Laureate Education Inc (NASDAQ:LAUR) — Market Cap & Net Worth
Market Cap & Net Worth: Laureate Education Inc (LAUR)
Laureate Education Inc (NASDAQ:LAUR) has a market capitalization of $4.96 Billion ($4.96 Billion) as of September 18, 2026. Listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange, this USA-based company holds position #3590 globally and #1256 in its home market, demonstrating a -0.49% decrease in market value over the past year.
Market capitalization, also known as net worth in stock markets, is calculated by multiplying Laureate Education Inc's stock price $36.20 by its total outstanding shares 137749360 (137.75 Million). Also see Laureate Education Inc balance sheet assets for a full breakdown of the balance sheet.
Laureate Education Inc Market Cap History: 2017 to 2026
Laureate Education Inc's market capitalization history from 2017 to 2026. Data shows growth from $869.02 Million to $4.99 Billion (20.19% CAGR). Also see Laureate Education Inc cash flow conversion for how efficiently the company converts equity into cash flow.
Index Memberships
Laureate Education Inc is a constituent of 1 market index:
| Index | Total Market Cap | Weight (%) | Rank by Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
|
NASDAQ Composite
IXIC
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$41.69 Trillion | 0.01% | #410 of 3165 |
Weight: Laureate Education Inc's market cap as a percentage of total index value. Rank: Position among all constituents by market cap.
Laureate Education Inc Market Cap to Earnings & Revenue Ratios Timeline
This chart shows how Laureate Education Inc's valuation ratios have evolved. The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio compares market cap to revenue, while the Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio compares market cap to net income. Lower values may indicate a more undervalued company relative to its financial performance. Check LAUR stock price for real-time trading data and today's change.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
2.73x
Laureate Education Inc's market cap is 2.73 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
16.47x
Laureate Education Inc's market cap is 16.47 times its annual earnings
What These Ratios Tell Investors:
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's sales. Lower P/S ratios may indicate undervaluation.
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's earnings. This is one of the most common valuation metrics.
- Trends in these ratios over time can indicate changing investor sentiment about the company's future growth prospects.
- Industry comparison provides context for whether the company is valued higher or lower than peers.
| Year | Market Cap (USD) | Revenue (USD) | Net Income (USD) | P/S Ratio | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $869.02 Million | $3.33 Billion | $91.47 Million | 0.26x | 9.50x |
| 2018 | $976.68 Million | $1.14 Billion | $370.07 Million | 0.85x | 2.64x |
| 2019 | $1.13 Billion | $1.21 Billion | $938.48 Million | 0.93x | 1.20x |
| 2020 | $933.10 Million | $1.02 Billion | -$613.33 Million | 0.91x | N/A |
| 2021 | $1.39 Billion | $1.09 Billion | $192.45 Million | 1.28x | 7.25x |
| 2022 | $1.26 Billion | $1.24 Billion | $69.57 Million | 1.01x | 18.07x |
| 2023 | $1.89 Billion | $1.48 Billion | $107.59 Million | 1.27x | 17.55x |
| 2024 | $2.52 Billion | $1.57 Billion | $296.47 Million | 1.61x | 8.50x |
| 2025 | $4.64 Billion | $1.70 Billion | $281.63 Million | 2.73x | 16.47x |
Competitor Companies of LAUR by Market Capitalization
Companies near Laureate Education Inc in the global market cap rankings as of September 18, 2026. Review Laureate Education Inc tangible net worth ratio to assess the quality of the company's equity after excluding intangible assets.
Key companies related to Laureate Education Inc by market ranking:
- New Oriental Education & Technology (NYSE:EDU): Ranked #2451 globally with a market cap of $8.88 Billion USD.
- New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc (MX:EDUN): Ranked #2456 globally with a market cap of $8.85 Billion USD ( MX$153.81 Billion MXN).
- TAL Education Group (NYSE:TAL): Ranked #3630 globally with a market cap of $4.86 Billion USD.
- Grand Canyon Education Inc (NASDAQ:LOPE): Ranked #4156 globally with a market cap of $3.94 Billion USD.
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2451 | New Oriental Education & Technology | NYSE:EDU | $8.88 Billion | $55.82 |
| #2456 | New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc | MX:EDUN | $8.85 Billion | MX$966.48 |
| #3630 | TAL Education Group | NYSE:TAL | $4.86 Billion | $11.94 |
| #4156 | Grand Canyon Education Inc | NASDAQ:LOPE | $3.94 Billion | $153.87 |
Laureate Education Inc Historical Marketcap From 2017 to 2026
Between 2017 and today, Laureate Education Inc's market cap moved from $869.02 Million to $ 4.99 Billion, with a yearly change of 20.19%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4.99 Billion | +7.51% |
| 2025 | $4.64 Billion | +84.09% |
| 2024 | $2.52 Billion | +33.41% |
| 2023 | $1.89 Billion | +50.20% |
| 2022 | $1.26 Billion | -9.87% |
| 2021 | $1.39 Billion | +49.50% |
| 2020 | $933.10 Million | -17.32% |
| 2019 | $1.13 Billion | +15.55% |
| 2018 | $976.68 Million | +12.39% |
| 2017 | $869.02 Million | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On Sep 17th, 2026 the market cap of Laureate Education Inc was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $4.96 Billion USD |
| MoneyControl | $4.96 Billion USD |
| MarketWatch | $4.96 Billion USD |
| marketcap.company | $4.96 Billion USD |
| Reuters | $4.96 Billion USD |
Market cap values may vary slightly between sources due to differences in calculation methods, timing, and data refresh rates.
About Laureate Education Inc
Laureate Education, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, offers higher education programs and services to students through a portfolio of higher education institutions in Mexico, Peru, and the United States. The company offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and specialized degree programs in the areas of medicine and health sciences, engineering and information technology, and business and … Read more