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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
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Rank
#2090
Positioning
Market Dominance
Services
Personal Services
$1.3B
Christopher Lynne
Our Mission To provide access to higher education opportunities that enable students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their professional goals, improve the performance of their organizations and provide leadership and service to their communities. We are a mission-driven organization operating at the forefront of the rapidly evolving post-secondary education market. Our principal executive offices are located in Phoenix, AZ.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = PXED ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$YALA Yalla Group Ltd | 75 | 89 | 99 | 80 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$GRVY GRAVITY Co., Ltd. | 75 | 82 | 96 | 71 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ISSC INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS & SUPPORT INC | 73 | 81 | 88 | 94 | 25.0x | 14.1x | 17.1% | 10.3% | 35.5% | 14.6% | 10.1% | 105.2% | 0.0% | 41.0x | $244M | VS | |
$AER AerCap Holdings N.V. | 72 | 60 | 87 | 84 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$HCSG HEALTHCARE SERVICES GROUP INC | 72 | 74 | 88 | 88 | 7.1x | 6.1x | 28.9% | 20.8% | 20.8% | 9.9% | 9.3% | 8.5% | 0.0% | 1.0x | $1.2B | VS | |
$LQDT LIQUIDITY SERVICES INC | 72 | 90 | 88 | 68 | 24.9x | 14.3x | 14.1% | 8.3% | 45.7% | 8.5% | 6.2% | 28.1% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $736M | VS | |
$TRTNpA Triton International Ltd | 71 | 70 | 89 | 70 | - | 1.7x | 0.0% | - | 97.4% | 58.0% | 37.4% | - | 8.8% | 264.0x | $2.5B | VS | |
$EDU New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. | 71 | 83 | 52 | 77 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$NTES NetEase, Inc. | 71 | 88 | 93 | 68 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$UTI UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE INC | 70 | 86 | 86 | 72 | 43.2x | 16.0x | 15.3% | 5.8% | 100.0% | 6.9% | 5.2% | 15.1% | 0.0% | 24.0x | $1.8B | VS | |
$PXED Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. | 50 | 75 | 59 | 33 | 65.2x | 8.1x | 22.1% | 11.3% | 100.0% | 9.8% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 35.0x | $1.3B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 23.7x | 11.7x | 5.7% | 2.4% | 64.6% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 8.6% | 0.0% | 0.3x | - | REF |
Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. (PXED) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 49.5/100. It ranks #2090 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 2-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Lagging peers — losers tend to keep underperforming
Fair valuation relative to peers
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Aggressive spending — empire-building risk, dilutive growth
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Services sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 75 | 90 | -15DRAG |
| MOMENTUM | 33 | 28 | +5NEUTRAL |
| VALUATION | 59 | 66 | -7DRAG |
| INVESTMENT | 28 | 24 | +4NEUTRAL |
| STABILITY | 52 | 55 | -3NEUTRAL |
| SHORT INT | 54 | 64 | -10DRAG |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROE proxy 22.1% (sector 5.7%)
GM 100% vs sector 65%, OM 10% vs sector 5%
Capital turnover N/A
Rev growth 3%
Interest coverage 119.0x, Net debt/EBITDA -1.7x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. (PXED) as a Reduce with a composite score of 49.5/100 at a current price of $29.00. The quantitative profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting limited upside potential.
Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Services sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 49.5/100 places it at rank #2090 in our full universe.
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Gross margins of 100% signal strong pricing power.
Returns on equity of 22.1% exceed cost of capital.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Elevated P/E ratio of 65.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Weak momentum suggests persistent institutional selling pressure.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. represents a reduce based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. receives a Reduce rating from our analysis, with a composite score of 49.5/100 and 2 out of 5 stars, ranking #2090 out of 7,333 stocks. PXED's factor profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting the stock may underperform going forward. Existing holders may want to consider trimming positions or tightening stop-losses.
PXED earns a quality score of 75/100, indicating above-average business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 22.1% (sector avg: 5.7%), gross margins of 100.0% (sector avg: 64.6%), net margins of 5.9% (sector avg: 2.8%). Companies in this tier generally demonstrate consistent profitability and efficient capital deployment, though they may face some competitive pressure.
PXED's value score of 59/100 indicates the stock is fairly valued based on its current fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 65.16x, an EV/EBITDA of 8.08x, a P/B ratio of 3.77x. At this level, neither a clear bargain nor overpriced, the stock's attractiveness depends more on forward growth expectations and qualitative factors.
Phoenix Education Partners, Inc.'s investment score of 28/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 2.9% vs. a sector average of 8.6% and a return on assets of 11.3% (sector: 2.4%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
PXED is currently showing below-average momentum at 33/100, which may indicate weakening institutional interest or negative sentiment shifts. Revenue growth stands at 2.9% year-over-year, while a beta of 1.62 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Investors should note that declining momentum can precede further price weakness, though contrarian opportunities sometimes emerge at these levels.
With a stability score of 52/100, PXED exhibits average financial resilience. Key stability metrics include a beta of 1.62 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 35.00x (sector avg: 0.3x). While the balance sheet is not a major concern, the stock is subject to typical market volatility and may experience sharper drawdowns during risk-off episodes.
The short interest score of 54/100 for PXED suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 1.62), elevated leverage (D/E: 35.00x), small-cap liquidity risk. With a $1.3B market cap (small-cap), Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.
Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. is a small-cap company in the Services sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #2090 of 7,333 overall (71st percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 22.1% exceeding the 5.7% sector median and operating margins of 9.8% above the 4.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Services peers.
While PXED currently exhibits a REDUCE profile, superior opportunities exist within the SERVICES sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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EV/EBITDA 31% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
ROE 285% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Gross Margin 55% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Phoenix Education Partners I (NYSE:PXED) reported mixed Q1 results for the fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2025, with revenue slightly below estimates but adjusted EPS exceeding expectations. The company's GAAP earnings were impacted by IPO-related costs, leading to a significant year-over-year decline, though adjusted EBITDA and EPS showed growth. Investors reacted positively in after-hours trading, focusing on the adjusted earnings beat and strong liquidity.

Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. reported its first-quarter fiscal year 2026 results, with net revenue reaching $262.0 million and average total degreed enrollment increasing to 85,600. Despite a decrease in GAAP net income primarily due to IPO-related expenses, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted diluted earnings per share saw growth. The company also announced a quarterly cash dividend and provided a positive business outlook for fiscal year 2026, projecting net revenue between $1,025.0 million and $1,035.0 million.
Phoenix Education Partners Inc (NYSE:PXED) saw its stock fall after reporting fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results. While revenue beat expectations, GAAP net income declined due to IPO-related expenses. The company did, however, beat analyst estimates for adjusted earnings and revenue in Q1 FY26 and raised its full-year outlook.

Phoenix Education Partners (PXED) is trading at a significant discount with a 5x EBITDA multiple and 13.1% FCF yield, despite its asset-light and cash-generative business model supporting a 2.7% dividend yield. The company faces high regulatory risk and a float overhang due to large ownership by Apollo and Vistria. However, a potential re-rating to 6.3–6.7x EBITDA could lead to over 30% upside, making it a "Buy" for investors willing to take on high risk with disciplined, small position sizing.
Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. (NYSE: PXED) announced it will host a conference call on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, to discuss its first quarter and fiscal year results ended November 30, 2025. Financial results will be released the same day after market close. The call will be accessible via webcast on their Investor Relations website and by phone.
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+51081