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Lincoln Educational Services Corp. (LINC)
NASDAQ:LINC
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 12, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
>-0.01Last Year’s EPS
0.06Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 24, 2025
|% Change Since: -2.36%
|Next Earnings Date:May 12, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call was predominantly positive, highlighting strong revenue growth, successful new campus launches, and promising guidance for the next year. However, there were concerns about declining starts in specific sectors and regulatory challenges. The positive aspects of the company's performance and strategic outlook significantly outweigh the lowlights.Company Guidance
During the Q4 2024 earnings call, Lincoln Educational Services provided a robust outlook for the future, highlighting several key metrics. The company achieved a 16% revenue growth in the fourth quarter and a 10% increase in student starts, leading to a 14% rise in the student population by quarter's end. They reported $30 million in cash flow from operations and ended the year with $60 million in cash and no debt. For 2025, Lincoln projects revenue between $480 million and $490 million, adjusted EBITDA of $55 million to $60 million, and student start growth of 8% to 12%. The company's strategic growth plan aims for $550 million in revenue and $90 million in adjusted EBITDA by 2027, driven by the expansion of their Lincoln 10.0 hybrid teaching model and new campus development.Record Revenue Growth
For the fourth quarter, total revenue grew by $16.9 million or 16.4% to $119.4 million, driven by a student population growth of 13.7% and tuition increases.
Strong Student Enrollment
Student starts grew nearly 10% in Q4 and 15.2% for the full year, marking nine consecutive quarters of start growth.
New Campus Success
The new Eastpointe campus in Atlanta exceeded projections, contributing $6 million more in revenue and $2 million more in EBITDA than expected.
Profitable Growth Initiatives
Adjusted EBITDA increased 60% to $42.3 million for the full year. The company opened new campuses and expanded high-demand programs.
Strong Cash Flow and No Debt
The company generated $30 million in cash flow from operations in Q4, ending the year with nearly $60 million in cash and no debt.
Positive Guidance for 2025
Revenue is expected to grow to $480 million - $490 million, with adjusted EBITDA projected at $55 million - $60 million.
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LINC Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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LINC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2025 | $16.09 | $18.55 | +15.29% |
| Nov 11, 2024 | $16.20 | $16.78 | +3.58% |
| Aug 08, 2024 | $11.65 | $12.18 | +4.55% |
| May 06, 2024 | $11.09 | $12.23 | +10.28% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Lincoln Educational Services Corp. (LINC) report earnings?
Lincoln Educational Services Corp. (LINC) is schdueled to report earning on May 12, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Lincoln Educational Services Corp. (LINC) earnings time?
Lincoln Educational Services Corp. (LINC) earnings time is at May 12, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is LINC EPS forecast?
LINC EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is >-0.01.
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