New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc.(EDU)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
EDU•NYSE
$47.81
20.8× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutNew Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. provides private educational services under the New Oriental brand in the People's Republic of China. It operates through K-12 AST, Test Preparation and Other Courses; Online Education; and Others segments. The company offers test preparation courses to students taking language and entrance exams used by educational institutions in the United States, the People's Republic of China, and the Commonwealth countries; and after-school tutoring courses for middle and high school students to enhance their exam scores, as well as for children to teach English. It also provides language training courses, including English, as well as other foreign languages, such as German, Japanese, French, Korean, Italian, and Spanish; operates a full-time private primary and secondary school in Yangzhou seeking a full curriculum with a focus on English; develops and edits educational materials for language training and test preparation; and offers online education programs that include college, K-12, and pre-school education. In addition, the company offers overseas studies consulting and overseas study tour services. As of May 31, 2021, it offered educational programs, services, and products to students through a network of 122 schools, 1,547 learning centers, and 11 bookstores, as well as through its online learning platforms. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.Show more
- Revenue$4.9B+13.6%
- EBITDA$535M+17.0%
- Net Income$372M+20.3%
- EPS (Diluted)2.30+27.8%
- Gross Margin55.45%+5.7%
- EBITDA Margin10.92%+3.0%
- Operating Margin8.74%+7.6%
- Net Margin7.6%+5.9%
- ROE9.31%+18.2%
EDU Price & Volume
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Structural Pivot Drives Volatile Earnings Growth Profile
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Regulatory and geopolitical volatility
Key Thesis Takeaways
- New Oriental Education is navigating a complex transition from traditional tutoring to a diversified model, evidenced by a 6.1% revenue growth in 2026Q1 despite significant seasonal volatility.
- While the company maintains a fortress balance sheet with $1.3 billion in cash, the integration of lower-margin e-commerce activities creates structural uncertainty in operating leverage.
- Investors should monitor the sustainability of these new revenue streams, as the 2025Q4 operating loss of $8.7 million suggests that promotional cycles may continue to pressure profitability.
Verdict Logic
while the company holds a robust $4.0 billion equity base, the current P/E of 20.15 and erratic FCF margins suggest that the market may be underestimating the operational risks inherent in the ongoing business transformation.
EDU Growth Metrics
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years14.67%
5 Years6.49%
3 Years16.42%
TTM7.29%
Profit CAGR
10 Years6.79%
5 Years-2.06%
3 Years-
TTM-5.69%
EPS CAGR
10 Years6.72%
5 Years-2.42%
3 Years-
TTM-3.6%
Return on Capital
10 Years7.56%
5 Years1.27%
3 Years7.35%
Last Year9.47%
EDU Recent Earnings
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 6/12 qtrs (55%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (64%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 22, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.95+12.4%
$0.84
Rev
$1.4B+4.1%
$1.4B
Q1 2026
Jan 28, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.45+32.4%
$0.34
Rev
$1.2B+2.6%
$1.2B
Q4 2025
Oct 28, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.61-7.5%
$1.74
Rev
$1.5B+31.4%
$1.2B
Q4 2025
Sep 25, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.04
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Rev
$1.2B
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| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 22, 2026 | $0.95vs $0.84+12.4% | $1.4Bvs $1.4B+4.1% |
| Q1 2026 | Jan 28, 2026 | $0.45vs $0.34+32.4% | $1.2Bvs $1.2B+2.6% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 28, 2025 | $1.61vs $1.74-7.5% | $1.5Bvs $1.2B+31.4% |
| Q4 2025 | Sep 25, 2025 | $0.04 | $1.2B |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $47.81 | $7.64B | 20.79 | 13.6% | 7.6% | 9.31% | 1.27% | |
| $10.00 | $1.87B | 3.62 | 34.21% | 13.82% | 10.85% | — | |
| $1.76 | $638.43M | -14.23 | 34.99% | -5.26% | -20.84% | — | |
| $16.15 | $1.61M | -0.09 | 89.09% | -16.46% | — | — | |
| $35.16 | $2.2B | 14.53 | 24.2% | 19.91% | 17.21% | — | |
| $79.19 | $1.8B | 14.61 | 3.96% | 10.21% | 7.85% | — |
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EDU Frequently Asked Questions
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc.'s revenue?
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) reported $4.99B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 6318% increase from $77.7M in 2005.
How fast is New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. growing?
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) grew revenue by 13.6% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Is EDU profitable?
Yes, New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) is profitable, generating $367.5M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (7.6% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does EDU pay dividends?
Yes, New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.27%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is EDU's return on equity?
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) has a return on equity (ROE) of 9.3%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc.'s free cash flow?
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) generated $737.2M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.