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Strategic Education

Strategic Education Inc. is an education services company that provides access to high-quality education through campus-based and online post-secondary education offerings, as well as through programs to develop job-ready skills for high-demand markets. The company operates through wholly-owned subsidiaries Strayer University and Capella University, both accredited post-secondary institutions of higher education located in the United States, as well as Torrens University, an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education located in Australia. It provide employees with access to affordable and industry relevant training, certificate, and degree programs. The reportable segments of the company are U.S. Higher Education, Australia/New Zealand, and Education Technology Services.

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Barrington Research analyst Alexander Paris maintains Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $135 price target.

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Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Strategic Education, Maintains $135 Price Target

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.16 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.80 by 45 percent. This is a 19.59 percent increase over earnings of $0.97 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $305.96 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $301.48 million by 1.49 percent. This is a 7.00 percent increase over sales of $285.94 million the same period last year.

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Strategic Education Q3 2024 Adj EPS $1.16 Beats $0.80 Estimate, Sales $305.96M Beat $301.48M Estimate

Truist Securities analyst Jasper Bibb maintains Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $145 to $120.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Strategic Education, Lowers Price Target to $120

BMO Capital analyst Jeffrey Silber maintains Strategic Education (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stra#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $130 to $125.BMO Capital analyst Jeffrey Silber maintains Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $130 to $125.

BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on Strategic Education, Lowers Price Target to $125

Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stra#NASDAQ">STRA</a>), or SEI, reported stellar results in second-quarter 2024. Its quarterly earnings and revenues topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate and increased year over year.
The quarterly results reflect solid growth across the company&#39;s three reportable segments, attributable to continued enrollment growth in the U.S. Higher Education (&quot;USHE&quot;) segment, especially employer-affiliated enrollments, and total enrollment improvement in the Australia/New Zealand (ANZ) segment. Moreover, the Education Technology Services segment portrayed solid performance, mainly driven by the growth in Sophia Learning subscriptions.
However, shares of this education services holding company lost 5% on Jul 31 after its earnings release.
<h3>Inside the Headlines</h3>
SEI reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.33, which topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.20 by 10.8% and rose impressively from the year-ago quarter&#39;s 82 cents.
Total revenues of $312.3 million surpassed the consensus estimate of $304 million by 2.7% and increased 8.7% from the year-ago quarter&#39;s level. On a constant-currency basis, revenues increased 8.9% to $313.4 million in the quarter.
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<h3>Segmental Details</h3>
USHE: This segment comprises Strayer and Capella Universities. The segment&#39;s revenues increased 6.9% year over year to $216.6 million, backed by solid enrollment.
Student enrollment increased 8.4% from the year-ago quarter&#39;s level to 87,077 students. FlexPath enrollment was 22% of USHE enrollment compared with 21% in the year-ago quarter.
During the quarter, the operating margin rose to 9.2% from 3.3% in the year-ago quarter.
Education Technology Services: This segment includes Employer Solutions, Workforce Edge and Sophia Learning. The segment&#39;s quarterly revenues were $24.5 million, up 25.6% year over year, backed by solid growth in Sophia Learning subscriptions and employer-affiliated enrollment.
Sophia Learning&#39;s average total subscribers increased 37% from the year-ago period&#39;s levels. Employer-affiliated enrollment was 29.3% of USHE enrollment compared with 27.1% in the year-ago period.
Its operating margin was 40.9% in the reported quarter, up by a whopping 930 basis points (bps) from a year ago.
ANZ: This segment includes Torrens University, Think Education and Media Design School. The segment&#39;s revenues were $71.1 million, up 8.6% year over year, driven by higher enrollment and revenue-per-student. On a constant-currency basis, revenues rose 10.3% to $72.2 million year over year.
Student enrollment within ANZ rose 6.4% to 19,113 students during the reported quarter compared with the year-ago quarter.
The operating margin was 19.8%, down from 21.8% in the same period of 2023. On a constant-currency basis, the operating income margin was 19.9%, down from 21.8% in the year-ago period.
<h3>Operating Highlights</h3>
Adjusted operating income was up 61.4% to $43.9 million from $27.2 million in the year-ago quarter. The adjusted operating margin of 14.1% expanded a whopping 460 bps from the year-ago quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA in the reported quarter was $63.3 million, up from $45.4 million in the year-ago quarter.
<h3>Financial Details</h3>
As of Jun 30, 2024, SEI had cash and cash equivalents of $230.1 million, up from $168.5 million in 2023-end. Long-term debt at the second quarter of 2024-end was $61.3 million, slightly down from $61.4 million in 2023-end.
Cash provided by operating activities was $101.9 million in the first six months of 2024, up from $40.7 million in the comparable year-ago period. In the first half of 2024, capital expenditures were $19.9 million compared with $17.8 million a year ago.
In the second quarter of 2024, consolidated bad debt expense was 4.3% of revenue, slightly down from 4.4% for the same period in 2023.
<h3>Zacks Rank &amp; Recent Consumer Discretionary Releases</h3>
Strategic Education currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/byd#NYSE">BYD</a>) reported second-quarter 2024 results, with earnings and revenues surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company&#39;s top line increased year over year.
Segment-wise, Boyd Gaming&#39;s Las Vegas Locals market showed improvement from the first quarter. Its business in this segment achieved market share growth. Additionally, the company experienced strong growth in its Downtown Las Vegas operations and maintained stable performance in Midwest and South operations.
Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/has#NASDAQ">HAS</a>) reported second-quarter fiscal 2024 results, wherein earnings and revenues beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Despite a year-over-year revenue decline, earnings increased on the back of a favorable business mix and improved operations.
For the full year, HAS expects total adjusted EBITDA between $975 million and $1.025 billion compared with the prior prediction of $925 million and $1 billion.
Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mat#NASDAQ">MAT</a>) reported mixed second-quarter 2024 results, with earnings surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate and revenues missing the same. The top line missed the consensus estimate for the third straight quarter.
Mattel anticipates 2024 adjusted EPS between $1.35 and $1.45, compared with $1.23 in 2023. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 EPS is pegged at $1.40.
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Strategic Education shares are trading lower. The company reported Q2 financial results.

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.33 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.19 by 11.76 percent. This is a 62.2 percent increase over earnings of $0.82 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $312.266 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $308.155 million by 1.33 percent. This is a 8.55 percent increase over sales of $287.680 million the same period last year.

Strategic Education Q2 2024 Adj. EPS $1.33 Beats $1.19 Estimate, Sales $312.266M Beat $308.155M Estimate

BMO Capital analyst Jeffrey Silber maintains Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $130 price target.

BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on Strategic Education, Maintains $130 Price Target

PENN Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/penn#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) has taken a significant step to bolster its industry-leading loyalty program by expanding its partnership with Ticketmaster. This strategic move is set to provide more than 30 million PENN Play members with exciting new benefits, which will give them unprecedented access to live events. 
PENN Play members can now redeem their rewards for tickets to concerts, sporting events and shows through Ticketmaster. This initiative goes beyond just providing ticket access; it aims to create immersive experiences. The expansion includes on-site activations at five major amphitheaters across the United States, which is expected to enhance the live event experience for members. 
The timing of this partnership expansion couldn&#39;t be better. Recent research indicates a surge in global demand for live events. Fans are eager to join loyalty programs that offer live event perks, with many willing to switch programs to gain access to these benefits. PENN Entertainment&#39;s move addresses this demand head on, which should position the company as a leader in providing value and engagement through its loyalty program. 
Connecting PENN Play rewards with Ticketmaster accounts is a seamless process. Members can easily link their accounts and use PENN Cash to pay for part or all of their tickets on Ticketmaster.com. This integration simplifies the purchasing process and makes it convenient for members to access their favorite events. 
PENN Entertainment&#39;s expanded partnership with Ticketmaster is a strategic move that enhances the value of its loyalty program. By providing direct access to a wide range of live events and creating immersive experiences, PENN is setting a new standard in customer engagement and satisfaction. This initiative not only meets the growing demand for live events but also strengthens the loyalty of its 30 million members, ensuring that they continue to find fun with ease.
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<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of the company have risen 21.2% in the past month compared with the industry&#39;s growth of 20.2%. 
PENN Entertainment is benefiting from consistent business strategies and strong brand recognition. The company is also gaining from the implementation of the MyChoice reward program across all of its properties and online channels. 
PENN currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
<h3>Key Picks</h3>
Here are some better-ranked stocks from the Consumer Discretionary sector. 
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.&nbsp;currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). 
RCL has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.3%, on average. The stock has surged 56.5% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RCL&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings per share indicates growth of 16.9% and 64%, respectively, from the year-ago levels. 
Skechers U.S.A., Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/skx#NYSE">SKX</a>) presently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). SKX has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 34.1%, on average. The stock has risen 42.2% in the past year. 
The consensus estimate for SKX&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS indicates a rise of 10.6% and 16.9%, respectively, from the year-ago levels. 
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stra#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) currently carries a Zacks Rank of 2. 
STRA has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 36.2%, on average. The stock has gained 62.5% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for STRA&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS indicates an increase of 6.4% and 33.3%, respectively, from the year-ago levels.
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Pool Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pool#NASDAQ">POOL</a>) recently issued a business update for the swimming pool season from late May to early June 2024. The company reported weak demand for new pool construction and emphasized the negative impact of the macroeconomic environment on discretionary pool spending. Consequently, the company lowered its 2024 earnings guidance, anticipating persistent sluggish performance for the rest of the year. Following announcements, the stock dropped 10.9% during after-hours trading on June 24.
<h3>Business Updates</h3>
Year to date, the company&#39;s sales are trending down approximately 6.5% compared with the same period in 2023. The discretionary components of the business (heavily influenced by general economic conditions) have struggled due to cautious consumer spending on expensive items like swimming pools and outdoor living projects. This paved the path for an 11% year-over-year drop in building materials sales. 
With the peak selling season almost complete, the company anticipates new pool construction activity to decline 15-20% year over year. The company expects remodel activity to fall approximately 15% in 2024 compared with the previous projection of flat to down 10% year over year. 
The company reported stability in maintenance-related product sales, with chemicals reflecting modest volume growth. Equipment sales (excluding cleaners) for the year-to-date period have declined 2% year over year, albeit slightly better than a 3% fall witnessed in the first quarter of 2024.
<h3>Lowers 2024 View</h3>
Given the headwinds mentioned above and the seasonal nature of operations, POOL anticipates a more pronounced impact on second-quarter results, with expected earnings per share ranging from $4.85 to $4.95. For 2024, Pool Corp expects adjusted EPS in the range of $11.04-$11.44, down from the prior projection of $13.19-$14.19.
<h3>Price Performance</h3>
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Shares of Pool Corp have declined 15.3% so far this year compared with the industry&#39;s 6.9% drop. The downside can be attributed to lower pool construction activity, economic pressures and weather-related constraints. This and the elevated interest rates further weighed heavily on new pool starts. While the decline in new pool construction presents challenges across multiple facets of operations, there is confidence that the downturn mirrors the cyclicality observed historically. Also, increased operating expenses are other concerns. 
POOL projects expenses related to volume to align with business activity, while certain costs impacted by inflation, such as rent, insurance and wages, are expected to rise from the previous year&#39;s tally. Earnings estimates for 2024 have declined in the past 60 days, depicting analysts&#39; concern regarding the stock&#39;s growth potential.
<h3>Zacks Rank &amp; Key Picks</h3>
Pool Corp currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.&nbsp;currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy). RCL has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.3%, on average. The stock has rallied 58.9% in the past year. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RCL&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS calls for growth of 16.8% and 63.8%, respectively, from the year-ago levels. 
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc.&nbsp;currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 38%, on average. The stock has gained 12.3% in the past three months. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AMC&#39;s 2025 sales and EPS suggests an improvement of 12.9% and 42.3%, respectively, from the year-ago levels. 
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stra#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) currently carries a Zacks Rank #2. STRA has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 36.2%, on average. The stock has surged 54.9% in the past year. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for STRA&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS indicates an increase of 6.4% and 33.3%, respectively, from year-ago levels.
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La-Z-Boy Incorporated (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/lzb#NYSE">LZB</a>) reported better than expected fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 (ended Apr 27, 2024) results, with earnings and sales surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate. 
The metrics declined on a year-over-year basis due to reduced spending on furniture and home furnishings, with overall store visits declining. Housing market activity slowed due to higher interest rates. 
LZB reported its strongest execution to date, with record-high conversion rates and increasing average sales per customer. The company expects industry conditions to remain volatile in the near term but is confident in its ability to outperform competitors and expand its market share over time. 
For the fiscal 2025, LZB expects the industry to face continued challenges, potentially declining by as much as 5%. Improved industry trends are anticipated later in the fiscal year, following expected interest rate cuts that may boost housing activity. Despite these challenges, LZB aims to outperform the industry in the fiscal 2025, with modest year-over-year sales growth supported by executing its Century Vision strategy. This includes opening 12-15 new La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries stores, mainly in the second half of the fiscal year.
<h3>Quarter in Detail</h3>
La-Z-Boy reported adjusted earnings of 95 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 68 cents per share. However, the bottom line declined 4% from 99 cents per share reported a year ago.
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Consolidated delivered sales of $554 million topped the consensus mark of $519 million by 6.7%. However, the metric dropped 1% from the prior-year quarter&#39;s levels of $561 million.
<h3>Segment Details</h3>
Retail: Delivered sales fell 6% to $228 million from the prior year&#39;s levels, which included the completion of pandemic-related backlog deliveries. However, the reported figures show a 50% increase from pre-pandemic fourth-quarter fiscal 2019 tally. 
Written sales in the Retail segment (LZB&#39;s company-owned La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries stores) increased by 1% year over year, driven by growth in acquired and new stores. This was more than compensated for lower same-store sales compared with the previous year&#39;s levels. 
Written same-store sales declined 5% year over year due to reduced foot traffic and a challenging economic environment, partially offset by improved conversion rates and increased design sales. 
The segment&#39;s non-GAAP operating margin contracted 130 basis points (bps) year over year to 14.2%. Despite improved gross margin due to a favorable shift in product mix, LZB faced increased fixed costs due to lower delivered sales, which caused the downside. 
Wholesale: Sales in the segment moved down 1% year over year to $392 million. The company witnessed improvements in wholesale unit volumes during the quarter, aided by the recovery from weather and related disruptions in January. 
The segment&#39;s non-GAAP operating margin contracted 20 bps year over year to 8.5%. 
Corporate &amp; Other: Sales in the segment declined 2.4% year over year to $39 million. Under the segment, Joybird&#39;s written sales dropped 1% year over year, while delivered sales remained approximately unchanged year-over-year at $37 million, indicating that sales trends have largely stabilized.
<h3>Fiscal 2024 Highlights</h3>
For the year, the company reported earnings per share of $2.98 versus $3.86 a year ago. Consolidated delivered sales also decreased 13% to $2 billion from $2.3 million reported in the prior year. 
Non-GAAP operating income of $159 million declined from $223 million reported in the prior year. Non-GAAP operating margin decreased to 7.8% from the prior-year level of 9.5%.
<h3>Financials</h3>
As of Apr 27, 2024, the company had $341.1 million in liquidity. It had $341.1 million of cash and equivalents at the fiscal 2024 end, down from $343.4 million in the year-ago period. 
Cash from operations for the reported quarter totaled $53 million compared with $78 million in the prior-year period. The same for fiscal 2024 amounted to $158 million compared with $205 million in the fiscal 2023. Capital expenditures totaled $54 million in the fiscal 2024.
<h3>Q1 Fiscal 2025 Guidance</h3>
For the first quarter of fiscal 2025, the company anticipates delivered sales to range between $475 million and $495 million, compared with $482 million reported in the year-ago quarter. 
The non-GAAP operating margin is expected to fall within the range of 6% to 7%, compared with 7% reported in the year-ago quarter. 
It is important to note that LZB&#39;s first quarter generally registers the lowest sales and margins in the fiscal year, attributed to seasonal declines in industry sales and the company&#39;s annual week-long plant shutdown in July.
<h3>Zacks Rank &amp; Key Picks</h3>
LaZBoy currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). 
Here are some better-ranked stocks from the Consumer Discretionary sector. 
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stra#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). 
STRA has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 36.2%, on average. The stock has gained 46.1% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for STRA&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings per share (ETF:EPS) indicates an increase of 6.4% and 33.3%, respectively, from year-ago levels. 
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rcl#NYSE">RCL</a>) currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1. RCL has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.3%, on average. The stock has surged 56.5% in the past year. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RCL&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS implies growth of 16.8% and 63.8%, respectively, from year-ago levels. 
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The consensus estimate for NFLX&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS indicate a rise of 14.8% and 52.2%, respectively, from year-ago levels.
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Bragg Gaming Group Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/brag#NASDAQ">BRAG</a>) entered into an agreement with Kings Entertainment A.S. (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/kengf#OTC">KENGF</a>), a Czech land-based casino operator, to launch the Kingsbet online business in the Czech Republic. This marks the company&#39;s second client in the country for its Player Account Management&nbsp;technology and full turnkey iGaming solution, expanding its reach in the region. 
Per the deal, the company will provide Kings with PAM technology, exclusive content from Bragg studios, aggregated online casino content via the Bragg HUB and a fully-localized sportsbook integration through its partnership with Altenar. BRAG offers Kingsbet an all-in-one solution featuring powerful automation and marketing tools to manage both casino and sportsbook operations effectively. 
Additionally, it will support Kingsbet with managed marketing and operational services. The agreement and subsequent launch represent the latest in a series of partnerships through which BRAG delivers its technology solutions to operators in globally regulated iGaming markets. 
BRAG is optimistic about the deal and aims to assist Kings Entertainment, a prominent European entertainment, casino and poker brand, in transitioning their leading Czech operations online with its comprehensive turnkey solution. 
By the end of this year, Kingsbet plans to launch a Live casino product. Bragg&#39;s platform will support Kings&#39; entry into the Czech market with robust tools and a competitive product lineup. 
Kings has a 40% share of the Czech land-based casino market and plans to expand into online gambling, supported by Bragg&#39;s technology and expertise. According to H2 Gambling Capital, the Czech online casino market is projected to achieve approximately US $1 billion in gross wins in 2024, suggesting 30% year-over-year growth.
<h3>Price Performance</h3>
Shares of this Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) company have gained 69.4% in the past year compared with the Zacks Gaming industry&#39;s 6.5% rise. The company is benefiting from robust PAM and Turnkey solution customers. Also, focus on strategic partnerships and new online casino games bodes well.
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During the first quarter of 2024, Bragg released 19 new exclusive online casino games, including seven developed by Bragg&#39;s Studios. This marks an increase from 11 exclusive games launched in the same quarter last year. Additionally, Bragg introduced online games in the U.S. for the first time from renowned land-based slots developer King Show Games, enhancing its exclusive games lineup for North America. Bragg plans to maintain this pace of expanding its games portfolio throughout the year.
<h3>Key Picks</h3>
Here are some better-ranked stocks from the Consumer Discretionary sector. 
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stra#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). 
STRA has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 36.2%, on average. The stock has gained 44.3% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for STRA&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings per share indicates an increase of 6.4% and 33.3%, respectively, from year-ago levels. 
Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nflx#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) presently sports a Zacks Rank of 1. NFLX has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 9.3%, on average. The stock has risen 55% in the past year. 
The consensus estimate for NFLX&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS indicate a rise of 14.8% and 52.2%, respectively, from year-ago levels. 
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rcl#NYSE">RCL</a>) currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1. RCL has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.3%, on average. The stock has surged 55.8% in the past year. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RCL&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS implies growth of 16.8% and 63.8%, respectively, from year-ago levels.
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Shares of Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hlt#NYSE">HLT</a>) have surged 49.5% in the past year compared with the industry&#39;s 32.7% growth. The company has been benefiting from solid leisure demand, group business improvements and digital initiatives. Also, strength in hotel signings and new developments bode well. However, rising interest rates and elevated inflation are a concern. 
Let us discuss the factors that highlight why investors should retain the stock.
<h3>Growth Catalysts</h3>
Hilton is benefiting from solid revenue per available room (RevPAR) improvement. During first-quarter 2024, system-wide comparable RevPAR rose 2% year over year (on a currency-neutral basis) owing to an increase in occupancy and average daily rate. The upside was primarily backed by strong international and group trends and improving business activity. The company witnessed substantial RevPAR gains in Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa region, owing to strong leisure demand and recovery in international inbound travel. The company anticipates the momentum to persist for some time.
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The company is consistently utilizing cutting-edge technology platforms to enhance guest experiences and drive growth. This includes features such as a digitally-empowered concierge service for luxury brands, the option to select rooms based on floor plans and the ability to manage in-room entertainment via mobile devices, offering fully-integrated digital experiences. Recent initiatives like add-ons, Hilton for Business and enhanced search capabilities are also contributing to increased conversion rates and revenue generation. 
Hilton continues to drive unit growth to maintain its position as the fastest-growing global hospitality company. During first-quarter 2024, HLT opened more than 100 hotels, adding around 17,000 rooms, with a net unit growth of 5.6%. Around 30% of the openings were conversions, primarily led by Double Tree and Spark. 
During the first quarter, the company secured agreements for 30,000 rooms, reflecting a rise of 2% from the previous quarter&#39;s tally and a 10% increase from the same-period figures last year. Signings surpassed expectations, largely due to robust performance in international markets. In the Asia-Pacific region, agreements were reached for four new Conrad properties, enhancing the luxury portfolio. The company reported a significant interest in Hilton Garden Inn, with the brand achieving its highest quarter of signings to date. 
In 2024, the company expects net unit growth to accelerate to the higher end of 6% to 6.5%, with the potential for additional upside from an exclusive partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
<h3>Concerns</h3>
Hilton is navigating uncertainties in financial markets due to liquidity constraints. Financing conditions have become challenging in some regions due to increasing interest rates, while elevated inflation levels are additional concerns. Hilton is cautious amid the uncertain macroeconomic environment, recognizing potential challenges in accessing cash and arranging new financing. The company does not entirely dismiss the possibility of delays in openings and new developments as it faces these headwinds.
<h3>Zacks Rank &amp; Key Picks</h3>
Hilton currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). 
Some better-ranked stocks in the Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector are: 
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stra#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). 
STRA has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 36.2%, on average. The stock has surged 48.5% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for STRA&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings per share (ETF:EPS) indicates an increase of 6.4% and 33.3%, respectively, from the year-ago levels. 
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rcl#NYSE">RCL</a>) currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1. RCL has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.3%, on average. The stock has rallied 91.9% in the past year. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RCL&#39;s 2024 sales and EPS calls for growth of 16.6% and 61.9%, respectively, from the year-ago levels. 
Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/has#NASDAQ">HAS</a>) presently flaunts a Zacks Rank of 1. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 17.5%, on average. The stock has gained 22.4% in the year-to-date period. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for HAS&#39; 2025 sales and EPS suggests an improvement of 4% and 14%, respectively, from the year-ago levels.
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BMO Capital analyst Jeffrey Silber maintains Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $123 to $130.

BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on Strategic Education, Raises Price Target to $130

Truist Securities analyst Jasper Bibb maintains Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $125 to $145.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Strategic Education, Raises Price Target to $145

Barrington Research analyst Alexander Paris maintains Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $125 to $135.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Strategic Education, Raises Price Target to $135

Shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) fell sharply during Thursday's session after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter EPS but missed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38433251/why-is-equipment-giant-caterpillar-stock-plunging-today">revenue estimates</a>.
Caterpillar reported a first-quarter fiscal 2024 revenue of $15.8 billion, a slight decrease of 0.4% year-over-year, missing the consensus of $16.216 billion. CAT's adjusted earnings of $5.60 per share, compared to $4.91 a year ago, topped the consensus of $5.14, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Caterpillar shares dipped 6.6% to $339.37 on Thursday.
Here are some other stocks moving in today&#8217;s mid-day session.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gainers</h3>
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<li>Barfresh Food Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRFH#NASDAQ">BRFH</a>) surged 87.2% to $2.05.</li>
<li>Safe &amp; Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGBX#NASDAQ">SGBX</a>) shares jumped 80% to $0.26. Safe &amp; Green Holdings said it has entered into an agreement to produce 4 modular electrical distribution centers as part of a multi-unit order for a client serving the big box retailer market.</li>
<li>Processa Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCSA#NASDAQ">PCSA</a>) shares gained 37.2% to $2.2250 after HC Wainwright &amp; Co initiated coverage on the stock with a Buy rating and announced an $8 price target.</li>
<li>Aclarion, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACON#NASDAQ">ACON</a>) rose 35% to $0.3899.</li>
<li>reAlpha Tech Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIRE#NASDAQ">AIRE</a>) gained 28.5% to $1.4906 after jumping 93% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>OptiNose, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPTN#NASDAQ">OPTN</a>) rose 27.5% to $1.1806 after the company issued corporate updates, expecting to produce positive income from operations for the full year 2025.</li>
<li>Intelligent Living Application Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ILAG#NASDAQ">ILAG</a>) shares climbed 21.3% to $0.6550 after gaining over 12% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>P.A.M. Transportation Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTSI#NASDAQ">PTSI</a>) surged 19.8% to $17.42 after the company announced a self-tender offer to purchase up to 550,000 shares at a price not less than $15.50-$18.00 per share.</li>
<li>SuperCom Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPCB#NASDAQ">SPCB</a>) climbed 19% to $0.2663. SuperCom received over $5 million in new orders from European Governments.</li>
<li>Ultralife Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULBI#NASDAQ">ULBI</a>) climbed 16.6% to $10.19 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>Impinj, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PI#NASDAQ">PI</a>) gained 16% to $140.21 after reporting better-than-expected first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDTX#NASDAQ">CDTX</a>) gained 13.9% to $14.00 after the company announced the divestiture of rezafungin to Mundipharma, reacquired global development and commercial rights to CD388 and announced $240 million in private placement financing.</li>
<li>Sleep Number Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNBR#NASDAQ">SNBR</a>) surged 11.5% to $15.13 following first-quarter results.</li>
<li>Predictive Oncology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/POAI#NASDAQ">POAI</a>) rose 10.7% to $1.49. Fujifilm and Predictive Oncology announced collaboration to reduce protein interference in bacterial endotoxin detection testing of biopharmaceuticals.</li>
<li>Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) jumped 10% to $110.78 following upbeat results.</li>
<li>Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TYL#NYSE">TYL</a>) gained 9.6% to $459.39 after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter EPS and sales. Additionally, the company provided upbeat guidance for FY24.</li>
<li>TransUnion (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRU#NYSE">TRU</a>) climbed 8.9% to $74.83 after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results. The company also provided upbeat guidance for second quarter</li>
<li>AstraZeneca PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZN#NYSE">AZN</a>) rose 5.8% to $75.35 following a first-quarter revenue beat.</li>
<li>Teradyne, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TER#NYSE">TER</a>) gained 5% to $105.71 after the company posted upbeat first-quarter results and issued strong second-quarter forecast.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Losers</h3>
<ul>
<li>E-Home Household Service Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EJH#NASDAQ">EJH</a>) shares dipped 75% to $0.7192.</li>
<li>Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSSE#NASDAQ">CSSE</a>) fell 39.3% to $0.2581. Chicken Soup For The Soul Entertainment received delinquency letter from the Nasdaq.</li>
<li>Hanryu Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRYU#NASDAQ">HRYU</a>) shares dropped 37% to $0.3330. Hanryu Holdings received delinquency notice from the Nasdaq for late annual report filing.</li>
<li>ATN International, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATNI#NASDAQ">ATNI</a>) fell 29% to $20.39 as the company posted weak quarterly sales and slashed FY24 revenue forecast.</li>
<li>Brand Engagement Network, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNAI#NASDAQ">BNAI</a>) fell 27.3% to $2.71.</li>
<li>Huize Holding Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUIZ#NASDAQ">HUIZ</a>) shares dipped 26% to $0.39.</li>
<li>Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CYCC#NASDAQ">CYCC</a>) fell 24% to $1.7283.</li>
<li>Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HTZ#NASDAQ">HTZ</a>) dipped 23% to $4.4299 after the company mixed first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Organogenesis Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORGO#NASDAQ">ORGO</a>) fell 17.8% to $2.44</li>
<li>Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORN#NYSE">ORN</a>) fell 17% to $6.60 following weak quarterly sales.</li>
<li>JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JAKK#NASDAQ">JAKK</a>) fell 16.4% to $19.58 following a wider-than-expected quarterly loss.</li>
<li>Zapp Electric Vehicles Group Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZAPP#NASDAQ">ZAPP</a>) fell 16.4% to $3.3001 after dipping 15% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Brookline Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRKL#NASDAQ">BRKL</a>) dipped 13.8% to $8.23 following downbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li>Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETD#NYSE">ETD</a>) fell 13.5% to $28.91 following downbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li>MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HZO#NYSE">HZO</a>) shares fell 13.5% to $23.50 after the company posted downbeat quarterly results and slashed FY24 EPS guidance.</li>
<li>ESGL Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESGL#NASDAQ">ESGL</a>) shares fell 12.9% to $0.5499.</li>
<li>Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOG#NYSE">HOG</a>) declined 12.7% to $34.45 following first-quarter results.</li>
<li>Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) shares declined 11.3% to $437.50 after reporting first-quarter results.</li>
<li>Biophytis S.A. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BPTS#NASDAQ">BPTS</a>) fell 9.7% to $8.57. Biophytis announced transfer of ADSs to OTC Market.</li>
<li>International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) fell 8.6% to $168.24 after the company reported mixed first-quarter financial results. The company also announced it will acquire HashiCorp.</li>
<li>Textron Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) shares fell 12% to $82.78 following weaker-than-expected quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>FirstCash Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCFS#NASDAQ">FCFS</a>) dipped 10.6% to $118.00 following weak quarterly sales.</li>
<li>Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>) fell 9.2% to $95.98 following first-quarter results.</li>
<li>BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMRN#NASDAQ">BMRN</a>) dipped 9% to $83.05 after the company reported first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Reliance, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RS#NYSE">RS</a>) fell 8.8% to $285.73 after the company reported worse-than-expected first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>AZZ Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZZ#NYSE">AZZ</a>) dipped 8.6% to $75.28. AZZ announced a proposed public offering of 4 million shares of common stock.</li>
<li>Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) shares declined 7.7% to $27.03 after the company reported worse-than-expected first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>) fell 6.8% to $45.50 following first-quarter earnings.</li>
<li>ServiceNow, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>) shares fell 5.6% to $704.40 after the company reported first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Graco Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GGG#NYSE">GGG</a>) shares slipped 5.2% to $84.67 following downbeat first-quarter results.</li>
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Why Caterpillar Shares Are Trading Lower By Around 7%? Here Are Other Stocks Moving In Thursday's Mid-Day Session

<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Boqii Holding (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BQ#AMEX">BQ</a>) shares increased by 19.2% to $0.31 during Thursday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $1.4 million. </li>
<li>Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) stock rose 14.88% to $115.63. The company's market cap stands at $2.8 billion. The company's, Q1 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>Smart Share Glb (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EM#NASDAQ">EM</a>) stock rose 13.83% to $0.65. The company's market cap stands at $168.7 million. </li>
<li>EpicQuest Education Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EEIQ#NASDAQ">EEIQ</a>) shares increased by 12.27% to $0.93. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $11.5 million. </li>
<li>Lead Real Estate Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRE#NASDAQ">LRE</a>) stock moved upwards by 11.66% to $3.35. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $45.7 million. </li>
<li>Sonic Automotive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAH#NYSE">SAH</a>) shares rose 11.28% to $56.89. The company's market cap stands at $1.9 billion. The company's, Q1 earnings came out today. </li>
</ul>
<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>E-Home Household Service (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EJH#NASDAQ">EJH</a>) stock declined by 73.7% to $0.76 during Thursday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $13.6 million. </li>
<li>Jakks Pacific (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JAKK#NASDAQ">JAKK</a>) stock decreased by 16.8% to $19.52. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $210.7 million. The company's, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Harley-Davidson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOG#NYSE">HOG</a>) stock fell 16.03% to $33.12. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $4.4 billion. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>17 Education &amp; Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YQ#NASDAQ">YQ</a>) shares decreased by 15.28% to $2.33. The company's market cap stands at $22.6 million. </li>
<li>Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AENT#NASDAQ">AENT</a>) stock declined by 14.09% to $1.83. The company's market cap stands at $93.2 million. </li>
<li>Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MULN#NASDAQ">MULN</a>) stock fell 14.06% to $3.24. The company's market cap stands at $21.2 million. 
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Shares of Strategic Education Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) are trading higher after the company reported first-quarter 2024 sales growth of 13.1% year-on-year to $290.3 million, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/04/b38425092/strategic-education-inc-reports-first-quarter-2024-results">beating the analyst's consensus estimate of $273.635 million.</a>
Total costs and expenses fell 3.6% year-over-year to $248.9 million.
The operating margin was 14.2%, and operating income for the quarter was $41.4 million compared to an operating loss of $1.3 million last year. Adjusted operating income margin expanded 920 basis points to 13.9%.
Adjusted EBITDA was $54.3 million versus $27.2 million last year.
Adjusted EPS of $1.11 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings">beat the consensus</a> of $0.59.
The company held $222.1 million in cash and equivalents as of March 31, 2024. Cash provided by operating activities for the quarter totaled $35.2 million.
Strategic Education declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.60 per share, payable on June 3, 2024 to shareholders of record as of May 24, 2024.
&#8220;The U.S. Higher Education segment delivered another quarter of strong growth driven by employer affiliated enrollment; the Education Technology Services segment continued to see strength, including from Sophia subscriptions; and the Australia/New Zealand segment returned to total enrollment growth,&#8221; said CEO Karl McDonnell.
Price Action: STRA shares are trading higher by 11.9% at $112.62 at the last check Thursday.
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