Laureate Education Reports Q2 2026 Earnings with Enrollment Growth and Raised Guidance
Laureate Education (LAUR) reported strong performance in the second quarter of 2026, highlighting a 10% increase in new enrollments and a 7% rise in revenue on a timing-adjusted basis. CEO Eilif Serck-Hanssen attributed this to improved currency conditions and effective execution across operations. The company raised its full-year guidance for 2026 by $28 million at the midpoint for revenue, with adjusted EBITDA expected to increase by $8 million and adjusted earnings per share by $0.03. Laureate also announced a $150 million expansion of its stock repurchase program following $181 million in buybacks during the first half of 2026. The company emphasized continued investment in digital leadership and new campus openings, including locations in Monterrey, Mexico, and Lima, Peru. CFO Rick Buskirk noted that these strategic moves are supported by a strong balance sheet and consistent free cash flow generation.