New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc.
EDUConsumer DefensiveNASDAQEducation & Training Services · Last scanned Sep 8, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer defensive sector, New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) is listed under Education & Training Services. engages in the provision of private educational services under the New Oriental brand in the People's Republic of China.
Market Cap
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Beta
0.23
P/E (TTM)
19.84
P/E (Fwd)
11.80
EPS (TTM)
$3.00
EPS (Fwd)
$5.04
ROE
12.5%
ROA
4.8%
Cash
$5.11B
Total Debt
$848.8M
Free CF
$952.3M
52W Change
14.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where EDU stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, EDU finished 11.41% above its 150-day moving average ($53.09) and 10.87% above its 200-day moving average ($53.35). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is EDU overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, EDU's RSI(14) was 76.2, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
With $5.11B in cash and $848.8M in debt, EDU maintains more liquidity than leverage. This favorable balance sheet position can be an asset when capital markets become less accommodating. Free cash flow comes in at $952.3M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 12.5%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $3.11B (2022) to $4.90B (2025), reflecting a 58% increase over the period.
With a beta below 0.7, New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing EDU's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.