Grand Canyon Education, Inc.
LOPEConsumer DefensiveNASDAQEducation & Training Services · Last scanned Sep 8, 2026
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the consumer defensive sector, Grand Canyon Education, Inc. focuses on Education & Training Services services and products. Grand Canyon Education, Inc. operates as an education services company in the United States. The $3.98B market capitalization puts LOPE squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. The company provides technology services, including learning management system, internal administration, infrastructure, and support services; and academic services, such as program and curriculum, faculty and related training and development, class scheduling, and skills and simulation lab sites.
Market Cap
$3.98B
Beta
0.58
P/E (TTM)
18.46
P/E (Fwd)
13.50
EPS (TTM)
$8.27
EPS (Fwd)
$11.31
ROE
31.0%
ROA
20.4%
Cash
$274.5M
Total Debt
$104.2M
Free CF
$205.8M
52W Change
-25.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where LOPE stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the August 26, 2026 close, LOPE finished 5.70% below its 150-day moving average ($158.09) and 6.71% below its 200-day moving average ($159.81). 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 LOPE overbought or oversold?
At the August 26, 2026 close, LOPE's RSI(14) was 47.6, in neutral territory (between 30 and 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.
The balance sheet looks solid with $274.5M in cash comfortably exceeding the $104.2M debt load. A net cash position generally provides financial flexibility during uncertain economic periods. Free cash flow comes in at $205.8M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 31.0% points to exceptionally high capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. Return on assets of 20.4% further supports the picture of efficient asset utilization. Revenue has grown from $911.3M (2022) to $1.11B (2025), reflecting a 21% increase over the period.
LOPE's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing LOPE's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.