On Nov 04, major Wall Street analysts update their ratings for $KinderCare Learning Companies (KLC.US)$, with price targets ranging from $30 to $41.
Morgan Stanley analyst Toni Kaplan initiates coverage with a hold rating, and sets the target price at $31.
Goldman Sachs analyst George Tong initiates coverage with a buy rating, and sets the target price at $41.
J.P. Morgan analyst Andrew Steinerman initiates coverage with a buy rating, and sets the target price at $31.
Barclays analyst Manav Patnaik initiates coverage with a buy rating, and sets the target price at $38.
UBS analyst Joshua Chan initiates coverage with a buy rating, and sets the target price at $36.
Furthermore, according to the comprehensive report, the opinions of $KinderCare Learning Companies (KLC.US)$'s main analysts recently are as follows:
KinderCare Learning, recognized as the largest U.S. provider in the early childhood education industry, is at a pivotal moment where the management team can concentrate on future growth. It is positioned advantageously to attract and retain educators compared to smaller entities.
KinderCare Learning is anticipated to experience annual EBITDA growth of 13%-14% through 2026, influenced by gradual enrollment increases, tuition fees rising faster than wage inflation, and a modest contribution from acquisitions. It is projected that the company's EBITDA margins will enhance, going from 10.6% in 2024 to 12.0% in 2026. This improvement is expected to contribute to a significant upside in the company's shares over the forthcoming year.
As a prominent provider of premium early childcare education, KinderCare is poised to capitalize on the evident childcare requirements in the U.S. The company, with its significant total addressable market of $76B and pricing power, is on a path to profitable growth.
The company is recognized for being the largest day-care center provider in the U.S. and is anticipated to experience mid-single-digit revenue growth. Despite this, the current stock valuation is considered to be reasonable.
KinderCare Learning, recognized as the largest provider of early childhood education services in the U.S., has the capacity to serve more than 210,000 children through its extensive network of 2,500 centers and sites. The company's emphasis on community-based child care centers sets it apart and is anticipated to propel occupancy growth alongside tuition hikes.
Here are the latest investment ratings and price targets for $KinderCare Learning Companies (KLC.US)$ from 7 analysts:
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