EDU

Oriental Education & Technology Group (EDU) delivered a Q4 FY26 beat, with revenue up 23% YoY and EPS 19% above consensus. EDU's FY27 revenue guidance implies a 14-18% growth which exceeded market estimates. This is supported by a substantial increase in deferred revenue balance, a leading topline indicator. Shareholder returns are set to rise, with a 58% dividend increase and a new $200M buyback, targeting a 6.2% FY27 stockholder yield.

New Oriental Education & Technology Group NYSE: EDU reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 revenue growth of 23% year over year, supported by its core education operations, East Buy e-commerce business and newer initiatives, while management forecast fiscal 2027 revenue growth of 14% to 18%.

Investors interested in Schools stocks are likely familiar with New Oriental Education (EDU) and Grand Canyon Education (LOPE). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?

I have maintained a 'Buy' rating for New Oriental Education (EDU) after evaluating its results and prospects. EDU delivered better-than-anticipated revenue and earnings in 3QFY2026, thanks to cross-selling synergies and enhanced operational efficiency. Management's Q4 guidance implies continued high-teens revenue growth; this is supported by expectations of higher learning center utilization and lower marketing expenditures.