The following is a summary of the Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:
Financial Performance:
Strategic Education Inc. reported a Q1 revenue increase of 14% to $292 million.
Operating expenses rose by 3%, as anticipated.
There was a significant hike in operating income, increasing to $36 million, more than four times the previous figure.
Operating margin increased by 910 basis points with earnings per share reported at $1.11, a rise of more than 350%.
Business Progress:
There was strong growth across all segments, including a notable 10% uplift in total enrollment in U.S. Higher Education.
There was a remarkable 22% year-on-year growth in employer-affiliated enrollment.
A 300 basis point rise was noted in the percentage of total U.S. Higher Education enrollment coming from corporate partnerships, underlining the success of this strategy.
Further strength was reported in both the Sophia and Workforce Edge segments, with a 62% increase in Workforce Edge enrollments into either Strayer or Capella University.
The Australia and New Zealand segment reported a 5% growth in enrollment and a 19% increase in revenue on a constant currency basis, showing increased market presence.
The company plans to sustain this momentum throughout 2024.
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