TAL Education Group (TAL) Stock Overview
Provides K-12 after-school tutoring services in the People’s Republic of China. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 6/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 5/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$11.17 |
| 52 Week High | US$13.37 |
| 52 Week Low | US$8.77 |
| Beta | 0.14 |
| 1 Month Change | -0.27% |
| 3 Month Change | -7.84% |
| 1 Year Change | 25.22% |
| 3 Year Change | 89.32% |
| 5 Year Change | -80.08% |
| Change since IPO | 346.80% |
Recent News & Updates
TAL: Macquarie Upgrade And Completed Buybacks Will Support Future Share Rebound
Analysts have nudged their TAL Education Group price target slightly lower to about $15.55, with the update reflecting revised assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E multiples following recent research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary around the updated price target centers on how TAL Education Group might balance growth ambitions with valuation discipline and execution risks.
TAL: Future Returns Will Depend On Margins And Recent Buyback Execution
Analysts have adjusted their price target for TAL Education Group to $11.91, reflecting updated views on revenue, profit margins and future P/E assumptions based on recent Street research, including the latest upgrade commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around TAL Education Group highlights a mix of optimism and caution, with the updated US$11.91 price target reflecting both constructive views on the business and a set of clear execution and valuation risks that bearish analysts continue to flag.Recent updates
TAL: Macquarie Upgrade And Completed Buybacks Will Support Future Share Rebound
Analysts have nudged their TAL Education Group price target slightly lower to about $15.55, with the update reflecting revised assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E multiples following recent research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary around the updated price target centers on how TAL Education Group might balance growth ambitions with valuation discipline and execution risks.TAL: Future Returns Will Depend On Margins And Recent Buyback Execution
Analysts have adjusted their price target for TAL Education Group to $11.91, reflecting updated views on revenue, profit margins and future P/E assumptions based on recent Street research, including the latest upgrade commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around TAL Education Group highlights a mix of optimism and caution, with the updated US$11.91 price target reflecting both constructive views on the business and a set of clear execution and valuation risks that bearish analysts continue to flag.TAL Education: Device And Tutoring Businesses Have Good Prospects
Apr 07TAL: Macquarie Upgrade And Buybacks Will Support Future Share Rebound
Analysts have adjusted their price targets on TAL Education Group, keeping fair value steady around $15.65 while fine tuning assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E following recent research updates that include a Macquarie upgrade. Analyst Commentary Analysts are reassessing TAL Education Group's setup around the current fair value of about US$15.65, focusing on how revisions to revenue, margin and P/E assumptions support or challenge that level.TAL: Macquarie Upgrade And Share Buyback Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have adjusted their price target for TAL Education Group to $15.65, reflecting updated views on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions informed by recent Street research including the Macquarie upgrade. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see the revised US$15.65 price target as more in line with updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue trajectory, margins, and P/E multiples.TAL: Share Buyback And Margin Outlook Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their price target on TAL Education Group to $15.65 from $14.46, citing updated assumptions that include a higher fair value estimate, a slightly adjusted discount rate, moderated revenue growth expectations, improved profit margin forecasts, and a lower future P/E multiple referenced in recent Street research. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the higher fair value estimate as reflecting improved confidence in TAL Education Group's ability to execute on its current business mix, even with moderated revenue growth assumptions baked into the model.TAL: Future Execution Will Rely On Margins And Share Repurchases
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for TAL Education Group from $11.54 to about $11.91, citing updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate, and future P/E multiples following recent research, including the latest upgrade from Macquarie. Analyst Commentary While the fair value estimate has moved slightly higher, some research commentary still highlights risks that readers should keep in mind when thinking about TAL Education Group's valuation and execution.TAL: Elevated Expectations Will Depend On Challenging Margin Execution
Analysts have raised their price target fair value on TAL Education Group from $9.55 to $11.54, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that they see reflected in recent research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary around TAL Education Group reflects a mix of optimism on the updated fair value estimate and ongoing caution around execution and valuation risks.
TAL: Share Repurchases Will Support Higher Future Returns
Analysts have nudged their price target on TAL Education Group slightly lower to about US$17.70, citing updated assumptions that include modestly higher revenue growth, a small improvement in profit margins, and a somewhat lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News TAL Education Group completed a share repurchase tranche between July 28, 2025 and October 29, 2025, buying back 4,195,065 shares for US$134.7 million, equal to 0.69% of its shares (company filing).TAL: Completed Share Repurchase Will Support Higher Future Share Price
Analysts have trimmed their price target on TAL Education Group slightly to about US$14.46 from roughly US$14.48, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. What's in the News TAL Education Group reported completing a share repurchase of 4,195,065 shares, representing 0.69% of the company, for US$134.7 million under its buyback announced on July 31, 2025 (Key Developments).Returns On Capital Are Showing Encouraging Signs At TAL Education Group (NYSE:TAL)
Dec 28
TAL: Share Repurchases And Margin Expansion Will Drive Stronger Returns
Analysts have raised their price target on TAL Education Group to approximately $17.70 from about $14.90, citing expectations for stronger profit margins and a lower future valuation multiple that together offset slightly slower projected revenue growth. What's in the News TAL Education Group completed a share repurchase tranche between July 28, 2025 and October 29, 2025, buying back 4,195,065 shares for a total consideration of $134.7 million (Key Developments) The completed buyback represents approximately 0.69% of the company’s outstanding shares, signaling continued capital return to shareholders (Key Developments) This tranche fully exhausts the repurchase authorization announced on July 31, 2025, under which the 4,195,065 shares were acquired (Key Developments) Valuation Changes The fair value estimate has risen meaningfully, increasing from $14.90 to $17.70 per share.TAL: Share Repurchase Program Completion Will Support Future Price Upside
Analysts have maintained their price target for TAL Education Group at $14.48, citing steady expectations across key financial metrics and no significant changes in recent forecasts. What's in the News TAL Education Group completed the repurchase of 4,195,065 shares, or 0.69% of its outstanding shares, for a total value of $134.7 million.TAL: Share Buyback Completion Will Drive Further Upside Momentum
Analysts have slightly increased their price target for TAL Education Group. The fair value estimate has been raised from $13.96 to $14.48 based on modest improvements in profit margins and revenue growth forecasts.TAL: Share Repurchase Program Will Drive Future Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their price target for TAL Education Group from $12.99 to $13.96, citing updated evaluations of fair value and noting slight adjustments to key financial metrics in their forecasts. What's in the News TAL Education Group completed a share repurchase program, buying back 4,195,065 shares.These Return Metrics Don't Make TAL Education Group (NYSE:TAL) Look Too Strong
Sep 01TAL Education Group:Valuation Premium Priced In Strong Results, Maintain Hold
Jan 28TAL Education Group: Strong Growth But Valuation Premium Not Justified, Initiate With 'Hold'
Dec 15TAL Education: Capital Allocation Concerns Overshadow Learning Devices' Growth Potential (Rating Downgrade)
Sep 11
AI Enhancements And Tactical Growth Promise Brighter Futures
Expansion in both online and offline learning platforms, alongside investments in AI such as MathGPT, aims to boost user satisfaction and revenue.TAL Education: Underappreciated Growth
Jun 26TAL Education: Focus On Regulatory Development And Earnings Preview
Apr 12TAL Education: Turning Bullish On Revenue Beat And Potential Catalysts (Rating Upgrade)
Jan 29Education Provider TAL Counts On AI Devices And MathGPT
Nov 16TAL Education Group: Elevated Expectations
Sep 29TAL Education: What To Watch With Upcoming First Quarter Results
Jul 20Shareholder Returns
| TAL | US Consumer Services | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -0.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 1Y | 25.2% | -17.8% | 27.8% |
Return vs Industry: TAL exceeded the US Consumer Services industry which returned -17.7% over the past year.
Return vs Market: TAL underperformed the US Market which returned 27.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| TAL volatility | |
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| TAL Average Weekly Movement | 6.0% |
| Consumer Services Industry Average Movement | 7.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: TAL has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: TAL's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 23,000 | Tom Zhang | www.100tal.com |
TAL Education Group provides K-12 after-school tutoring services in the People’s Republic of China. It provides learning services primarily through small classes services; personalized premium services and online course offerings; and learning content solutions, such as print books, smart books, mobile apps, and AI-driven learning devices. The company also operates www.xueersi.com, an online education platform; provides investment management and consulting services; develops and sells software and networks, as well as related consulting services; and sells educational materials and products.
TAL Education Group Fundamentals Summary
| TAL fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$6.80b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$530.75m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$3.01b |
12.8x
P/E Ratio2.3x
P/S RatioIs TAL overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| TAL income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$3.01b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$1.34b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.67b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.13b |
| Earnings | US$530.75m |
Last Reported Earnings
Feb 28, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.87 |
| Gross Margin | 55.35% |
| Net Profit Margin | 17.64% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did TAL perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/03 08:45 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/02/28 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/02/28 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
TAL Education Group is covered by 35 analysts. 18 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Yanfang Jiang | Benchmark Company |
| Lucy Yu | BofA Global Research |
| Lei Yang | CGS International |