Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Very strong margins and returns
About
Academy Of Learning Company, an entity established in 2004 and headquartered in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, operates a network of educational and training facilities across the Kingdom. The company delivers various programs, including advanced higher education, administrative and management training, as well as specialized courses for language acquisition and skill development. With a total of eighteen locations, Academy Of Learning oversees twelve educational institutes and six dedicated centers situated in Dammam, Khobar, Al-Ahsa, Jubail, and Qatif. Its curriculum extends to numerous training courses and diploma programs covering diverse fields such as insurance principles, social and self-development, financial and administrative practices, photography, travel and tourism, language instruction with a focus on conversational abilities, human resource management, public relations, and media business. Further offerings include general administration, administrative technology, marketing specialization, and a broad range of computer-related disciplines. Beyond its educational services, the company also engages in the wholesale distribution of computer hardware and peripherals, including printers and their consumables like ink cartridges.
Company Valuation
Considering past and projected metrics, the stock is distinctly 'expensive' compared to its peers. In particular, the stock is overpriced on P/E, 'expensive' on EV/EBITDA