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American Public Education, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides online and campus-based postsecondary education. The company operates through three segments: American Public University System, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. It offers 130 degree programs and 111 certificate programs in various fields of study, including business administration, health science, technology, criminal justice, education, and liberal arts, as well as national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security. The company also provides nursing-and health sciences-focused postsecondary education, diploma in practical nursing, an associate degree in nursing, and an associate degree in medical laboratory technology. American Public Education, Inc. was incorporated in 1991 and is headquartered in Charles Town, West Virginia.

American Public Education Dividend Announcement

• American Public Education does not currently offer dividends, we're keeping a close eye on its growth potential and financial developments.
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American Public Education Dividend History

American Public Education Dividend Yield

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American Public Education Financial Ratios

P/E ratio22.93
PEG ratio6.37
P/B ratio1.28
ROE5.58%
Payout ratio37.96%
Current ratio2.65
Quick ratio2.59
Cash Ratio1.81

American Public Education Dividend FAQ

Does American Public Education stock pay dividends?
American Public Education does not currently pay dividends to its shareholders.
Has American Public Education ever paid a dividend?
No, American Public Education has no a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. American Public Education is not known for its dividend payments.
Why doesn't American Public Education pay dividends?
There are several potential reasons why American Public Education would choose not to pay dividends to their shareholders:

1. Growth opportunities: Companies, especially in fast-growing industries like technology, reinvest earnings into expansion, R&D, or acquisitions to fuel future growth and increase company value.

2. Tax implications: Not paying dividends can reduce the tax burden on shareholders, who may prefer to defer taxes until selling shares and realizing capital gains.

3. Investor preferences: Some investors prefer companies to reinvest profits for higher long-term returns, particularly those seeking capital appreciation over income.

4. Capital allocation priorities: Companies may allocate cash to pay down debt, fund share buybacks, or invest in projects with higher returns than dividends.

5. Market expectations: In certain sectors, like technology, reinvesting profits for growth and innovation is often prioritized over distributing dividends to shareholders.
Will American Public Education ever pay a dividend?
The decision for a company to pay dividends depends on various factors including its financial performance, growth prospects, capital allocation priorities, and shareholder preferences. While American Public Education has not paid dividends historically and has instead focused on reinvesting its earnings for growth, it's ultimately up to the company's management and board of directors to decide whether to initiate a dividend policy in the future.
Is American Public Education a dividend aristocrat?
American Public Education is not considered a Dividend Aristocrat. The term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is American Public Education a dividend king?
American Public Education is not classified as a "Dividend King". A Dividend King is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is American Public Education a dividend stock?
No, American Public Education is not considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
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