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Yahoo
23 minutes ago
- Business
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Citi Upgrades New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (EDU) to ‘Buy' with $50 Price Target
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (NYSE:EDU) is included in our list of the . Monkey Business Images/ On June 27, 2025, Citi upgraded its rating on New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (NYSE:EDU) from 'Neutral' to 'Buy' rating, while reducing its price target from $77 to $50. The analyst cited strong domestic growth potential as the reason for the upgrade. Furthermore, Citi projected upside potential for New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (NYSE:EDU) due to the expansion of its high-margin segments, K9 and Senior High. These segments, expanding at 35% and 11% annually, are expected to grow from 45% to 55% of revenue by FY26. Meanwhile, the company's cost discipline, particularly rent reductions and controlled hiring, is driving structural margin expansion. According to analysts' projections, a 1% revenue shift to domestic operations results in an 8-10 basis-point increase in New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (NYSE:EDU)'s margins. With a low forward P/E ratio and a $4.7 billion net cash reserve, there is strong room for capital gains, the analyst notes. New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. (NYSE:EDU), a China-based educational services provider, offers test preparation, tutoring, online learning, and overseas study consulting. It remains on our list of the most undervalued stocks. While we acknowledge the potential of EDU as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 14 Cheap Transportation Stocks to Buy According to Analysts and 10 Cheap Lithium Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds. Disclosure: None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
27 minutes ago
- Politics
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MAGA Official Says Everyone Investigating Him for Porn Should Resign
Oklahoma state Superintendent Ryan Walters wants the board members who say they caught him watching porn to 'resign in disgrace.' Last week, two school board members told the press they'd seen Walters displaying a pornographic video on a TV in his office during the closed-door portion of a Board of Education meeting at the time. In a video statement shared to X Tuesday night, the Trump fanboy attempting to reshape the Oklahoma school system went on the offensive, claiming the allegations were a 'political attack.' 'These are lies by board members, by a corrupt news media, and perpetuated by the teachers union to try and stop the will of Oklahoma voters, and the Oklahoma parents,' Walters said. 'What we are going to continue to do is move this education reform for the families of Oklahoma.' 'These board members should resign immediately in disgrace over the lies that they have pushed about me to try to destroy my character.' The Oklahoma Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) had opened an investigation into Walters's actions Friday, and on Monday asked the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) to begin a criminal investigation, according to News4. When he's not going after board members or the media or teachers, Walters's other tactic seems to be straight up lying about what happened. Earlier on Tuesday, Walters claimed that he'd had his name cleared by both OMES and the sheriff's office—but that wasn't true at all. 'That simply isn't the case,' OSCO spokesperson Aaron Brilbeck told News4. 'Our investigation is still ongoing. In fact, I would categorize it as being in its infancy. This is going to be a very thorough investigation. And once the investigation is complete, we're going to be very transparent with our findings.' In his video statement Tuesday night, Walters again claimed that he'd already had 'two independent groups come in and prove there was no wrongdoing going on,' but he offered no further details. Ryan Deatherage and Becky Carson, the two school board members who'd spoken to the press about the incident, released a joint statement Tuesday. 'No board member has accused Superintendent Walters of anything, we only brought attention to inappropriate content on a TV—content that would cause a teacher in our state to lose their license. As the investigation continues, we urge Superintendent Walters to cooperate with law enforcement and refrain from smearing the names, characters and reputations of board members,' they said. Solve the daily Crossword
Free Malaysia Today
44 minutes ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Fadhlina rubbishes claim matriculation inferior to STPM
Labis MP Pang Hok Liong had asked if the government was prepared to abolish the programme to address 'public suspicions' that it is of a far lower standard than the STPM examination. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Education minister Fadhlina Sidek has dismissed suggestions to abolish the matriculation programme, and denied claims that it is inferior to the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) examination. Fadhlina said the matriculation programme remained a recognised pre-university pathway, with graduates accepted by both local and international universities. 'The qualification is recognised by 58 foreign institutions, including 26 listed among the world's top 100 in the world university rankings. 'These include Cambridge University, University College London, the University of Sydney and Kyoto University,' she said in a written parliamentary reply. Fadhlina said matriculation graduates have also been eligible for Grade 29 executive posts in the civil service since 2017, in line with a 2016 circular. She said this broad recognition by universities and the public sector reflected the programme's quality and relevance. 'Therefore, questions on the standard of the matriculation programme do not arise at all,' she added. The minister was replying to Pang Hok Liong (PH-Labis), who asked if the government was prepared to abolish the programme to address 'public suspicions' that it is of a far lower standard than the STPM examination.
Yahoo
an hour ago
- General
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JOSTENS HOSTS RECORD-SETTING NUMBER OF SCHOOLS AT JRGC 2025
ANNUAL EVENT FOCUSES ON STRENGTHENING SCHOOL CULTURE AND CLIMATE Minneapolis, MN, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- An annual conference for creating a school culture of belonging, achievement and pride, the 2025 Jostens Renaissance Global Conference (JRGC), was hosted at the largest hotel on the West Coast, the Gaylord Pacific in Chula Vista, California, June 28-30, 2025. The conference, which hosted over 1,500 educators and student leaders from more than 300 schools across North America, provided school leaders with culture-building ideas, networking opportunities and turnkey resources for creating a strong culture and climate. Throughout the three-day event, participants experienced over 100 breakouts, passionate keynote speakers and inspiring general sessions designed to help teachers love their jobs and students thrive in school. Attendees gathered practical strategies to improve educator morale, academic achievement and character development to bring back to their school for the new year. Central Regional School District Superintendent Michelle CarneyRay-Yoder shared, "As a superintendent, I've witnessed firsthand how this conference consistently delivers powerful tools, fresh perspectives and actionable strategies. Everyone at JRGC leaves feeling energized to foster a culture where staff, faculty and students feel valued, motivated and empowered to be their best." At the Awards Gala, one of the highlights of the annual conference, Jostens recognized over 100 schools from across North America with the Renaissance School of Distinction award, which is earned by meeting criteria that demonstrates the robust implementation of strategic activities focused on school culture and climate. The gala also honored four Educators of the Year and two Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame inductees selected from nominations submitted by educators, students, administrators and community members. The conference also featured a rally that models for schools how to celebrate academics and character with the same energy and fun as sports teams. The Renaissance Rally includes music and games, along with recognition for achievements like improved grade point average, attendance and positive behavior. "It's difficult to put the power of JRGC into words,' said Michael Wolf, Jostens VP of School Culture and Events. 'The educators and student leaders that attend are full of passion and purpose, creating a conference full of idea sharing, inspiration and a remarkably contagious energy. All of us at Jostens are very thankful for the culture they help shape at JRGC, and even more thankful for how they build culture at their schools using the Jostens Renaissance framework.' In addition to JRGC, Jostens Renaissance supports thousands of schools with resources for student leadership, character and wellness videos and professional development tools. All are available to Jostens customers as part of their partnership with the company. For more information on Jostens Renaissance, visit ABOUT JOSTENS RENAISSANCE EDUCATION Jostens Renaissance Education is a framework for building a culture where teachers love their jobs and students thrive in school. Renaissance helps schools across the country achieve tangible results through strengthening educator morale, academic achievement and character development. Founded in 1988 and based in Minneapolis, Minn., for more information visit ABOUT JOSTENS Jostens, a trusted partner within the academic and achievement space, provides products and services that help its customers celebrate meaningful milestones. The company's product assortment includes yearbooks, publications, custom-crafted jewelry and consumer goods that serve the K-12, collegiate and professional sports markets. Jostens was founded in 1897 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn. Visit for more information. CONTACT: Sara Sausker JOSTENS 952-830-4765
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Casey's Cash for Classrooms Round-up Returns to Support Local Schools and Students
Coca-Cola pledges up to $250,000 toward this year's Cash for Classrooms campaign. ANKENY, Iowa, July 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Starting today, guests across Casey's Country can make an impact on school children's lives through the annual Cash for Classrooms campaign. In partnership with Coca-Cola, Casey's aims to raise $1 million to support K-12 public and nonprofit private schools in Casey's communities. Throughout August, guests at Casey's stores can round up at the register, purchase Coca-Cola products, and donate at checkout in the Casey's app to raise funds for grants that enhance education and strengthen communities. "Students and teachers are at the heart of the communities we serve every day," said Katie Petru, Casey's Director of Communications and Community. "Through the incredible generosity of our guests, team members, and partners, we're proud to support education programs and schools who share our passion for education and creating opportunities for students. Service is at the core of who we are at Casey's, and we're honored to help build stronger futures through these grants." Since it began in 2020, the Cash for Classrooms program has awarded more than 400 grants totaling nearly $5 million including $1.5 million in direct contributions from Casey's. Last year, schools across 17 Midwestern and Southern states received 80 grants totaling $900,000. "The Coca-Cola Company and our bottling partners are inspired by the Cash for Classrooms program that Casey's has built," said Kristi Fenton, Coca-Cola Director National Sales. "We are proud supporters of education and thrilled to partner with Casey's on this mission to raise $1 million to support schools in their communities." Recent examples of Cash for Classrooms grants in action include: Leavenworth Senior High School (Kan.) used its $25,000 grant to update its culinary space, fostering its students' passion for culinary arts in a safe and sanitary environment. Partin Elementary (Van Alstyne, Texas) received $26,000 to purchase Thinkbooks for teachers and iPads for students in the school's technology center. Perryville Elementary (Ark.) expanded its playground with accessible features for students with disabilities to enjoy structured physical activities thanks to its $24,921 grant. West Branch High School (Iowa) received $41,255 for new band equipment, allowing students to participate without financial barriers. Now through September 2, guests can contribute when they shop at Casey's by: Rounding up at the register in-store Adding a donation at checkout when placing an order in the Casey's app Purchasing Coca-Cola products, which generates five cents for each qualifying beverage purchase up to $250,000. Money raised directly funds individual grants of up to $50,000 for physical improvements, material needs, teacher support and community engagement initiatives in Casey's communities. Grant applications open in October with a November deadline, and recipients will be notified in March. To learn more about Casey's Cash for Classroom grants, visit About Casey's Casey's is a Fortune 500 company (Nasdaq: CASY) operating approximately 2,900 convenience stores. Founded more than 50 years ago, the company has grown to become the third-largest convenience store retailer and the fifth-largest pizza chain in the United States. Casey's provides freshly prepared foods, quality fuel and friendly service at its locations. Guests can enjoy pizza, donuts, other assorted bakery items, and a wide selection of beverages and snacks. Learn more and order online at or in the mobile app. CASY-COMM View source version on Contacts media@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
