Stride Inc. (NYSE:LRN) is considered a promising mid-cap consumer staples stock trading below $100. As of January 9, five analysts cover the stock, with three issuing Buy ratings and two giving Hold calls. No Sell ratings have been assigned, indicating a moderately bullish forecast.
The consensus one-year median price target stands at $106.75, representing an upside potential of nearly 55% from current levels.
On December 17, Morgan Stanley analyst Greg Parrish maintained his equal weight rating on Stride Inc. He revised his price target downward from $130 to $95. Despite this adjustment, Parrish's forecast still suggests the stock could rise by more than 35%.
Parrish noted a shift driven by artificial intelligence within the Information Services sector during 2025, creating a division between leading and trailing companies. He stated this pattern is expected to continue into the next year, influenced by how businesses integrate AI into their operations.
Stride Inc. operates as an online educational platform, providing virtual curriculum, training programs, educational materials, and software systems. Its interactive products offer an alternative to traditional education, allowing users to track and monitor learning progress.