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Equity Research: IDP Education (IEL AU) - June 5, 2025

Key Ratings & Price Target

• New Rating: Hold (downgraded from Underperform)
• Price Target: AUD 3.5 (down from AUD 9.50)
• Target Multiple: 15.5x FY26 earnings per share (PER), reflecting a 19% discount to historical levels

Key Analysis Points

1. Over-Promised, Under-Delivered

• The company's FY25 adjusted EBIT guidance (A$115-125 million) falls short of prior expectations, with a 1H25 EBIT contribution to FY25 of ~78% vs. a prior guidance of 50-55%.
• Reduced visibility into future quarters (e.g., pipeline visibility for next 6 months only apparent in May-June) raises concerns about earnings predictability and valuation multiples.

2. Market Conditions & Regulatory Risks

• IDP IELTS China: Regulatory delays in market approval; earliest launch delayed to end of CY25.
• Global Markets:
  • UK: Immigration white paper introduces uncertainty; new levies on international student providers expected.
  • China: Visa issuance declined YTD; regulatory hurdles slowing IELTS entry.
  • Australia: Offshore student visa grants remain stagnant.
  • USA: Visa interview pauses announced; market share already small.

3. Financial Performance & Valuation

• Earnings Revisions: FY25-27 EBIT and NPAT estimates cut by 17-32% (adjusted figures).
• Balance Sheet: Cash burn concerns; adjusted EBIT margins under 20%.
• Valuation: Discounted PE reflects lower-quality earnings outlook and policy uncertainties.

4. Recommendation & Risks

• Upside Factors: Recovery in Canada volumes, M&A, stronger IELTS volumes.
• Downside Risks: Contract asset write-downs, delays in IDP IELTS China approvals, continued student visa declines, and balance sheet deterioration.

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Contact

• Wei Sim, Equity Analyst
  +61 477773438 | wei.sim@jefferies.com