Lincoln Educational Services Corporation - Common Stock (LINC)
22.55
-0.08 (-0.35%)
NASDAQ · Last Trade: Jul 8th, 4:21 PM EDT
Detailed Quote
Previous Close
22.63
Open
22.83
Bid
22.55
Ask
22.56
Day's Range
22.05 - 22.83
52 Week Range
11.22 - 24.20
Volume
221,287
Market Cap
604.78M
PE Ratio (TTM)
57.82
EPS (TTM)
0.4
Dividend & Yield
N/A (N/A)
1 Month Average Volume
330,699
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About Lincoln Educational Services Corporation - Common Stock (LINC)
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation is an education services company that provides various vocational and technical training programs across the United States. The organization focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed for careers in high-demand fields like healthcare, automotive technology, skilled trades, and information technology. Through its network of campuses and online learning platforms, Lincoln Educational aims to enhance workforce preparedness and support students in their journey towards achieving professional success. Additionally, the company emphasizes hands-on training and real-world experience, collaborating with industry partners to ensure that graduates are ready to meet the evolving demands of the job market. Read More
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