We recently published a list of 14 Most Expensive Stocks Insiders Are Buying In March. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) stands against other most expensive stocks insiders are buying in March.
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The stock market is reacting to these reports with the broader market gaining 1.5%, blue-chip companies advancing around 1.2% and the NASDAQ Composite being up more than 2%.
As investors digest daily developments, uncertainty continues to weigh on the market. During such times, insider trading often draws attention, as executive stock purchases may signal confidence in a company’s future. However, insider selling doesn’t always indicate doubt—it could reflect personal financial needs or diversification strategies. Executives often use pre-set plans like 10b5-1 to ensure transparency. While insider trading offers valuable clues, it should be considered alongside financial health, market trends, and industry shifts.
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Which stocks are insiders buying at the highest prices this month? To find out, we used Insider Monkey’s insider trading stock screener, focusing only on stocks where at least two insiders had purchased shares in March. From there, we ranked the 14 stocks with the highest average price per share.
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With each stock, we note the average price per share of these purchases and the stock’s market capitalization.
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Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA)
Market Capitalization: $2.03 billion
The Herndon, Virginia-based company, Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) offers post-secondary education and job skills programs through its campus-based and online platforms. It operates Strayer University, Capella University, Torrens University in Australia, and offers additional educational services, including vocational training and specialized courses in technology and design.
For the full year 2024, Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) reported revenue of $1.22 billion compared to $1.13 billion in 2023. Net income was $112.7 million in 2024 compared to $69.8 million last year. Adjusted EBITDA was $233.8 million compared to $196.5 million in 2023.
In March, four insiders acquired a total of around $235,879 worth of Strategic Education shares at an average price of $81.45 per share. Currently, the stock trades at $82.37 per share, down 11.83% year-to-date and 20.11% over the past 12 months.
According to TipRanks, three analysts have given Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) stock an average “Strong Buy” rating with a price target of $108.50 per share. The average price target suggests a 31.72% upside from the latest price.
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) is also one of the 12 best education stocks to buy in 2025.
Overall, STRA ranks 8th on our list of the most expensive stocks insiders are buying in March. While we acknowledge the potential of STRA our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than STRA but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.
