BFAM 📈 Bright Horizons Family - Overview

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US1091941005

BFAM: Childcare, Education, Advisory, Back-up Care, Tutoring

Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc, listed on the NYSE under the ticker symbol BFAM, is a leading provider of comprehensive family solutions, catering to the diverse needs of employers and families across the globe. With operations in the United States, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Australia, and India, the company has established a robust presence in the education and childcare sector. Its services encompass a broad spectrum, including early education and childcare, back-up care, educational advisory, and other workplace solutions, all designed to support the evolving needs of modern families and employers.

The company's business is segmented into three primary divisions: Full Service Center-Based Child Care, Back-Up Care, and Educational Advisory and Other Services. The Full Service Center-Based Child Care segment is focused on delivering high-quality, traditional center-based child care and early education services, extending to preschool and elementary education. This segment is crucial for working parents who require reliable and nurturing environments for their children. In contrast, the Back-Up Care segment offers a range of flexible solutions, including center-based back-up child care, in-home care for both children and adult or elder dependents, school-age camps, and virtual tutoring services. This diversity of services is made possible through an extensive network of child care centers, school-age campuses, and in-home caregivers.

Beyond its core childcare services, Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc also provides a suite of educational advisory and other services. This includes the administration of tuition assistance and student loan repayment programs, workforce education, and related educational consulting services. Additionally, the company offers college admissions and college financial advisory services, supporting families at every stage of their educational journey. With a history dating back to 1986, Bright Horizons has evolved significantly, including a name change from Bright Horizons Solutions Corp to Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc in July 2012. Headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, the company continues to expand its reach and services, underpinned by its commitment to providing comprehensive family solutions.

As a publicly traded company, Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc is listed on the NYSE, providing investors with the opportunity to be part of a leading education services provider. With its common stock traded under the ISIN US1091941005 and classified under the GICS Sub Industry of Education Services, the company is well-positioned within the global education sector. Through its official website, https://www.brighthorizons.com, the company offers detailed insights into its services, mission, and values, reflecting its dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of families and employers worldwide.

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BFAM Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 6,706m
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Personal Services
GiC Sub-Industry Education Services
IPO / Inception 1997-08-12

BFAM Stock Ratings

Growth 5y -25.0%
Fundamental 32.3%
Dividend -
Rel. Strength Industry -37.8
Analysts 3.6/5
Fair Price Momentum 96.91 USD
Fair Price DCF 94.29 USD

BFAM Dividends

No Dividends Paid

BFAM Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -88.4%
Growth Correlation 12m 62.5%
Growth Correlation 5y -49.4%
CAGR 5y -6.67%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y -0.19
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.39
Alpha -21.40
Beta 1.37
Volatility 35.35%
Current Volume 961.2k
Average Volume 20d 698.1k
What is the price of BFAM stocks?
As of December 21, 2024, the stock is trading at USD 108.26 with a total of 961,187 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -1.33%, over one month by -0.09%, over three months by -22.15% and over the past year by +18.27%.
Is Bright Horizons Family a good stock to buy?
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Bright Horizons Family is currently (December 2024) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 32.28 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of BFAM as of December 2024 is 96.91. This means that BFAM is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -10.48%.
Is BFAM a buy, sell or hold?
Bright Horizons Family has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.60. Therefor, it is recommend to hold BFAM.
  • Strong Buy: 2
  • Buy: 4
  • Hold: 3
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 1
What are the forecast for BFAM stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, BFAM Bright Horizons Family will be worth about 107.9 in December 2025. The stock is currently trading at 108.26. This means that the stock has a potential downside of -0.35%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 141.7 30.9%
Analysts Target Price 90.7 -16.2%
ValueRay Target Price 107.9 -0.4%