(NNI) Nelnet - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US64031N1081

NNI: Loan, Servicing, Technology, Payments, Education, Software

Nelnet, Inc. (NYSE:NNI) is a diversified financial services company with a focus on loan servicing, education technology, and payment processing. Its operations are divided into four primary segments: Loan Servicing and Systems, Education Technology Services and Payments, Asset Generation and Management, and Nelnet Bank.

The Loan Servicing and Systems segment provides end-to-end solutions for loan administration, including origination, payment processing, and customer service. It also offers software tools for student loan servicing and business process outsourcing, such as contact center management and technology-enabled processing services. This segment is critical for institutions needing efficient loan management and customer interaction systems.

The Education Technology Services and Payments segment delivers a suite of products aimed at educational institutions. This includes financial management software, school information systems, website design, and admissions software. Additionally, the company provides tuition payment plans, campus payment solutions, and faith community giving platforms. This segment is tailored to streamline administrative and financial workflows for schools, from K-12 to higher education.

The Asset Generation and Management segment focuses on acquiring, managing, and owning loan assets. This includes student loans and other financial instruments, providing a steady stream of income through interest and fees. The Nelnet Bank segment operates as an industrial bank, offering a range of financial services including payment processing, investment advisory, insurance, and reinsurance. The bank also engages in real estate investments, further diversifying the company’s revenue streams.

Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, Nelnet has established itself as a key player in the consumer finance and education technology sectors. Its integrated approach to financial services and education solutions positions it well to capitalize on the growing demand for digital payment systems and streamlined educational administrative tools. For investors, the company’s diversified business model and recurring revenue streams make it a compelling consideration in the consumer finance space.

Key metrics for investors include a market capitalization of $4.04 billion, a trailing P/E ratio of 35.58, and a forward P/E of 15.75. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.23, and the price-to-sales ratio is 3.20. These figures provide insight into the company’s valuation and potential for future growth in its target markets.

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NNI Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 4,138m
Sector Financial Services
Industry Credit Services
GiC Sub-Industry Consumer Finance
IPO / Inception 2003-12-11

NNI Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 87.5%
Fundamental 8.66%
Dividend 55.9%
Rel. Strength -0.7
Analysts 3/5
Fair Price Momentum 124.43 USD
Fair Price DCF 148.55 USD

NNI Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 1.02%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.96%
Annual Growth 5y 6.43%
Payout Consistency 83.8%

NNI Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 77.9%
Growth Correlation 12m 66%
Growth Correlation 5y 91.4%
CAGR 5y 23.97%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.96
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.07
Alpha 10.93
Beta 0.888
Volatility 20.37%
Current Volume 50.2k
Average Volume 20d 56.6k
What is the price of NNI stocks?
As of April 02, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 110.93 with a total of 50,197 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -0.90%, over one month by -7.80%, over three months by +5.22% and over the past year by +19.77%.
Is Nelnet a good stock to buy?
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Nelnet is currently (April 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 8.66 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of NNI as of April 2025 is 124.43. This means that NNI is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +12.17% (Margin of Safety).
Is NNI a buy, sell or hold?
Nelnet has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.00. Therefor, it is recommend to hold NNI.
  • Strong Buy: 0
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 1
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for NNI stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, NNI Nelnet will be worth about 134.4 in April 2026. The stock is currently trading at 110.93. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +21.14%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 120 8.2%
Analysts Target Price 110 -0.8%
ValueRay Target Price 134.4 21.1%