Embark Early Education (ASX:EVO) Preferred Stock: A$0.00 Mil (As of Dec. 2025)

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ASX:EVO Embark Early Education Ltd ASX:EVO
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Price A$0.42
GF Value A$0.90
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What is Embark Early Education Preferred Stock?

Embark Early Education ASX:EVO -1.19% 26 Preferred Stock is A$0.00 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates ASX:EVO with a GF Score™ of 26/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.90 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Preferred stock is a special equity security that has properties of both equity and debt. Embark Early Education's preferred stock for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.00 Mil.

The market value of preferred stock needs to be added to the market value of common stocks in the calculation of Enterprise Value. Embark Early Education's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was A$220.76 Mil.

In the calculation of book value, the par value of preferred stocks needs to subtracted from total equity. Embark Early Education's Book Value per Share for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.53.

Dividends paid to preferred stocks need to be subtracted from net income in the calculation of Earnings per Share (Diluted). Embark Early Education's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.03.


Embark Early Education  (ASX:EVO) Preferred Stock Explanation

When a company needs capital but does not wish to issue debt, they may sell preferred stocks to investors.

For instance, during the financial crisis of 2008, Goldman Sachs (GS) issued a combination of preferred stock and common stock options for $5 billion of capital to Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A)(BRK.B). In this deal, Berkshire Hathaway paid $5 billion for 10% cumulative perpetual preferred stock and warrants to buy 43.5 million shares of Goldman Sachs at $115 a share. Goldman Sachs bought back the preferred in 2010. Guess how much money Warren Buffett made in this deal in two years? Read How Much Did Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) Make on Its Goldman Sachs (GS) Preferred Stock?

1. The market value of Preferred Stocks needs to be added to the market value of common stocks in the calculation of enterprise value.

Embark Early Education's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

2. In the calculation of Book Value, the par value of Preferred Stocks needs to subtracted from total equity.

Embark Early Education's Book Value per Share for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

3. Dividends paid to Preferred Stocks need to be subtracted from net income in the calculation of earnings per share.

Embark Early Education's Earnings per Share (Diluted) (EPS) for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


Embark Early Education Preferred Stock Related Terms


Embark Early Education Preferred Stock Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Embark Early Education's Preferred Stock can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

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Embark Early Education Preferred Stock Calculation

Preferred Stock is a special equity security that has properties of both equity and debt. It is generally considered a hybrid instrument. Preferred stock is senior to common stock, but is subordinate to bonds in terms of claim or rights to their share of the assets of the company.

Preferred stock has priority over common stock in the payment of dividends and any payments received when a company liquidates.

Preferred stock comes in many forms. It can be:


Convertible or Non-Convertible
Cumulative or Non-Cumulative
Voting or Non-Voting
Callable or Non-Callable
Maturity Date or No Maturity Date

A preferred stock without a maturity date is called a perpetual preferred stock. These are relatively rare. A good example of perpetual preferred stock is the many series of Public Storage (PSA) preferred shares that trade on the New York Stock Exchange.

Before investing in preferred stock, it is important to know which of the above groups the stock belongs to. Is it convertible or non-convertible? Are dividends cumulative or non-cumulative?

It is also critical that an investor knows what bonds the company has in front of the preferred stock. Bondholders get paid first. So the decision to buy a preferred stock can be similar to the decision to buy a bond. But, remember, the preferred stock of a company with bonds is junior to those bonds.

Unless a preferred stock is convertible, the upside in a preferred stock investment is more limited than in a common stock investment. If a company doubles its earnings, it is usually under no more obligation to double the dividends paid to preferred shareholders than it is to double the interest paid to its bankers and bondholders.So preferred stock is very different from common stock.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Preferred Stock →
What does a Preferred Stock of A$0.00 Mil mean?
Embark Early Education (ASX:EVO) has a Preferred Stock of A$0.00 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Preferred Stock represents the par value of a company's preferred shares. View historical data on Embark Early Education and its competitors.
Is Embark Early Education's Preferred Stock too high?
Embark Early Education's current Preferred Stock is A$0.00 Mil. Overall, Embark Early Education has a GF Score™ of 26/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Embark Early Education's Preferred Stock compare to EDU and TAL?
Embark Early Education's Preferred Stock of A$0.00 Mil can be compared against companies in the Education industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Preferred Stock for an Education company?
A good Preferred Stock depends on the Education industry context. However, Preferred Stock should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Preferred Stock mean?
A high Preferred Stock can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Preferred Stock represents the par value of a company's preferred shares. View historical data on Embark Early Education and its competitors. Embark Early Education's current Preferred Stock is A$0.00 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Embark Early Education stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Embark Early Education (ASX:EVO) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is A$0.90, compared to a current price of A$0.42 — trading 53.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Preferred Stock is A$0.00 Mil. Embark Early Education's overall GF Score™ is 26/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Preferred Stock calculated?
Preferred Stock is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Embark Early Education (ASX:EVO), the current Preferred Stock is A$0.00 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Embark Early Education (ASX:EVO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Embark Early Education stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$0.42 is trading 53.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.90. GuruFocus considers Embark Early Education to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for ASX:EVO:

  • Preferred Stock: A$0.00 Mil
  • GF Value™: A$0.90 vs. price of A$0.42 (53.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 26/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:EVO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Embark Early Education Business Description

Address 120-122 Siganto Drive, Suite 102, Level 1, M1 Connect Business Hub, Helensvale, Gold Coast, QLD, AUS, 4212
Embark Early Education Ltd is a company that is engaged in the provision and management of an early childhood education service that gives parents and caregivers the option of which service suits their child's learning and care needs. The company is engaged in operation of childcare centres in Australia. The company owns and operates childcare centers. It has centers in Queensland, Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania and South Australia.
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