Stride shares surge 24.26% premarket after earnings beat, strong revenue, and improved profitability.

Stride (LRN) surged 24.26% in premarket trading following the release of its fourth-quarter 2025 results, which exceeded Wall Street expectations across multiple metrics. The education company reported revenue of $631.3 million, a 7.5% year-over-year increase, and adjusted earnings per share of $2.50, surpassing forecasts by 7.8%. Strong enrollment growth, particularly in career learning programs, and an expanded operating margin to 23.3% highlighted operational efficiency. Additionally, management provided upbeat guidance for the upcoming quarter, projecting revenue of approximately $630 million. These results, combined with improved profitability and positive guidance, drove investor optimism, reflecting confidence in Stride’s long-term growth trajectory in the education sector.