Nelnet, Inc.
NNINYSEFinancialsCredit Services
As of Oct 26, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $4.41B
- P/E (TTM)
- 14.60
- Forward P/E
- 12.27
- Dividend yield
- 1.05%
- 52-week range
- $116.62$144.38
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 132.01K
Nelnet (NNI) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $122.01 - $124.59 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $144.38 |
| 52-Week Low | $116.62 |
| Open | $123.12 |
| Volume (last close) | 106.69K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 132.01K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 1.74B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 302.24M |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 364.03M |
| EPS (TTM) | $8.35 |
| Profit Margin | 17.40% |
| Operating Margin | 32.46% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 8.31% |
| Debt to Equity | 1.94 |
| Annual Dividend | $1.32 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.05% |
| Payout Ratio | 15.81% |
| Last Dividend Ex-Date | Sep 1, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 4.41B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 36.04M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 14.60 |
| Forward P/E | 12.27 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 2.54 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 1.21 |
| EV/EBITDA | 21.72 |
| 50-Day MA | $126.07 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $130.75 |
| 1-Year Change | −4.25% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 26, 2026. Data sources and methodology
Nelnet at a Glance
As of the Oct 26, 2026 close, Nelnet (NNI) has a market capitalization of $4.41B. The stock trades at 14.6× trailing earnings, 12.3× forward earnings and 2.5× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $302.24M on revenue of $1.74B (a 17.4% profit margin) and generated $364.03M of free cash flow. Revenue fell 11.7% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $172.43M in cash and securities against $7.04B of debt, a net debt position of $6.87B.
Nelnet pays a quarterly dividend totaling $1.32 per share a year, a 1.05% yield at the Oct 26, 2026 close, with a 16% payout ratio and 11 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is down 4.3% over the past year. At $122.41 (the Oct 26, 2026 close) it sits within its 52-week range of $116.62 to $144.38, below its 200-day moving average of $130.75.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nelnet
What is the current stock price for NNI?
As of the Oct 26, 2026 close, NNI stock trades at $122.41. The 52-week range is $116.62–$144.38, with a day range of $122.01–$124.59.
What is the P/E ratio for NNI?
As of the Oct 26, 2026 close, Nelnet's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 14.6, meaning investors pay $14.6 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 12.3, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. Nelnet operates in the Financials sector.
Does NNI pay dividends?
Yes, Nelnet pays a 1.05% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 26, 2026 close ($1.32 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 15.8%. The most recent ex-dividend date was September 1, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for NNI?
Analyst ratings and recommendations for NNI are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.
What is the market cap of NNI?
As of the Oct 26, 2026 close, Nelnet's market capitalization is $4.41B, classifying it as a mid-cap company. Nelnet operates in the Financials sector within the Credit Services industry.