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SLM Corp. has been consistently highlighted as a top pick by Stockchase Research Editor Michael O'Reilly, showcasing significant progress with shares appreciating over various timeframes. The company reported growing cash reserves and an increase in loan originations, with a notable decline in charge-offs, bolstering overall financial health. Market analysts have indicated that unemployment rates for individuals over 25 are declining, suggesting a positive outlook on student loans enrollment for upcoming quarters. Moreover, the company focuses on shareholder value through share buybacks and debt retirement strategies, all while trading at reasonable valuation multiples. The recommendations suggest maintaining strategic stop levels to safeguard profits while aiming for targeted price levels amidst a generally favorable market environment.

Consensus
Bullish
Valuation
Undervalued
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Curated by Michael O'Reilly since 2020.
1550+ opinions with 4.81 rating (one of the best performing expert).

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Oct 29/24, Up 17.2%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with SLM has triggered its stop at $26.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.  When combined with our previous guidance, this will result in a net investment gain of 22%.

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Oct 29/24, Up 34.4%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with SLM is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $24) to $26 at this time.  

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Oct 29/24, Up 31.6%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with SLM is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $21.50) to $24.00 at this time.  

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Oct 29/24, Up 21.7%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with SLM has achieved its target at $27.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time and trailing up the stop (from $19.50) to $21.50.

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TOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

We reiterate SLM, provider of student loans in the US as a TOP PICK.  Recently reported earnings showed that cash reserves are growing as shares are bought back. Loan originations are up 13% and charge-offs are declining.  A plateau in interest rates should assist margins going forward management expects.  We recommend trailing up the stop (from $17.50) to $19.50, looking to achieve $27.00 -- upside potential of 21%.  Yield 2.3%

(Analysts’ price target is $26.67)
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TOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

As unemployment rates for the over-25 college group declines, we reiterate SLM as a TOP PICK.  This trend will encourage future enrollment in student loans for the next several quarters, analysts report.  We like that debt is aggressively being retired, while cash reserves continue to grow.  It trades at 8x earnings, 2.4x book and supports a 36% ROE.  We recommend maintaining the stop at $17.50, looking to achieve $26.00 -- upside potential of 19%.  Yield 1.9%

(Analysts’ price target is $26.60)
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TOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

We reiterate SLM, provider of student loans in the US, as a TOP PICK.  It is prudently using some cash reserves to aggressively retire debt and buy back shares.  It trades at 8x earnings, 2.5x book value and supports and excellent ROE of 38%.  We continue to recommend a stop at $17.50, looking to achieve $25.00 -- upside potential of 19%.  Yield 2.1%

(Analysts’ price target is $25.00)
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TOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

SLM provides student loans in the US.  Recently reported earnings showed EPS grew almost three fold over the year.  Loan delinquencies has dropped to under 3%.  It trades at 8x earnings, 2.5x book and supports a ROE of 38%.  Cash reserves are prudently being used to aggressively retire debt and buy back shares.  We recommend placing a stop-loss at $17.50, looking to achieve $25 -- upside potential of 20%.  Yield 2.1%

(Analysts’ price target is $25.10)
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SLM Corp.(SLM-Q) Rating

Ranking : 4 out of 5

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Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 4

Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 0

Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 0

Total Signals / Votes : 4

Stockchase rating for SLM Corp. is calculated according to the stock experts' signals. A high score means experts mostly recommend to buy the stock while a low score means experts mostly recommend to sell the stock.

SLM Corp.(SLM-Q) Frequently Asked Questions

What is SLM Corp. stock symbol?

SLM Corp. is a American stock, trading under the symbol SLM-Q on the NASDAQ (SLM). It is usually referred to as NASDAQ:SLM or SLM-Q

Is SLM Corp. a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 4 stock analysts published opinions about SLM-Q. 4 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for SLM Corp..

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Is SLM Corp. worth watching?

4 stock analysts on Stockchase covered SLM Corp. In the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is SLM Corp. stock price?

On 2025-04-11, SLM Corp. (SLM-Q) stock closed at a price of $25.46.