- ISIN
- US64031N1081
- CUSIP
- 64031N108
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Credit Services
- IPO Date
- Dec 11, 2003
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $4.68B
- Enterprise Value
- $4.56B
- EPS (TTM)
- $11.49
- PE Ratio
- 11.29
- PEG Ratio
- 0.27
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $1.82B
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $1.27B
- EBITDA (TTM)
- $762.79M
- Year Range
- $116.62 - $144.38
- ROA (TTM)
- 2.94%
- ROE (TTM)
- 11.18%
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Performance
NNI Performance Chart
Nelnet, Inc. (NNI) is down 1.9% since the beginning of the year. At $130 per share, NNI is trading 10.1% below its 52-week high of $144. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of NNI shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,807.
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Returns By Period
Nelnet, Inc. (NNI) has returned -1.94% so far this year and 15.50% over the past 12 months. Looking at the last ten years, NNI has achieved an annualized return of 16.18%, outperforming the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.88% per year.
Nelnet, Inc.
- 1D
- -0.47%
- 1M
- 0.86%
- YTD
- -1.94%
- 6M
- -6.62%
- 1Y
- 15.50%
- 3Y*
- 11.70%
- 5Y*
- 12.56%
- 10Y*
- 16.18%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -0.01%
- YTD
- 9.16%
- 6M
- 8.64%
- 1Y
- 25.22%
- 3Y*
- 19.78%
- 5Y*
- 11.99%
- 10Y*
- 13.88%
NNI Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Dec 12, 2003, NNI's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.43%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.1 years.
Historically, 54% of months were positive and 46% were negative. The best month was Mar 2009 with a return of +73.3%, while the worst month was Feb 2009 at -63.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 8 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, NNI closed higher 49% of trading days. The best single day was Jun 18, 2009 with a return of +32.2%, while the worst single day was Feb 26, 2009 at -54.3%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -0.80% | -1.60% | -0.39% | 9.88% | -7.85% | -0.39% | -1.94% | ||||||
| 2025 | 3.15% | 11.37% | -9.36% | -4.36% | 9.51% | 4.50% | 3.01% | 3.08% | -2.28% | 2.93% | 0.15% | 3.14% | 25.71% |
| 2024 | -1.24% | -1.12% | 10.22% | -0.50% | 10.36% | -2.70% | 11.75% | 2.80% | -1.99% | -0.51% | -3.35% | -1.68% | 22.41% |
| 2023 | 5.22% | -1.42% | -2.11% | 4.80% | -3.68% | 4.30% | 2.28% | -6.66% | -2.75% | -5.05% | -0.74% | 5.15% | -1.64% |
| 2022 | -9.37% | -8.74% | 5.51% | -3.44% | 3.49% | 0.66% | 11.54% | -11.16% | -5.99% | 12.50% | 10.90% | -7.91% | -6.04% |
| 2021 | -3.44% | 5.87% | 0.19% | 2.05% | 2.04% | -0.38% | 0.09% | 7.71% | -2.03% | 4.28% | 4.61% | 13.32% | 38.71% |
Benchmark Metrics
Nelnet, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 6.21%, beta of 1.09, and R2 of 0.27 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since December 12, 2003.
- This stock captured 107.23% of S&P 500 Index gains and 104.46% of its losses - amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
- R2 of 0.27 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 6.21%
- Beta
- 1.09
- R²
- 0.27
- Upside Capture
- 107.23%
- Downside Capture
- 104.46%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
NNI ranks 61 for risk / return — better than 61% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Nelnet, Inc. (NNI) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| NNI | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -1.39 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -1.81 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.14 | 1.37 | -0.23 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.02 | 2.78 | -1.77 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 2.74 | 12.44 | -9.70 |
Dividends
Dividend History
Nelnet, Inc. provided a 0.99% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $1.29 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 12 consecutive years.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $1.29 | $1.19 | $1.12 | $1.06 | $0.98 | $0.90 | $0.82 | $0.74 | $0.66 | $0.58 | $0.50 | $0.42 |
Dividend yield | 0.99% | 0.90% | 1.05% | 1.20% | 1.08% | 0.92% | 1.15% | 1.27% | 1.26% | 1.06% | 0.99% | 1.25% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Nelnet, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.00 | $0.33 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.33 | $0.66 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.30 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.33 | $1.19 |
| 2024 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $1.12 |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.26 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.26 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.26 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $1.06 |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.24 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.24 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.24 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.26 | $0.00 | $0.98 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.22 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.22 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.22 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.24 | $0.00 | $0.90 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
Nelnet, Inc. has a dividend yield of 0.99%, which signifies it pays a smaller percentage of its stock price in dividends to its shareholders compared to other companies in the market.
Payout Ratio
Nelnet, Inc. has a payout ratio of 10.71%, which is below the market average. This means Nelnet, Inc. returns a smaller proportion of its earnings to shareholders as dividends, suggesting it retains a higher portion for reinvestment, growth, or debt payment.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Nelnet, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Nelnet, Inc. was 89.95%, occurring on Mar 2, 2009. Recovery took 1063 trading sessions.
The current Nelnet, Inc. drawdown is 9.83%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Financial crisis2007–2009 | -89.95%Mar 2009 | 3y 1mo | 4y 2mo | 7y 4moJan 2006 - May 2013 |
COVID crash2020 | -44.04%Mar 2020 | 6mo 7d | 7mo 22d | 1y 1moSep 2019 - Nov 2020 |
2016 bear market2016 | -40.11%Jan 2016 | 10mo | 10mo | 1y 7moMar 2015 - Nov 2016 |
2004 bear market2004 | -34.06%May 2004 | 1mo 12d | 6mo 27d | 8mo 9dApr 2004 - Dec 2004 |
2017 bear market2017 | -28.53%May 2017 | 5mo 17d | 4mo 27d | 10mo 14dDec 2016 - Oct 2017 |
Drawdown Indicators
| NNI | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -89.95% | -56.78% | -33.17% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -15.27% | -9.10% | -6.17% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -18.52% | -18.90% | +0.38% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -25.06% | -25.43% | +0.37% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -44.04% | -33.92% | -10.12% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -9.83% | -1.80% | -8.03% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -22.20% | -10.71% | -11.49% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 5.67% | 2.03% | +3.64% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Nelnet, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Nelnet, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Credit Services industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for NNI, comparing it with other companies in the Credit Services industry. Currently, NNI has a P/E ratio of 11.3. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for NNI compared to other companies in the Credit Services industry. NNI currently has a PEG ratio of 0.3. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for NNI relative to other companies in the Credit Services industry. Currently, NNI has a P/S ratio of 2.6. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for NNI in comparison with other companies in the Credit Services industry. Currently, NNI has a P/B value of 1.3. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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