Graham Holdings Company reports news about a diversified holding company with businesses in education, television broadcasting, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive dealerships and other operations. Recurring updates include consolidated and division operating results, regular dividend declarations, annual-meeting materials and portfolio actions involving Kaplan businesses.
Kaplan-related announcements cover education programs and partnerships across areas such as financial planning certificates, professional licensure exam preparation and other academic or career-focused services. Company updates also describe how segment performance changes across education, broadcasting, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive and other businesses affect reported revenue, operating income and cash-flow measures.
Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group concluded the Global E-commerce Challenge (GEC) 2024 global finals in Hangzhou on Sept 4, 2024, showcasing AI-driven solutions from university students and recent graduates.
More than 1,000 applicants across 500+ teams entered; 11 finalist teams (39 participants) presented AI proposals judged on innovation, integration, technical execution, consumer experience and presentation. Winning teams received travel vouchers (US$10,000; US$5,000; US$3,000) and finalists were offered internship opportunities.
Kaplan (GHC) will host a free webinar on January 27, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET with Dr. Somi Javaid, OB/GYN and founder of HerMD, titled “Menopause Matters: The Case for Better Menopause Care to Improve Women’s Midlife Health.”
The session highlights gaps in provider education: 93% of medical residents support a standardized menopause curriculum but only 31% of OB/GYN programs offer dedicated training. The release cites up to 20% bone loss during the transition, productivity losses of $1.8 billion annually (rising to $26.6 billion including medical costs), and <4% hormone therapy use among women 50–59 in 2023. An in‑kind sponsor and an Ipsos poll noting nearly half of medical students used Kaplan products are also mentioned.
Residential Home Health and Hospice (GHC) announced it was named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania by Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley Business in partnership with Best Companies Group on Dec. 8, 2025. This is the fourth consecutive year the organization earned the recognition in the Pennsylvania market. Winners were judged 25% on workplace policies and 75% on confidential employee surveys measuring experience and culture. Leadership said the award reflects a focus on employee engagement and positive workplace culture. Careers information is available through Graham Healthcare Group careers.
Kaplan (GHC) was named one of America’s Top Online Learning Providers 2026 and awarded a 5-star rating by Newsweek and Statista.
The ranking is based on an independent survey of more than 10,000 participants measuring satisfaction, recommendation, accessibility, support, cost, reputation, expected success, and practical relevance. Kaplan Real Estate Education received special recognition for its online licensing programs and offers daily Live Online Learning Hub sessions and a Buyer Agency Professional designation. Kaplan also published its inaugural Real Estate Survey of Trends earlier in 2025.
Manhattan Prep and Kaplan surveyed 86 full-time U.S. business school admissions officers in July–August 2025 and found 84% expect the 2025–2026 application cycle to be at least as competitive as 2024–2025.
Of that group, 5% said it will be much more competitive, 28% somewhat more competitive, and 51% about the same. The survey also found 75% of test-optional schools say a competitive GMAT, GRE, or EA score helps an application. Top programs continue to require scores.
Kaplan (GHC) was named a winner of the 2025 BIG Awards for Business in the Education category on December 2, 2025. The award recognizes Kaplan's All Access License, a program launched in 2022 that provides colleges and universities with campuswide access to Kaplan test prep at zero out-of-pocket cost for students.
Since launch, tens of thousands of students have saved more than $50 million. Institutional partners include Cleveland State, Xavier University of Louisiana, Howard University, and Spelman College. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission contracted Kaplan to provide universal test prep to all students at Illinois' 12 public universities, with five community colleges included in a pilot.
Kaplan (GHC) survey of 56 accredited medical schools (July–Oct 2025) found 89% of admissions officers expect another highly competitive cycle: 16% much more competitive, 25% somewhat more competitive, 48% about the same.
Record enrollment and new/expanded medical schools coexist with low acceptance rates (many schools <5%). The MCAT plays a dominant role: 50% called a low MCAT score the biggest application dealbreaker; 100% said MCAT score is important (46% very important, 54% somewhat important). Admissions officers emphasized rigorous coursework, compelling personal narratives, and early support networks for applicants.
Xperi (NYSE: XPER) announced that CEO Jon Kirchner and CFO Robert Andersen will participate in two investor conferences in August 2025: the BWS Financial Growth and Value Summer Investor Series in New York on August 20, 2025, and the 2025 Midwest IDEAS Conference in Chicago on August 27, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. CT / 11:00 a.m. ET. A live and archived webcast of the Midwest IDEAS presentation will be available via the Events & Presentations section of Xperi's Investor Relations website.
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Kaplan (NASDAQ:GHC) announced it earned the 2026 Military Friendly Employer and 2026 Military Spouse Friendly Employer designations, recognizing its commitment to recruiting, retaining, and advancing veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. Kaplan previously received the Military Friendly Employer designation in 2025.
The awards were based on public data and a proprietary survey of over 1,200 companies, plus advisory‑council review; Kaplan will appear in the 2026 Military Friendly Employers Guide and on MilitaryFriendly.com.