Copart Inc (CPRT)vsFirst Advantage Corp (FA)
CPRT
Copart Inc
$30.96
+0.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $28.47B
FA
First Advantage Corp
$15.88
+0.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Copart Inc generates 189% more annual revenue ($4.64B vs $1.61B). CPRT leads profitability with a 33.5% profit margin vs 0.5%. CPRT trades at a lower P/E of 19.1x. CPRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CPRT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
FA
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+77.0%
Fair Value
$172.07
Current Price
$30.96
$141.11 discount
Margin of Safety
+45.9%
Fair Value
$20.27
Current Price
$15.88
$4.39 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.1% revenue growth
2.3% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 82.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPRT
The strongest argument for CPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.5% and operating margin at 37.5%.
Bull Case : FA
The strongest argument for FA centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CPRT
The primary concerns for CPRT are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : FA
The primary concerns for FA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 320.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
FA is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
CPRT generates stronger free cash flow (503M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CPRT scores higher overall (57/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 33.5% margins. FA offers better value entry with a 45.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Copart Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Copart, Inc. or simply Copart is a global provider of online vehicle auction and remarketing services to automotive resellers such as insurance, rental car, fleet and finance companies in 11 countries: the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, Ireland, Brazil, Spain, Dubai, Bahrain, Oman and Finland.
First Advantage Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
First Advantage Corporation provides technology solutions for human capital detection, verification, security and compliance globally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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