Cintas Corporation (CTAS)vsFirst Advantage Corp (FA)
CTAS
Cintas Corporation
$176.85
-0.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $70.75B
FA
First Advantage Corp
$11.23
+0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cintas Corporation generates 586% more annual revenue ($10.79B vs $1.57B). CTAS leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs -2.2%. CTAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
CTAS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
FA
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.1%
Fair Value
$112.48
Current Price
$176.85
$64.37 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 36.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 82.4%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTAS
The strongest argument for CTAS centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 23.4%.
Bull Case : FA
The strongest argument for FA centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 36.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CTAS
The primary concerns for CTAS are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FA
The primary concerns for FA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTAS profiles as a mature stock while FA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
FA is growing revenue faster at 36.8% — sustainability is the question.
CTAS generates stronger free cash flow (425M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTAS scores higher overall (60/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins. 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.
Cintas Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Cintas Corporation is an American corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, which provides a range of products and services to businesses including uniforms, mats, mops, cleaning and restroom supplies, first aid and safety products, fire extinguishers and testing, and safety courses.
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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