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Cintas Corporation (CTAS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/16/2025: CTAS (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 34 days. Profits (6.51%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Outstanding Performance
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Number of Analysts
20 Analysts rated it
Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.
1 Year Target Price $211.11
1 Year Target Price $211.11
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 3 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 56.32% | Avg. Invested days 86 | Today’s Advisory Regular Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 89.99B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 51.83 | 1Y Target Price 211.11 |
Price to earnings Ratio 51.83 | 1Y Target Price 211.11 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 20 | Beta 1.06 | 52 Weeks Range 173.13 - 229.24 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 173.13 - 229.24 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.71% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.3 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 17.53% | Operating Margin (TTM) 23.37% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 15.53% | Return on Equity (TTM) 40.3% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 51.83 | Forward PE 45.66 | Enterprise Value 91584386082 | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.87 |
Enterprise Value 91584386082 | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.87 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 9.03 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 32.66 | Shares Outstanding 403787008 | Shares Floating 343101820 |
Shares Outstanding 403787008 | Shares Floating 343101820 | ||
Percent Insiders 15.08 | Percent Institutions 67.44 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 5 | Target Price 211.11 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 5 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 5 | ||
Hold 8 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell 3 | |
Strong Sell 3 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Cintas Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Cintas Corporation was founded in 1929 as Acme Industrial Laundry in Cincinnati, Ohio. Initially focused on rag supply, it evolved into uniform rental and sales, achieving significant growth through acquisitions and service diversification.
Core Business Areas
- Uniform Rental and Facility Services: Provides uniforms and related services, including cleaning, repair, and replacement. Also includes facility services such as restroom supplies and cleaning solutions.
- First Aid and Safety Services: Offers first aid and safety products, training, and services, including automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and safety equipment.
- Fire Protection Services: Provides fire protection equipment and services to businesses. Includes fire extinguishers, suppression systems, and other equipment.
Leadership and Structure
Cintas is led by CEO Todd Schneider. The company has a hierarchical organizational structure with regional and divisional management teams overseeing operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Market Share: Cintas has the largest share of the Uniform Rental market, estimated to be around 30-35%.
- Uniform Rental Programs: Rental, cleaning, and maintenance of uniforms for various industries. Cintas is a market leader in uniform rental. Competitors include Unifirst, Aramark, and G&K Services which Cintas acquired.
- First Aid and Safety Products: Supply of first aid kits, safety equipment, and related training. Competitors include Grainger, and several smaller regional providers.
- Market Share: Estimated to be around 15-20%
- Fire Protection Services: Inspection, repair, and maintenance of fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, and related services. Competitors include Johnson Controls, and Honeywell
- Market Share: Estimated to be around 5-10%
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The business services industry is stable and growing, driven by outsourcing trends and increased regulatory compliance requirements related to safety and hygiene.
Positioning
Cintas is a market leader known for its comprehensive service offerings, nationwide presence, and strong customer relationships. Its scale and technology investments provide a competitive advantage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Cintas's various services (uniforms, first aid, fire protection) is estimated to be over $70 billion annually. Cintas' is well-positioned to capture more TAM, but they have to compete in several areas, each with their own specific market leaders and competition.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Market leadership position
- Broad service portfolio
- Strong brand reputation
- Extensive distribution network
- Recurring revenue model
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Labor-intensive operations
- Exposure to economic cycles
- Dependence on acquisitions for growth
- Customer concentration risk
Opportunities
- Expanding service offerings
- Geographic expansion
- Increasing regulatory compliance
- Adopting new technologies
- Growth in emerging markets
Threats
- Intense competition
- Fluctuations in raw material costs
- Changes in labor laws
- Economic downturns
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ARAM
- UNI
Competitive Landscape
Cintas has a competitive advantage due to its scale, comprehensive service offerings, and strong brand reputation. Competitors like Aramark and Unifirst offer similar services but lack Cintas's extensive network.
Major Acquisitions
G&K Services
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 2200
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Cintas's geographic reach and customer base in the uniform rental market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Cintas has demonstrated consistent revenue and earnings growth over the past decade, driven by organic growth, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued revenue and earnings growth for Cintas, supported by favorable industry trends and the company's strong market position.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding service offerings in first aid and safety, investing in technology to improve operational efficiency, and pursuing strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Cintas Corporation is a very strong company, dominating the uniform rental market with a broad service portfolio. Its recurring revenue model and strategic acquisitions drive consistent growth. They should be weary of increasing competition and rising material costs but so far the company is positioned as the top supplier in the market.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor presentations
- Analyst reports
- Market research reports
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Cintas Corporation
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Cincinnati, OH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1983-08-19 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Todd M. Schneider | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Business Services | Full time employees 46500 | Website https://www.cintas.com |
Full time employees 46500 | Website https://www.cintas.com | ||
Cintas Corporation engages in the provision of corporate identity uniforms and related business services primarily in the United States, Canada, and Latin America. It operates through Uniform Rental and Facility Services, First Aid and Safety Services, and All Other segments. The company rents and services uniforms and other garments, including flame resistant clothing, mats, mops and shop towels, and other ancillary items; and provides restroom cleaning services and supplies, as well as sells uniforms. In addition, the company offers first aid and safety services, and fire protection products and services. It provides its products and services through its distribution network and local delivery routes, or local representatives to small service and manufacturing companies, as well as major corporations. The company was founded in 1968 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Cintas Corporation was formerly a subsidiary of Cintas Corporation.
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