CTAS Cintas Corporation

$190.35

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Latest Earnings Insight

Cintas Corporation, a leader in providing specialized services to businesses, is poised for its upcoming earnings release on December 18, 2025, with a market cap of approximately $73.5 billion underscoring its significant industry presence. Investors are particularly focused on the company's ability to surpass expectations, as the whisper number suggests an EPS of $1.37, notably higher than the consensus estimate of $1.20. This anticipation reflects market confidence in Cintas's strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and expand its service offerings, which could drive revenue beyond the projected $2.77 billion. With no recent news to sway sentiment, the market's attention will be on whether Cintas can leverage its robust business model to deliver results that align with the optimistic whisper number, potentially setting a positive tone for its future growth trajectory.

Updated On 1/6/2026

About Cintas Corporation

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.

Website: https://www.cintas.com

Sector
MANUFACTURING
Industry
MEN'S & BOYS' FURNISHGS, WORK CLOTHG, & ALLIED GARMENTS
Exchange
NASDAQ
Country
USA
Currency
USD
Fiscal Year End
May
CIK
723254
Address
6800 CINTAS BLVD, P O BOX 625737, CINCINNATI, OH, US
Valuation
Market Cap
$83.08B
P/E Ratio
47.85
PEG Ratio
3.67
Price to Book
18.09
Performance
EPS
$4.30
Dividend Yield
0.76%
Profit Margin
17.50%
ROE
40.30%
Technicals
50D MA
$201.65
200D MA
$201.09
52W High
$227.69
52W Low
$160.92
Fundamentals
Shares Outstanding
404M
Target Price
$209.54
Beta
1.19

CTAS EPS Estimates vs Actual

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CTAS News & Sentiment

Dec 31, 2025 • MarketBeat SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Generate Investment Management Ltd Takes $7.43 Million Position in Cintas Corporation $CTAS
Generate Investment Management Ltd initiated a new position in Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ:CTAS) during Q3, acquiring 36,201 shares valued at approximately $7.43 million. This comes as several other institutional investors, including Norges Bank and Vanguard, have also increased their stakes, bringing total institutional ownership to 63.46%. Cintas recently reported exceeding quarterly EPS and revenue estimates, provided positive FY2026 guidance, authorized a $1.0 billion buyback, and declared a $0.45 quarterly dividend.
Dec 31, 2025 • MarketBeat SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Cwm LLC Sells 8,799 Shares of Cintas Corporation $CTAS
Cwm LLC reduced its stake in Cintas Corporation by 25%, selling 8,799 shares and retaining 26,411 shares valued at $5.421 million. Cintas reported strong quarterly earnings, beating expectations, and announced a $1.0 billion stock buyback and a quarterly dividend of $0.45, reflecting a "Hold" consensus rating from analysts with an average target price of $212.00. The company's financial performance highlights its continued growth and commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
Dec 30, 2025 • AD HOC NEWS BULLISH
Cintas Corp. Stock Just Popped Off: Smart Money Move Or Overhyped Snooze?
Cintas Corp. (CTAS) is presented as a "quiet game-changer" for long-term investors, outperforming typical hype stocks with steady growth and strong profits. While the market considers it a quality name, its premium valuation requires investors to consider its stability and consistent performance. The article suggests Cintas is suitable for those building serious wealth through predictable, dividend-yielding investments rather than volatile, short-term trades.
Dec 30, 2025 • AD HOC NEWS BULLISH
Cintas Corp. Stock Just Popped Off: Smart Money Move Or Overhyped Snooze?
Cintas Corp. is presented as a quietly consistent market performer, offering steady growth and strong profits despite being a "boring" business focused on uniforms and facility services. The article suggests it's a solid, long-term investment for those prioritizing wealth building over quick speculative gains, appealing to investors who value stability and consistent dividends. While its valuation is currently premium, its market dominance and strong profitability make it a respected choice among serious investors.
Dec 30, 2025 • MarketBeat NEUTRAL
Copeland Capital Management LLC Cuts Holdings in Unifirst Corporation $UNF
Copeland Capital Management LLC has reduced its stake in Unifirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF) by 5.3%, selling 17,560 shares and now owning 311,996 shares valued at $52.16 million. This comes as UniFirst beat Q3 earnings estimates with $2.28 EPS and $614.5 million in revenue, leading to a recent dividend increase to $0.365 per share. Analysts generally rate UNF with a "Reduce" consensus, with an average target price of $174.75.
Dec 29, 2025 • Finviz BULLISH
Jim Cramer Discusses UniFirst (UNF) Being Targeted by Another Offer From Cintas
Jim Cramer discussed UniFirst (UNF) being targeted for acquisition by Cintas for the third time with a $5.2 billion offer. This bid follows previous rejections and comes after Engine Capital, a stakeholder, urged UniFirst's board to consider a sale due to the growing gap between UniFirst and Cintas. Cramer expressed excitement about the potential merger of these uniform companies.
Sentiment Snapshot

Average Sentiment Score:

0.315
51 articles with scored sentiment

Overall Sentiment:

Bullish

CTAS Reported Earnings

Sep 24, 2025
Aug 31, 2025 (Pre market)
0.01 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.20
  • Estimate: $1.19
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 0.8%
Jul 17, 2025
May 31, 2025 (Pre market)
0.02 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.09
  • Estimate: $1.07
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 1.9%
Mar 26, 2025
Feb 28, 2025 (Pre market)
0.07 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.13
  • Estimate: $1.06
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 7.1%
Dec 19, 2024
Nov 30, 2024 (Pre market)
0.08 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.09
  • Estimate: $1.01
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 7.9%
Sep 25, 2024
Aug 31, 2024 (Pre market)
0.15 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.10
  • Estimate: $0.95
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 15.8%
Jul 18, 2024
May 31, 2024 (Pre market)
0.2 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $3.99
  • Estimate: $3.79
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 5.3%
Mar 27, 2024
Feb 29, 2024 (Pre market)
0.26 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $3.84
  • Estimate: $3.58
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 7.3%
Dec 21, 2023
Nov 30, 2023 (Pre market)
0.12 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $3.61
  • Estimate: $3.49
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 3.4%
Sep 26, 2023
Aug 31, 2023 (Pre market)
0.03 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $3.70
  • Estimate: $3.67
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 0.8%

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