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Cintas Corporation (CTAS) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Cintas Corporation stock (CTAS) is currently trading at $176.85. Cintas Corporation PE ratio is 38.36. Cintas Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 6.55. Analyst consensus price target for CTAS is $217.06. WallStSmart rates CTAS as Hold.

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CTAS

Cintas Corporation

NASDAQINDUSTRIALS
$176.85
$1.28 (-0.72%)
52W$173.59
$227.70
Target$217.06+22.7%

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CTAS Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Cintas Corporation (CTAS)

Margin of Safety
-78.1%
Significantly Overvalued
CTAS Fair Value
$112.48
Graham Formula
Current Price
$176.85
$64.37 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $112.48
Overvalued
Price $176.85
Graham IV $112.48
Analyst $217.06

CTAS trades 78% above its Graham fair value of $112.48, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Cintas Corporation (CTAS) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around price/book. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Cintas Corporation (CTAS) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 8.6/10
Return on EquityProfitability
43.40%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $43 in profit

Market CapQuality
$70.75B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Operating MarginProfitability
23.40%8/10

Strong operational efficiency: $23 kept per $100 revenue

Profit MarginProfitability
17.60%8/10

Strong profitability: $18 kept per $100 revenue

Institutional Own.Quality
67.92%8/10

67.92% held by institutions, strong professional interest

Cintas Corporation (CTAS) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 4.0/10
Price/BookValuation
16.102/10

Very expensive at 16.1x book value

PEG RatioValuation
2.924/10

Paying a premium for growth, expensive relative to earnings expansion

Price/SalesValuation
6.554/10

Premium valuation at 6.5x annual revenue

Revenue GrowthGrowth
9.30%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 9.30%

EPS GrowthGrowth
11.00%6/10

Solid earnings growth at 11.00%

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
38.36
Expensive
Forward P/E
33.33
Premium
Trailing P/E
38.36
Expensive
Price/Sales (TTM)
6.55
Premium

Cintas Corporation (CTAS) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 60/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 8.6/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 4.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 43.40%, Operating Margin at 23.40%, Profit Margin at 17.60%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (2.92), Price/Sales (6.55), Price/Book (16.10) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 9.30%, EPS Growth at 11.00%, which may limit upside.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Book improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 43.40% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 9.30% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Market Cap) and negatives (Price/Book, PEG Ratio). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

CTAS Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

CTAS's Price-to-Sales ratio of 6.55x sits near its historical average of 6.11x (64th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 48% below its historical high of 12.58x set in May 2018, and 279% above its historical low of 1.73x in Sep 2014. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~7.6x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Cintas Corporation (CTAS) · INDUSTRIALSSPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES

The Big Picture

Cintas Corporation is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 10.8B with 9% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 17.6% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 4340.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 425M in free cash flow and 531M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Cintas Corporation.

Bottom Line

Cintas Corporation is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 17.6% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(9 last 3 months)

Total Buys
7
Total Sells
2

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:23:04 AM

About Cintas Corporation(CTAS)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

INDUSTRIALS

Industry

SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES

Country

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.