What is the fair value of CTAS stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for CTAS to be between $195.73 and $209.03. The current price is $203.79.

What is the analyst price target for CTAS?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for CTAS is $216.31. This implies a potential upside of 6.1% from current levels.

CTAS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CTAS - Cintas Corp

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$203.79

0.27 (0.13%) ▲

5d: +2.14%

30d: +0.27%

90d: +18.24%

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Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Sep 23, 2026 30d

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Signal fired Aug 7, 2026 at $203.05 · last confirmed Aug 17, 2026

Strength: 7.2/10

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Bottom Line:
ℹ️ NEUTRAL: CTAS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.5% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 11.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$194.44

Based on 7.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$120.73

Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CTAS is currently trading at $203.79, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $195.73 to $209.03. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 37.6) is in line with its historical norms (34.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CTAS is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $206.92. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 57/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position FAIR

Historical Trading Range $195.73 - $209.03

Company Quality Score 50/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 68.6%

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All Signals

NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (57/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($216.31)
NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $195.73 - $209.03

Current vs Trading Range FAIR

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $196.50

Resistance Level $206.92

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Aug 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 37.57

Wall Street Target $216.31 (+6.1%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 8.9%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 15.6%

Profit Margin 17.8%

Valuation Premium vs History +2.5% premium

PE vs Historical 37.6 vs 34.8 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): +2.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $208.88 (+3%)

2-Year Target $214.11 (+5%)

3-Year Target $219.46 (+8%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 38→35) PE COMPRESSION $203.29 (0%)

Earnings growth offset by PE compression

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 37.6, Growth: 11.0%) $278.49 (+37%)

Base: (SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 11.0%) $148.78 (-27%)

Bear: (PE: 17.1, Growth: 11.0%) $126.46 (-38%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (41x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (38x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 41.28 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.93

Bull Case $246.34 (+21%)

Analyst growth 10.0%, PE expands to 45.4

Base Case $223.94 (+10%)

Market implied 10.0%, PE stable at 41.3

Bear Case $138.39 (-32%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 35.1

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

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