Cintas (CTAS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CTAS - Cintas Corp
$201.50
3.06 (1.54%)
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5d:
+0.22%
30d:
-0.99%
90d:
+10.79%
WAIT
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 23, 2026
9d
Smart Money Distribution
Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →
Signal fired Sep 8, 2026 at $199.99 · last confirmed Sep 9, 2026
Strength: 4.2/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CTAS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.0% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CTAS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.0% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
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.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CTAS is currently trading at $201.50, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $199.80 to $204.50. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 37.1) is in line with its historical norms (35.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.0% 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 currently testing key support at $197.29. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CTAS scores 34/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CTAS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $197.29. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CTAS scores 34/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$199.80 -
$204.50
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
46.2%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (34/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($216.31)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$199.80 -
$204.50
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$197.29
Resistance Level
$205.81
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
37.14
Wall Street Target
$216.31
(+7.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
15.6%
Profit Margin
17.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.0% premium
PE vs Historical
37.1 vs 35.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$205.53
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$209.64
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$213.83
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 37â35)
PE COMPRESSION
$201.49
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 37.1, Growth: 11.0%)
$275.36
(+37%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 11.0%)
$149.52
(-26%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 11.0%)
$127.09
(-37%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (41x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (37x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 40.50 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.90
Bull Case
$241.66
(+20%)
Analyst growth 10.7%, PE expands to 44.6
Base Case
$219.69
(+9%)
Market implied 10.7%, PE stable at 40.5
Bear Case
$134.94
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 34.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: September 13, 2026 1:29 AM ET
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Sells
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