CTAS
Cintas Corp
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Cintas (CTAS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$226.24
-1.28 (-0.56%)
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5d:
+1.74%
30d:
+6.19%
90d:
+14.37%
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Earnings: Dec 17, 2026
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Updated Nov 13, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (37%)
Quality Score
37/100
Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
30-Day Fair Range
$205.95 â $226.31
Position: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Forward P/E & Valuation
41.7x
STRETCHED
vs 35.7x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$218.44
-3.4% vs target
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$220.15 / $233.46
Trend: Strong Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CTAS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 5.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. 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
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 $226.24, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $205.95 to $226.31. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 41.7) compared to its historical average (35.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.3% 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 $220.15. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CTAS scores 23/100 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 $220.15. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CTAS scores 23/100 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$205.95 -
$226.31
Company Quality Score
37/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
37.1%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$205.95 -
$226.31
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support Level
$220.15
Resistance Level
$233.46
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 13, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (23/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($218.44)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 5.3% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 37/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
41.71
Wall Street Target
$218.44
(-3.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.3%
Profit Margin
17.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.3% premium
PE vs Historical
41.7 vs 35.7
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$238.23
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$250.86
(+11%)
3-Year Target
$264.15
(+17%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 42â36)
PE COMPRESSION
$226.11
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 41.7, Growth: 11.0%)
$309.17
(+37%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 11.0%)
$147.23
(-35%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 11.0%)
$125.14
(-45%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (45x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (42x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 44.88 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.07
Bull Case
$267.78
(+18%)
Analyst growth 7.0%, PE expands to 49.4
Base Case
$243.44
(+8%)
Market implied 7.0%, PE stable at 44.9
Bear Case
$154.71
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 38.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bullish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Nov 12, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Bullish sentiment on $CTAS continues as the stock reaches new all-time highs, according to a StockTwits message. The latest Yahoo Finance article discusses how Cintas (CTAS) reported record margins in Q4 2026, contributing to the stock's impressive 39.7% return from May 13 to November 11, 2026.
Key Retail Themes:
stock price reaching new highs
record margins reported by Cintas
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Last updated: November 14, 2026 11:43 PM ET
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