FA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FA - First Advantage Corporation Common Stock
$20.90
-0.33 (-1.55%)
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5d:
-3.15%
30d:
+8.97%
90d:
+38.96%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: FA is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 7.7% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: FA is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 7.7% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. 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
$28.02
Based on 10.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$17.40
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 11.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FA is currently trading at $20.90, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $20.00 to $22.39. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 13.9) compared to its historical average (11.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 7.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FA is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $20.06, while resistance sits at $23.95.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $26.25 (+25.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FA is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $20.06, while resistance sits at $23.95.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $26.25 (+25.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$20.00 -
$22.39
Company Quality Score
42/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 25.6% below Wall St target ($26.25)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 7.7% growth expectation is conservative given 5499% recent growth
- WARNING: Composite score 42/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$20.00 -
$22.39
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$20.06
Resistance Level
$23.95
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.92
Wall Street Target
$26.25
(+25.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
14.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
5498.7%
Profit Margin
1.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+7.7% premium
PE vs Historical
13.9 vs 11.2
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+7.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$22.51
(+8%)
2-Year Target
$24.24
(+16%)
3-Year Target
$26.11
(+25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14â11)
PE COMPRESSION
$21.01
(+1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 17.7%)
$49.17
(+135%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.9, Growth: 17.7%)
$34.10
(+63%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.2, Growth: 17.7%)
$27.44
(+31%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 21.14 | Forward EPS (Implied): $0.99
Bull Case
$25.24
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 22.2
Base Case
$20.90
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 21.1
Bear Case
$15.99
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 19.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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