FA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FA - First Advantage Corporation Common Stock
$16.58
0.45 (2.76%)
▲
5d:
-2.44%
30d:
+10.21%
90d:
+47.07%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: FA shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.3% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: FA shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.3% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$23.69
Based on 10.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$14.71
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 10.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FA is currently trading at $16.57, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $15.18 to $16.39. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 11.3) compared to its historical average (10.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.3% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FA is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $14.74, while resistance sits at $17.08.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $18.14 (+12.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FA is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $14.74, while resistance sits at $17.08.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $18.14 (+12.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$15.18 -
$16.39
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
66.2%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($18.14)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 3.3% growth with 8.6% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$15.18 -
$16.39
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.74
Resistance Level
$17.08
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.29
Wall Street Target
$18.14
(+12.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-82.4%
Profit Margin
0.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.3% premium
PE vs Historical
11.3 vs 10.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$16.66
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$17.21
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$17.78
(+10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→10)
PE COMPRESSION
$16.06
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 16.6%)
$49.38
(+206%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.3, Growth: 16.6%)
$25.60
(+59%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.6, Growth: 16.6%)
$21.76
(+35%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 13.39 | Forward EPS (Implied): $1.20
Bull Case
$19.48
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 14.1
Base Case
$16.13
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 13.4
Bear Case
$12.34
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 12.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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