FA
First Advantage Corporation Common Stock
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First Advantage (FA) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$21.55
-0.03 (-0.14%)
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5d:
-4.09%
30d:
+11.95%
90d:
-2.93%
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QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (43%)
Quality Score
47/100
Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
30-Day Fair Range
$18.99 â $22.14
Position: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Forward P/E & Valuation
14.3x
STRETCHED
vs 11.7x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$27.38
+26.9% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$20.83 / $24.69
Trend: Sideways
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: FA is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 6.8% 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
$27.48
Based on 9.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$17.06
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 11.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FA is currently trading at $21.55, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $18.99 to $22.14. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 14.3) compared to its historical average (11.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 6.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FA is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $20.83, while resistance sits at $24.69.
Market Sentiment: FA scores 25/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $27.38 (+26.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FA is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $20.83, while resistance sits at $24.69.
Market Sentiment: FA scores 25/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $27.38 (+26.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$18.99 -
$22.14
Company Quality Score
47/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
42.9%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$18.99 -
$22.14
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support Level
$20.83
Resistance Level
$24.69
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 26.9% below Wall St target ($27.38)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 6.8% growth expectation is conservative given 1092% recent growth
- WARNING: Composite score 47/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.29
Wall Street Target
$27.38
(+26.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
1092.3%
Profit Margin
2.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+6.8% premium
PE vs Historical
14.3 vs 11.7
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+6.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$23.05
(+7%)
2-Year Target
$24.61
(+14%)
3-Year Target
$26.29
(+22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14â12)
PE COMPRESSION
$21.52
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 14.6%)
$45.10
(+109%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.3, Growth: 14.6%)
$32.45
(+50%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.7, Growth: 14.6%)
$26.57
(+23%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 15.15 | Forward EPS (Implied): $1.42
Bull Case
$26.06
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 15.9
Base Case
$21.58
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 15.2
Bear Case
$16.51
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 13.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bearish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Nov 10, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
The latest article from Yahoo Finance warns investors to approach First Advantage (FA) with caution due to underperforming earnings growth and increasing capital intensity. Bearish sentiment on StockTwits suggests some traders may be considering a short position on the stock.
Key Retail Themes:
earnings underperformance
increasing capital intensity
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