First Advantage Corporation (FA)
| Market Cap | 2.91B -1.5% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 1.61B +53.5% |
| Net Income | 8.54M |
| EPS | 0.05 |
| Shares Out | 171.54M |
| PE Ratio | 345.23 |
| Forward PE | 13.49 |
| Dividend | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Volume | 13,837,199 |
| Open | 16.78 |
| Previous Close | 16.49 |
| Day's Range | 16.48 - 17.25 |
| 52-Week Range | 8.82 - 18.55 |
| Beta | 1.22 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 18.14 (+6.77%) |
| Earnings Date | May 7, 2026 |
About FA
First Advantage Corporation provides employment background screening, digital identity, and verification solutions internationally. It offers pre-onboarding products and solutions, such as criminal background checks, drug/health screening, extended workforce screening, FBI channeling, identity checks and biometric fraud mitigation tools, education/work history verification, driver records and compliance, healthcare credentials, executive screening, and other screening products. The company also provides post-onboarding solutions, including crim... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, First Advantage's revenue was $1.57 billion, an increase of 83.02% compared to the previous year's $860.21 million. Losses were -$34.82 million, -68.42% less than in 2024.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 10 analysts, the average rating for FA stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $18.14, which is an increase of 6.77% from the latest price.
News
First Advantage Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600
NEW YORK, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Advantage Corporation (NASD: FA) will replace Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KW) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on...
First Advantage to replace Kennedy Wilson in S&P 600 at open on 6/16
A consortium led by KW‘s CEO with Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited is acquiring Kennedy-Wilson Holdings in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.
First Advantage Transcript: 2026 Baird Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference
A global workforce solutions provider leverages proprietary data, compliance expertise, and AI-driven platforms to drive stable growth, high customer retention, and margin expansion. International growth and digital identity verification are key opportunities, with over 25% of Q1 implementations featuring digital ID.
First Advantage Slides: FY 2026
First Advantage has posted slides in relation to its FY 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on June 4, 2026.
First Advantage Transcript: 46th Annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference
A global workforce solutions provider leverages proprietary data, compliance expertise, and AI-enabled platforms to drive stable growth and high customer retention. Recent acquisition integration, international expansion, and digital identity verification offerings strengthen its competitive moat and support margin expansion targets.
First Advantage Transcript: 21st Annual Needham Technology, Media, & Consumer Conference
The conference highlighted strong growth and integration following a major acquisition, with customer retention at 97% and double-digit revenue gains driven by upsell, cross-sell, and innovative digital identity products. Regulatory trends and gig sector dynamics are fueling demand, while balance sheet strength and capital allocation remain priorities.
First Advantage price target raised to $18 from $15 at Citi
Citi raised the firm’s price target on First Advantage (FA) to $18 from $15 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.
First Advantage price target raised to $18 from $15 at Stifel
Stifel raised the firm’s price target on First Advantage (FA) to $18 from $15 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
First Advantage price target raised to $18 from $15 at JPMorgan
JPMorgan raised the firm’s price target on First Advantage (FA) to $18 from $15 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
First Advantage to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences
ATLANTA, May 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Advantage Corporation (NASDAQ: FA), a global software and data company, today announced the Company's management team will participate in the following ...
First Advantage price target raised to $20 from $15 at Barclays
Barclays raised the firm’s price target on First Advantage (FA) to $20 from $15 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
First Advantage Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
Q1 2026 delivered 8.6% revenue growth, 27%+ adjusted EBITDA margin, and 53% EPS growth, driven by strong go-to-market execution, high retention, and AI-led product differentiation. Full-year guidance is reaffirmed, with continued capital returns and debt reduction.
First Advantage Earnings release: Q1 2026
First Advantage released its Q1 2026 earnings on May 7, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
First Advantage Slides: Q1 2026
First Advantage has posted slides in relation to its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on May 7, 2026.
First Advantage Quarterly report: Q1 2026
First Advantage has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on May 7, 2026.
First Advantage reports Q1 adjusted EPS 26c, consensus 21c
Reports Q1 revenue $385.2M, consensus $373.21M. “Continuing our positive momentum from 2025, we generated exceptional financial results in the first quarter, with year-over-year revenue growth of 8.6%...
First Advantage backs FY26 adjusted EPS view $1.15-$1.25, consensus $1.20
Backs FY26 revenue $1.625B-$1.7B, consensus $1.66B.
First Advantage Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
Delivers Another Record Quarter and Reaffirms Full Year 2026 Guidance First Quarter 2026 Highlights 1 Revenues of $385.2 million (8.6% growth year-over-year) Net income of $2.2 million (0.6% margin); ...
First Advantage Proxy statement: Proxy filing
First Advantage filed a proxy statement on April 24, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.
First Advantage Proxy statement: Proxy filing
First Advantage filed a proxy statement on April 24, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.
First Advantage Releases 2026 Global Trends Report: Priorities and Outlook from HR Leaders and Job Seekers
Findings highlight the need for expanding screening and identity verification across the employee lifecycle, risk and speed priorities, and the requirement for simplified processes Findings highlight ...
First Advantage Transcript: BofA Securities 2026 Information & Business Services Conference
The company has transformed into a global leader in human capital risk, leveraging proprietary data, AI, and compliance-driven workflows to address rising fraud and evolving enterprise needs. Integration of Sterling boosted retention and growth, while investments target expanding digital identity and risk solutions for large enterprises.
First Advantage Transcript: Wolfe FinTech Forum
The company has transformed into a global leader in human capital risk management, leveraging AI, digital identity, and a diversified customer base to drive strong growth and retention. Margin expansion, synergy realization, and balanced capital allocation underpin a positive outlook for 2026.
First Advantage price target lowered to $15 from $16 at Citi
Citi analyst Peter Christiansen lowered the firm’s price target on First Advantage (FA) to $15 from $16 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.