First Advantage Corporation (FA)
| Market Cap | 2.72B +12.9% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 1.61B +53.5% |
| Net Income | 8.54M |
| EPS | 0.05 |
| Shares Out | 172.41M |
| PE Ratio | 320.23 |
| Forward PE | 12.45 |
| Dividend | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Volume | 3,545,093 |
| Open | 13.83 |
| Previous Close | 12.80 |
| Day's Range | 13.70 - 16.21 |
| 52-Week Range | 8.82 - 19.01 |
| Beta | 1.15 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 15.67 (-0.57%) |
| 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 4 analysts, the average rating for FA stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $15.67, which is a decrease of -0.57% from the latest price.
News
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 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 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.
First Advantage upgraded to Overweight from Equal Weight at Barclays
Barclays upgraded First Advantage (FA) to Overweight from Equal Weight with a price target of $15, up from $14. The firm sees potential upside in the shares if employment “stays
First Advantage upgraded to Equal Weight from Underweight at Barclays
Barclays analyst Manav Patnaik upgraded First Advantage (FA) to Equal Weight from Underweight with a price target of $15, up from $14. The firm sees potential upside in the shares
First Advantage to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences
ATLANTA, March 02, 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 followin...
First Advantage price target lowered to $15 from $17 at Stifel
Stifel lowered the firm’s price target on First Advantage (FA) to $15 from $17 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
First Advantage price target lowered to $15 from $17 at JPMorgan
JPMorgan lowered the firm’s price target on First Advantage (FA) to $15 from $17 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
First Advantage price target lowered to $14 from $18 at Barclays
Barclays analyst Manav Patnaik lowered the firm’s price target on First Advantage (FA) to $14 from $18 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm says the
First Advantage Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025
Record Q4 and 2025 results exceeded guidance, with strong revenue, margin, and EPS growth. Integration of Sterling drove synergies, while digital identity and AI-powered solutions fueled new wins and high retention. 2026 guidance projects continued growth and margin expansion.
First Advantage announces $100M share repurchase program
First Advantage (FA) announced that its Board of Directors has approved a share repurchase program with authorization to purchase up to $100M of its common stock with no expiration date.
First Advantage reports Q4 adjusted EPS 30c, consensus 26c
Reports Q4 revenue $420M, consensus $392.48M. “In 2025, we delivered exceptional financial results with meaningful success across all pillars of our FA 5.0 growth strategy,” said Scott Staples, CEO. “...
First Advantage sees FY26 adjusted EPS $1.15-$1.25, consensus $1.18
Sees FY26 revenue $1.625B-$1.7B, consensus $1.62B. Sees FY26 adjusted EBITDA $460M-$485M.
First Advantage Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
Delivers Outstanding Fourth Quarter Results and Issues Full Year 2026 Guidance Delivers Outstanding Fourth Quarter Results and Issues Full Year 2026 Guidance
First Advantage to Release Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Hold Investor Conference Call on February 26, 2026
ATLANTA, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Advantage Corporation (NASDAQ: FA), a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry, will issue its fourth quarter and ful...
First Advantage to sponsor LPGA professional Lauren Coughlin
First Advantage (FA) announced a new sponsorship with LPGA professional Lauren Coughlin. Coughlin will serve as the first Brand Ambassador for First Advantage, reinforcing the organization’s dedicatio...
First Advantage Transcript: Global Technology, Internet, Media & Telecommunications Conference 2025
Hiring trends remain stable in core enterprise verticals, with improved base growth and strong Q4 guidance driven by major deals and robust pipeline. Product innovation in digital identity and proprietary data assets fuel differentiation, while AI and integration synergies drive efficiency and margin expansion. International growth and a leading market share support a positive midterm outlook.
First Advantage Transcript: J.P. Morgan 2025 Ultimate Services Investor Conference
Customer retention reached record highs post-acquisition, with strong synergy realization and revenue growth. Major new contracts and a robust pipeline support future expansion, while digital identity emerges as a key differentiator. AI impacts are mostly limited to administrative roles, and the labor market remains stable.