First Advantage Corporation (FA)
| Market Cap | 2.28B -5.0% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 1.57B +83.0% |
| Net Income | -34.82M |
| EPS | -0.20 |
| Shares Out | 174.32M |
| PE Ratio | n/a |
| Forward PE | 10.87 |
| Dividend | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Volume | 53,735 |
| Open | 12.97 |
| Previous Close | 13.05 |
| Day's Range | 12.91 - 13.09 |
| 52-Week Range | 8.82 - 19.01 |
| Beta | 1.17 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 15.67 (+19.8%) |
| 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 an increase of 19.80% from the latest price.
News
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 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 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 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 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.
First Advantage Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025
Q3 2025 saw 3.8% pro forma revenue growth, 29% adjusted EBITDA margin, and 97% retention. Integration of the Sterling acquisition is ahead of schedule, synergy targets were raised, and digital identity products are driving new growth. Guidance for 2025 was narrowed upward.
First Advantage Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results
Delivers Strong Third Quarter Results and Refines Full Year 2025 Guidance Delivers Strong Third Quarter Results and Refines Full Year 2025 Guidance
First Advantage to Release Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Hold Investor Conference Call on November 6, 2025
ATLANTA, Oct. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Advantage Corporation (NASDAQ: FA), a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry, will issue its third quarter 2025 fin...
First Advantage Named to Newsweek's World's Most Trustworthy Companies 2025 List
ATLANTA, Oct. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Advantage Corporation (NASDAQ: FA), a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry, has been included in Newsweek's World...
First Advantage Transcript: Barclays 23rd Annual Global Financial Services Conference
The company sees a flat job market with steady just-in-time hiring and strong international recovery. Growth is driven by new logos, upsell, and digital identity solutions, while AI investments enhance automation and product quality. Capital allocation focuses on integration, synergy capture, and deleveraging.
First Advantage Transcript: Citi’s 2025 Global Technology, Media and Telecommunications Conference
Significant transformation and integration efforts have positioned the company as a leader in HR tech, leveraging proprietary data and technology to drive efficiency, margin, and client value. Digital identity and cross-sell opportunities are fueling growth, while financial discipline and vertical diversification support long-term resilience.
First Advantage Transcript: Barclays 10th Annual Credit Bureau Forum
Management highlighted resilient growth driven by new client wins, upsell/cross-sell, and high retention, supported by advanced technology and proprietary data. The Sterling merger is delivering strong synergies and cultural alignment, while AI and digital identity are expanding the addressable market. International growth is organic, with capital focused on integration and deleveraging.
First Advantage Releases Fourth Annual Sustainability Impact Report
The 2024 Report Highlights Progress in Environmental, Community, and Governance Priorities Amid Transformational Growth
First Advantage Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2025
Q2 2025 results exceeded expectations with revenue up 1.5% and adjusted EBITDA margin at 29.2%. Integration of the Sterling acquisition is ahead of schedule, synergy targets were raised, and guidance for the year was reaffirmed despite a cautious macro outlook.
First Advantage Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results
Second Quarter 2025 Highlights 1 Revenues of $390.6 million Net Income of $0.3 million, a net income margin of 0.1%, includes $7.3 million of expenses related to the acquisition of Sterling Check Corp...
First Advantage to Release Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Hold Investor Conference Call on August 7, 2025
ATLANTA, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Advantage Corporation (NASDAQ: FA), a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry, will issue its second quarter 2025 fi...
First Advantage Transcript: Baird Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference 2025
Leading the global pre-employment screening and digital identity market, the company leverages advanced automation, proprietary data, and AI to drive growth and margin expansion. Integration of Sterling is ahead of schedule, with synergy targets raised and a focus on deepening vertical penetration and financial discipline.
First Advantage Transcript: 45th Annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference
A global HR tech provider has solidified its market leadership through a major acquisition, robust R&D investment, and advanced AI-driven solutions. With a $24B addressable market and ambitious 2028 financial targets, it is leveraging technology, international growth, and digital identity trends to drive expansion.
First Advantage Transcript: Investor Day 2025
The company is leveraging its expanded scale, proprietary data, and AI-driven innovation to lead a $24B market, with digital identity as a key growth driver. Integration of Sterling is ahead of plan, synergy targets have increased, and 2028 guidance calls for $1.8B-$2B revenue and 31%-32% EBITDA margin.
First Advantage to Host Inaugural Investor Day and Introduce Long-Term Financial Targets
ATLANTA, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Advantage Corporation (NASDAQ: FA), a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry, will host its inaugural Investor Day i...
First Advantage Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2025
Q1 2025 results exceeded expectations with strong revenue, margin expansion, and high retention. Integration of the Sterling acquisition is ahead of plan, synergies are being realized, and full-year guidance is reaffirmed despite macro uncertainty.