FA

First Advantage Corporation

Industrials · $3.0B market cap

Verdict

We can't put a fair value on FA right now. It lost money in at least 2 of its last 3 years, so one year of cash flow isn't a reliable base to value it on.

Business quality

0 of 5 clear the 10% bar. What are the Big Five?

Earnings per share growth-42.0% a year✗
Equity per share growth4.3% a year✗
Sales growth5.7% a year✗
Free cash flow growth4.9% a year✗
Return on invested capital2.0%✗

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Insider activity

Since Oct 20, 2026: no open-market purchases and 1 other filing (stock awards, tax withholding and similar). Why purchases matter

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Questions about FA

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Since Oct 20, 2026: no open-market purchases and 1 other filing (stock awards, tax withholding and similar).

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About First Advantage Corporation

First Advantage Corporation (FA) is a global technology firm that delivers solutions centered on human capital, specializing in verification, screening, safety protocols, and regulatory adherence. The company provides an extensive array of services both before and after an individual joins an organization. For pre-employment needs, their offerings encompass criminal background checks, drug and health screenings, verification for an extended workforce, FBI channeling, identity confirmation including biometric fraud mitigation tools, validation of educational and professional histories, driver record checks and compliance, healthcare credential verification, and specialized executive screening, alongside other assessment products. Beyond the initial hiring phase, their post-onboarding solutions include continuous monitoring for criminal records, healthcare sanctions, motor vehicle records, social media activity, and global sanctions and licenses. Furthermore, First Advantage extends its expertise to areas such as fleet and vehicle compliance management, assistance with securing hiring tax credits and incentives, screening services for residents and tenants, and investigative research. These diverse services cater to professionals in various departments, including human resources, recruitment, risk management, compliance, vendor relations, and security, across enterprises of all sizes – from global corporations to mid-sized and small businesses. Established in Atlanta, Georgia, in 2003, First Advantage Corporation was previously known as Fastball Intermediate, Inc., adopting its current name in March 2021.

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Fair value and Payback Price are estimates from the company's reported financials, not investment advice. Prices as of Oct 23, 2026. How the Payback Price works