First Advantage Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

FA Stock  USD 18.75  0.11  0.59%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on First Advantage is Buy, with 2 strong buy opinions. The current projected First Advantage target price consensus is 21.83 with 9 analyst opinions. Check out Macroaxis Advice on First Advantage to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
The most common way First Advantage Corp analysts use to provide recommendation to the public is financial statements analysis. Many experts also interview First Advantage executives and customers to further validate their buy or sell advice. Note, the total number of analysts currently providing their opinion is not significant to determine adequate consensus on First Advantage. We strongly encourage you to use your own analysis of First Advantage Corp to validate this buy or sell advice. First Advantage buy-or-sell recommendation module provides average expert sentiment on the projected First Advantage Corp target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on projected price volatility of 1.9306.
Lowest Forecast
19.87
Highest Forecast
24.23
Target Price
21.83
At present, First Advantage's Pretax Profit Margin is projected to slightly decrease based on the last few years of reporting. The current year's Gross Profit Margin is expected to grow to 0.63, whereas Gross Profit is forecasted to decline to about 300.2 M. At present, First Advantage's Non Current Liabilities Total is projected to increase significantly based on the last few years of reporting. The current year's Other Stockholder Equity is expected to grow to about 1.2 B, whereas Total Assets are forecasted to decline to about 987.9 M.
  
It's important to approach First Advantage's target price projections with caution. While they can be useful as part of a broader investment strategy, they are inherently speculative and subject to various kinds of risk, including market volatility and unforeseen external factors. Always consider multiple aspects and do your own research when making investment decisions.

First Advantage Target Price Consensus

First target price is determined by taking all analyst projections and averaging them out. There is no one specific way to measure analysts' performance other than comparing it to past results via a very sophisticated attribution analysis. First Advantage's target price projections below should be used in combination with other traditional price prediction techniques such as stock price forecasting, investor sentiment analysis, technical analysis, earnings estimate, and various momentum models.
   9  Buy
Most First analysts issue ratings four times a year, at intervals of three months. Ratings are usually accompanied by a target price to help potential investors understand First stock's fair price compared to its market value. Analysts arrive at stock ratings after researching the public financial statements of First Advantage Corp, talking to its executives and customers, or listening to those companies' conference calls.
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First Advantage Target Price Projection

First Advantage's current and average target prices are 18.75 and 21.83, respectively. The current price of First Advantage is the price at which First Advantage Corp is currently trading. On the other hand, First Advantage's target price is what analysts think the stock is worth or could sell for in the future. The more significant the discrepancy between the two prices, the more it stimulates investors to act.

Current Price

First Advantage Market Quote on 30th of January 2025

Low Price18.59Odds
High Price18.91Odds

18.75

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On First Advantage Target Price

Low Estimate19.87Odds
High Estimate24.23Odds

21.8333

Historical Lowest Forecast  19.87 Target Price  21.83 Highest Forecast  24.23
Note that most analysts generally publish their price targets in research reports on specific companies, along with recommendations for the company's stock.Although price targets are often quoted in the financial news media, there could be a delay between the publication of the latest analyst outlook on First Advantage Corp and the information provided on this page.

First Advantage Analyst Ratings

First Advantage's analyst stock recommendations are determined by taking an average estimate of all analysts we track and classifying them as Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Strong Sell, or Sell. Ratings generally communicate what analysts sense about First Advantage stock, and they use a lot of effort and time to analyze it and arrive at a rating. That suggests that analyst recommendations are the outcome of an objective and thorough examination of First Advantage's financials, market performance, and future outlook by experienced professionals. First Advantage's historical ratings below, therefore, can serve as a valuable tool for investors.

Analyst Consensus Breakdown

Average Consensus Estimates

Analysts determine stock price targets through various methods, including financial modeling, peer comparison, and company analysis. The stock price target is the analyst's best estimate of the future price of a stock and is used by investors to make investment decisions. However, it is important to note that stock price targets are not guaranteed, and the actual price of a stock can differ significantly from the target due to various factors such as market conditions, economic events, and company developments.

Steps to utilize First Advantage price targets

First Advantage's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using First Advantage's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at First Advantage's target prices provided by various analysts and compare them. This can help you gain a more balanced view of the Stock's potential.
  • Look at the analyst's track record to determine if they have a history of accurately predicting stock prices.
  • Look at the Company's financials, including revenue, earnings, and debt, to determine if it is in good financial health.
  • Consider market conditions. For example, take into account the state of the economy, competition, and regulatory environment, to determine if First Advantage's stock is likely to perform well.
  • Diversify your portfolio and do not rely solely on stock target prices to make investment decisions. Invest in a mix of stocks, bonds, and other assets to manage risk.
Remember that stock target prices are just estimates and are subject to change. Therefore, using them as one factor in a larger investment strategy is essential rather than relying solely on them to make decisions.

Additional First Advantage Value Projection Modules

Most investment researchers agree that the mispricing and readjustment of any Stock value happens often and is sometimes even predictable, but there is no strong theory explaining why it happens. The current price of First Advantage is a key component of First Advantage valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a First Advantage.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
16.8418.7920.74
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
16.8218.7720.72
Details
Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
17.2619.2121.15
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
0.200.220.23
Details
Please note, it is not enough to conduct a financial or market analysis of a single entity such as First Advantage. Your research has to be compared to or analyzed against First Advantage's peers to derive any actionable benefits. When done correctly, First Advantage's competitive analysis will give you plenty of quantitative and qualitative data to validate your investment decisions or develop an entirely new strategy toward taking a position in First Advantage Corp.

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Check out Macroaxis Advice on First Advantage to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
You can also try the Fundamental Analysis module to view fundamental data based on most recent published financial statements.
Please note, the presentation of First Advantage's financial position, as portrayed in its financial statements, is often influenced by management's estimates, judgments, and sometimes even manipulations. In the best case, First Advantage's management is honest, while the outside auditors are strict and uncompromising. Please utilize our Beneish M Score to check the likelihood of First Advantage's management manipulating its earnings.