Cintas Corp (CTAS) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1281 data points (2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16)
Cintas has roots dating back to 1929, when the Farmer family cleaned and resold dirty rags to manufacturing plants in Ohio. The firm has expanded its business organically and through acquisitions,...
Cintas Corp (CTAS) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 41.50 (historical range: 29.14–56.80, median: 39.32), placing it at the 59th percentile — near its historical average, P/S ratio of 7.40 (range: 4.63–9.54, 68th percentile — above its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 32.49 (range: 24.42–44.62, 59th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16), Cintas Corp's P/E ratio has expanded by 25% over the observed period (from an average of 36.4 to 45.3).
Cintas Corp trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 41.50 | 39.32 | 59th | near its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 7.40 | 6.53 | 68th | above its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 32.49 | 31.26 | 59th | near its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 2.38% | 2.44% | 47th | near its historical average |
Cintas Corp (CTAS) Valuation & P/E History
Cintas Corp (CTAS) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Men'S & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments industry currently trading at $213.69 with a market capitalization of $84.8 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for CTAS based on 1281 data points covering 2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 41.50 is above the historical median of 39.32, placing CTAS at the 59th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 7.40 compares to a median of 6.53.
CTAS Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Cintas Corp's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether CTAS is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests CTAS is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Cintas Corp.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is CTAS Overvalued or Undervalued?
Cintas Corp trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 62 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive CTAS is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full CTAS analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.CTAS trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.