
NASDAQIndustrialsSpecialty Business Services
Latest quote
$18.73
+$0.36 · +1.96%
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.
Latest quote
$18.73
+$0.36 · +1.96%
After-hours
$18.73
$0.00 · 0.00%
Oct 8, 7:30 PM ET
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GoAI Score
Buy
Valuation
85
Deep Value
Sentiment
64
Bullish
Risk
42
Elevated Risk
Momentum
69
Gaining
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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.
Day range
Current $18.73
52-week range
Current $18.73
Profitability as a percentage of reported revenue.
Revenue
Operating income
Net income
| Metric (USD) | FY2025 | FY2024 | FY2023 | FY2022 | FY2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 1.57B USD | 860.21M USD | 763.76M USD | 810.02M USD | 712.3M USD |
| Cost of goods sold | 1.1B USD | 448.91M USD | 386.78M USD | 408.93M USD | 352.17M USD |
| Gross profit | 470.5M USD | 411.29M USD | 376.98M USD | 401.1M USD | 360.13M USD |
| Research and development | — | 63.82M USD | 49.26M USD | 51.93M USD | 45.51M USD |
| Selling, general, and administrative | 236.18M USD | 263.94M USD | 116.73M USD | 116.64M USD | 107.98M USD |
| Operating expenses | 329.29M USD | 473.68M USD | 295.47M USD | 306.82M USD | 296.3M USD |
| Interest income | — | — | — | — | 150K USD |
| Interest expense | 168.67M USD | 51.85M USD | 33.04M USD | 9.2M USD | 25.12M USD |
| Depreciation and amortization | 248.58M USD | 145.92M USD | 129.47M USD | 138.25M USD | 142.82M USD |
| Operating income | 141.21M USD | −62.38M USD | 81.52M USD | 94.28M USD | 63.82M USD |
| Net income | −34.82M USD | −110.27M USD | 37.29M USD | 64.6M USD | 16.05M USD |
Company facts updated Oct 9, 2026.
Recent quarterly results
Recent quarterly results
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Average target
$25.00
33.48% upside| Action | Ex-dividend date | Details | Record date | Payment date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dividend | Aug 18, 2023 | $1.50Special | Aug 21, 2023 | Aug 31, 2023 |
Ex-dividend Aug 18, 2023
$1.50
Special
Record Aug 21, 2023 · Payment Aug 31, 2023
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Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap ETFVB41.51M0.02%185.3B USD0.03%$287.63+0.23%
Vanguard Extended Market ETFVXF22.24M0.02%95.4B USD0.05%$233.13-0.15%
Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Value ETFVBR21.44M0.03%68.2B USD0.05%$233.91+0.75%
Dimensional - US Small Cap ETFDFAS17.2M0.05%33.66B USD0.31%$78.10+0.23%
Dimensional - US Targeted Value ETFDFAT17.17M0.06%30B USD0.33%$67.56+0.72%
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