CTAS Earnings

CTAS reported its FY2026Q2 earnings on 2025-12-18, showcasing a revenue of 3.00B against an estimate of 3.00B, resulting in a 1.2% surprise. The EPS was 1.21, surpassing the expected 1.19 by 1.68% . The stock experienced a 1.34% price change on the earnings day and a 1.76% change over the next five days, reflecting market reactions to the results.

Following CTAS's FY2026Q2 earnings announcement on 2025-12-18, the stock price moved by 1.34% on the day of the release. Over the subsequent five days, it saw a 1.76% change. Historically, CTAS's stock price tends to shift by an average of -0.61% in the 10 days leading up to earnings and +0.23% in the 10 days following, providing insight into potential market.

For 2026/Q3, analysts estimate CTAS’s annual revenue to reach 3.00B, while the EPS is projected at 1.00. These estimates reflect recent revisions, with revenue estimates revised Revenue Revise Upward by 0.45% and EPS estimates Revise Upward by 0.24% over the past three months, indicating analyst expectation in the company’s performance.

The correlation between CTAS's stock price and earnings forecast revisions shows that positive revisions in revenue or EPS often strengthen the stock’s fundamentals. Over the past three months, revenue estimates for FY2026 were Revise Upward by 0.45%, while EPS estimates moved Revise Upward by 0.24% . This trend suggests that price dips could present buying opportunities for investors.

Based on historical trends, CTAS's stock price typically moves by -0.61% in the 10 days before its earnings and +0.23% in the 10 days after. For the upcoming 2026/Q3 earnings, analysts expect an EPS of 1.00 and revenue of 3.00B.

The earnings call summary indicates strong financial performance with optimistic guidance, including a revenue growth forecast of 7% to 8.1% and EPS growth of 7.7% to 10.5%. The company's focus on investments in technology and capacity, along with a balanced capital allocation strategy, supports future growth. The Q&A section reveals a stable competitive environment and effective management of tariffs. Although management was vague on some specifics, the overall sentiment remains positive due to strong growth in key verticals and a focus on long-term shareholder value.