Q4 25 EPS
$1.09
BEAT +1.87%
Est. $1.07
Q4 25 Revenue
$2.67B
MISS 0.07%
Est. $2.67B
vs S&P Since Q4 25
-37.2%
TRAILING MARKET
CTAS -22.4% vs S&P +14.8%
Full Year 2025 Results
FY 25 EPS
$4.40
MISS 0.42%
Est. $4.42
FY 25 Revenue
$10.34B
MISS 0.02%
Est. $10.34B
Market Reaction
Did CTAS Beat Earnings? Q4 2025 Results
Cintas closed out fiscal 2025 on a solid note, posting fourth-quarter earnings per share of $1.09 against a consensus estimate of $1.07, a beat of 1.87%, while revenue of $2.67 billion came in essentially in line with expectations and grew 8.0% year … Read more Cintas closed out fiscal 2025 on a solid note, posting fourth-quarter earnings per share of $1.09 against a consensus estimate of $1.07, a beat of 1.87%, while revenue of $2.67 billion came in essentially in line with expectations and grew 8.0% year over year. The headline revenue figure understated the underlying momentum, as the quarter absorbed one fewer workday compared to the prior year period; on a same-workday basis, revenue growth accelerated to 9.6%, with organic growth of 9.0%. Margin expansion was a defining theme, with gross margin reaching an all-time high of 49.7% in the quarter and 50.0% for the full fiscal year, up from 48.8% in fiscal 2024. Full-year revenue reached $10.34 billion, a 7.7% increase, while net income climbed 15.3% to $1.81 billion. The strong results were accompanied by a 15% dividend increase, extending the company's 42-year streak of consecutive dividend growth. Looking ahead, Cintas guided fiscal 2026 revenue to a range of $11.00 billion to $11.15 billion, with diluted EPS projected between $4.71 and $4.85.
Key Takeaways
- • 9.0% organic revenue growth in Q4 on a same-workday basis
- • All-time high gross margin of 49.7% in Q4 and 50.0% for full year
- • All-time high operating margin of 22.8% for full year
- • Strong growth in First Aid and Safety Services segment at 16.8% YoY in Q4
- • Strategic investments and operational excellence driving margin expansion
- • One fewer workday negatively impacted Q4 reported revenue growth
CTAS YoY Financials
Q4 2025 vs Q4 2024, source: SEC Filings
CTAS Revenue by Segment
With YoY comparisons, source: SEC Filings
“Our fourth quarter and full year results underscore the enduring strength of the Cintas value proposition. We achieved strong organic revenue growth and set all-time highs in gross margin and operating margin, driven by strategic investments in the business and the unwavering dedication of our employee-partners. By staying focused on operational excellence and making thoughtful investments, we continue to position Cintas for long-term success while returning capital to shareholders.”
— Todd M. Schneider, Q4 2025 Earnings Press Release
CTAS Earnings Trends
CTAS vs Market 30 Day Price Reactions
30-day stock return vs benchmark after each earnings
CTAS EPS Trend
Earnings per share: estimate vs actual
CTAS Revenue Trend
Quarterly revenue: estimate vs actual
CTAS Quarterly Results
6 quarters of earnings data
| Quarter | EPS Est. | EPS Act. | Surprise | Revenue | Rev. Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 26 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Q3 26 | — | $1.24 | — | $2.84B | +0.75% |
| Q2 26 BEAT | $1.19 | $1.21 | +1.30% | $2.80B | +1.20% |
| Q1 26 BEAT | $1.20 | $1.20 | +0.31% | $2.72B | +0.70% |
| Q4 25 BEAT FY | $1.07 | $1.09 | +1.87% | $2.67B | -0.07% |
| FY Full Year | $4.42 | $4.40 | -0.42% | $10.34B | -0.02% |
| Q3 25 BEAT | $1.06 | $1.13 | +7.08% | $2.61B | +0.44% |