Cintas Corporation — Cyborg Score 9/10

Exceptional
Business Services - Facility Management & Workplace Solutions

Strategic Profile

The company achieved an all-time high operating margin with significant contributions from its two largest route-based businesses and retention rates at record levels. Cintas continues to invest in technology and innovation, which is enhancing operational efficiency and customer engagement.

Cyborg Score Rationale

Profitability metrics are strong, with a net margin of 17.54% and an operating margin of 23.4%, indicating effective cost management. The company's high Piotroski F-Score of 8 indicates a very healthy situation. Consistent organic growth and record margins demonstrate operational excellence.

Top Insights

  • Q2 FY26 revenue increased 9.3% to $2.80 billion, with organic growth of 8.6%
  • Record revenue driven by attractive growth across all business segments and an all-time high operating margin
  • Company faces challenges from tariffs and sourcing costs requiring strategic management to mitigate impacts
  • Raised fiscal 2026 financial guidance, expecting revenue growth between 7.8% and 8.5% and EPS growth between 9.3% and 10.9%

Named Competitors

  • Uniforms and Facility Services — Competitor in uniform rental and facility services
  • Facility Services and Security — Global competitor in business services
  • Workplace Solutions — Industrial textiles and uniform competitor

Recent Developments

  • (December 2025) Record Q2 revenue of $2.80 billion and all-time high 23.4% operating margin; raised full-year guidance
  • (September 2025) Q1 FY26 revenue grew 8.7% to $2.72 billion with 10.1% operating income growth
  • (Ongoing) Strategic investments in technology and innovation to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement

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