First Advantage Corporation (FA) Research

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.

Market snapshot

Symbol
FA
Price
$16.07
Day change
+1.77%
Market cap
$2.8B
P/E ratio
327.32x
52-week range
8.82-18.55
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Business Services
Next earnings
in 2 months
Analyst price target
$16.50

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Recent insider activity

  • Clark James Lindsey — S-Sale (4921 shares) on 2026-06-08
  • Bell Susan R. — A-Award (12805 shares) on 2026-06-05
  • Price Bridgett R — A-Award (12805 shares) on 2026-06-05
  • Sim Judith — A-Award (12805 shares) on 2026-06-05
  • Clark James Lindsey — A-Award (12805 shares) on 2026-06-05

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