Cintas Corporation (CTAS)

Sector: Industrials|Industry: Specialty Business Services|Market Cap: $82.43B|Employees: 46.5K


Cintas Corporation is a leading provider of corporate identity uniforms and related business services in North America, serving over one million businesses. The company's core business model revolves around rental and sales programs for uniforms, entrance mats, restroom cleaning services, and first aid and safety services. Cintas differentiates itself through its extensive distribution network, strong customer relationships, and a broad range of products and services, primarily operating in the United States, Canada, and Latin America.

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Financial Performance

Total revenue increased by 7.8% to $2,561.8 million for the three months ended November 30, 2024, compared to $2,377.2 million for the same period in 2023. This growth was fueled by both the Uniform Rental and Facility Services segment (7.6% increase) and the First Aid and Safety Services segment (12.4% increase).

Operating income margin improved to 23.1% for the three months ended November 30, 2024, compared to 21.0% for the same period in 2023. This expansion was driven by operating leverage from revenue growth, sourcing and productivity initiatives, and efficiency gains in energy and in-service inventory usage.

Diluted earnings per share were $1.09 for the three months ended November 30, 2024, an increase of 21.1% compared to $0.90 for the same period in 2023. This increase was primarily driven by the increase in net income.

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