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Cintas Corporation (CTAS) PE Ratio: 35.79

Is Cintas Corporation’s P/E ratio high or low?

Cintas Corporation's P/E ratio of 35.79 is 15% below its 5-year average of 41.95, near the low end of its 5-year range (30.58–57.19).

As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 16.20% below its 12-month average of 42.71.

PE Ratio (35.79) = Close Price ($169.64) / Diluted TTM EPS ($4.74)

CTAS PE Ratio Chart

CTAS PE Ratio
35.79-30.14% 1Y
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CTAS Average PE Ratio Chart

CTAS Current vs Average PE Ratio Chart

CTAS PE Ratio Metrics

PE RATIO

35.79

PE RATIO AVG TTM

42.71

PE RATIO AVG 3Y

45.28

PE RATIO AVG 5Y

41.95

PE RATIO AVG 10Y

35.47

PE RATIO AVG 15Y

30.26

PE RATIO AVG 20Y

27.09

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-16.20%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-20.95%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-14.68%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+0.90%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+18.26%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+32.11%

CTAS Competitors' PE Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPPE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Cintas Corporation (CTAS)$67.88B35.7942.7145.2841.95
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)vs ›$68.00B55.7344.0334.1028.34
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vs ›$67.50B25.3221.8824.1522.71
PACCAR Inc (PCAR)vs ›$63.41B25.7521.0415.1615.29
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)vs ›$60.57BN/AN/AN/AN/A
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs ›$77.30B24.6824.0823.8724.51
L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (LHX)vs ›$57.84B33.7134.1734.0132.86
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)vs ›$54.62B12.149.168.3439.19
AMETEK, Inc. (AME)vs ›$53.15B35.0332.3930.7530.66
Fastenal Company (FAST)vs ›$52.83B40.3941.6836.9534.78

P/E vs. its own history

At 35.8, P/E is richer than usual, sitting higher than 74% of its 20-year history.

20-year low

8.7

median

23.2

20-year high

57.2

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P/E Comparison

Trailing P/E

35.8

Forward P/E

31.2

Forward P/E Calculation

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Forward P/E is calculated using analyst consensus EPS estimates for the current or next fiscal year.

Calculation:

Current Price

$169.64

÷

Forward EPS (Est.)

$5.44

=

Forward P/E

31.20

Source: FMP Analyst Consensus Estimates. Forward EPS represents the average analyst estimate for the nearest fiscal year.

Cintas Corporation PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Cintas Corporation PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
The P/E ratio for CTAS stock is 35.79.
Is Cintas Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?
Cintas Corporation's P/E ratio of 35.79 is 15% below its 5-year average of 41.95, near the low end of its 5-year range (30.58–57.19).
What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
The TTM average P/E ratio for CTAS stock is 42.71.
What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
The 3Y average P/E ratio for CTAS stock is 45.28.
What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
The 5Y average P/E ratio for CTAS stock is 41.95.
What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
The 10Y average P/E ratio for CTAS stock is 35.47.
What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
The 15Y average P/E ratio for CTAS stock is 30.26.
What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
The 20Y average P/E ratio for CTAS stock is 27.09.

Cintas Corporation PE Ratio History

DATEPE RATIO
2026-06-1735.79
2026-06-1637.28
2026-06-1536.86
2026-06-1237.19
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2026-05-0635.73
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2026-05-0135.78
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2026-04-0237.65
2026-04-0137.16
2026-03-3136.53
2026-03-3036.43
2026-03-2735.79
2026-03-2636.47
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About Cintas Corporation

Cintas Corporation specializes in supplying professional uniforms and a range of essential business services primarily across the United States, Canada, and Latin America. The company's operations are divided into three main divisions: Uniform Rental and Facility Services, First Aid and Safety Services, and an 'All Other' segment. Within its Uniform Rental and Facility Services division, Cintas offers rental and maintenance for various workwear, including flame-resistant apparel, alongside floor mats, mops, and industrial towels. This segment also manages restroom sanitation solutions, providing both cleaning services and supplies, and directly sells new uniforms. Additionally, its First Aid and Safety Services segment delivers comprehensive first aid programs, safety solutions, and fire suppression products and services. Cintas reaches its diverse clientele, ranging from small service and manufacturing businesses to large corporate entities, through an extensive distribution network, dedicated local delivery routes, and direct representatives. Established in 1968, Cintas Corporation maintains its headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Cincinnati, OH
46,500 employees
Industrials / Specialty Business Services
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Business Services
CEO
Todd Schneider