Why Is Corporate Apparel Company Cintas' Stock Jumping Today?
Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan
Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ:CTAS) reported Q2 FY24 sales of $2.38 billion, surpassing analyst estimates of $2.34 billion, with a 9.3% Y/Y growth and 9% organic growth. Gross margin increased to 48%, and operating income rose 12.3% to $499.7 million. EPS of $3.61 beat estimates of $3.49. The company has $85.6 million in cash and equivalents and declared a quarterly dividend of $137.5 million, up 17.1% Y/Y. Cintas raised its FY24 revenue outlook to $9.48-$9.56 billion and EPS outlook to $14.35-$14.65. CTAS shares jumped 6.17% to $587.82.
December 21, 2023 | 3:26 pm
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Cintas Corporation reported strong Q2 FY24 results with higher sales and earnings than expected, increased dividends, and raised future guidance, leading to a positive stock price movement.
Cintas' strong financial performance and raised guidance indicate a robust business outlook, which typically instills investor confidence and can lead to a short-term increase in stock price. The dividend increase further supports a positive sentiment among shareholders.
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