
FA Earnings Date: Nov 5, 2026 (Estimated) — First Advantage Corporation
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When is FA's next earnings date?
First Advantage Corporation (FA) is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET (before market open); the date is an estimate and has not been confirmed by the company. The consensus estimate is EPS of $0.34 on revenue of $437.6M.
How did FA do in its last earnings report?
In its most recent report on Aug 6, 2026 (Q2 2026), First Advantage Corporation posted EPS of $0.35 versus the $0.29 estimate, a beat of 25.0%. Revenue was $448.8M against a $415.0M estimate. The stock's 1-day post-earnings move was +17.3%.
How much does FA stock move after earnings?
FA beat EPS estimates in 5 of its last 8 reported quarters. Over the last 8 reports the stock moved an average of 11.2% (up or down) in the day after earnings.
About First Advantage Corporation
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.
Earnings History
| Date | Period | EPS Est. | EPS Act. | Surprise | Revenue | Result | 1D Δ | 1W Δ | 1M Δ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Q2 2026 | 0.29 | 0.35 | +25.00% | $448.8M | ✅ Beat | +17.32% | +2.09% | +2.24% |
| 2026-05-07 | Q1 2026 | 0.20 | 0.26 | +30.00% | $385.2M | ✅ Beat | +23.13% | +22.50% | +24.06% |
| 2026-02-26 | Q4 2025 | 0.25 | 0.30 | +20.00% | $420.0M | ✅ Beat | +22.79% | +28.36% | +18.59% |
| 2025-11-06 | Q3 2025 | 0.26 | 0.30 | +15.38% | $409.2M | ✅ Beat | +6.73% | +3.25% | +6.96% |
| 2025-02-27 | Q4 2024 | 0.22 | 0.18 | -18.18% | $307.1M | ❌ Miss | -12.46% | -24.49% | -23.47% |
| 2024-11-12 | Q3 2024 | 0.25 | 0.26 | +4.00% | $199.1M | ✅ Beat | +0.05% | -6.73% | +6.68% |
| 2024-05-09 | Q1 2024 | 0.18 | 0.17 | -5.56% | $169.4M | ❌ Miss | +0.49% | +0.74% | +1.36% |
| 2024-02-29 | Q4 2023 | 0.30 | 0.29 | -3.33% | $202.6M | ❌ Miss | -7.01% | -4.57% | -3.68% |
Showing last 8 quarters.
Revenue by segment & region
By segment
Q2 FY26 · $448.8M total
| Segment | Share | Revenue | YoY | Q2 FY25 | Q3 FY25 | Q4 FY25 | Q1 FY26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Advantage Americas | 48.1% | $216.0M | +32.6% | $162.9M | $182.3M | $209.9M | $172.3M |
| Sterling | 46.7% | $209.5M | +3.0% | $203.4M | $198.6M | $185.9M | $190.5M |
| First Advantage International | 5.2% | $23.3M | -4.6% | $24.4M | $28.2M | $24.2M | $22.4M |
By region
Q2 FY26 · $448.8M total
| Segment | Share | Revenue | YoY | Q3 FY24 | Q1 FY25 | Q2 FY25 | Q3 FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED STATES | 87.6% | $393.1M | +17.4% | — | $303.8M | $334.9M | $349.3M |
| Non-US | 12.4% | $55.7M | -0.1% | — | $50.8M | $55.7M | $59.9M |
Source: company filings via FMP. YoY compares the same fiscal period a year earlier.