
First Advantage
Providing background screening solutions to help organizations make informed hiring decisions.
Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
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- | N/A | - | |
N/A | Acquisition | ||
Total Funding | - |
USD | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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Revenues | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
% growth | - | - | 14 % | (6 %) | 13 % | 78 % | 7 % |
EBITDA | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
% EBITDA margin | 25 % | 29 % | 29 % | 28 % | 10 % | - | - |
Profit | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
% profit margin | 7 % | 2 % | 8 % | 5 % | (13 %) | - | - |
EV | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
EV / revenue | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x |
EV / EBITDA | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x | 00.0x |
R&D budget | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 | 0000 |
R&D % of revenue | 7 % | 6 % | 6 % | 6 % | 7 % | - | - |
Source: Company filings or news article, Equity research estimates
First Advantage is a global provider of background screening, identity verification, and risk management solutions. The company helps businesses conduct pre-employment checks, including criminal background searches, drug testing, identity verification, and employment and education history validation. They also offer ongoing monitoring services, such as motor vehicle records tracking and criminal record updates, to help organizations maintain compliance and reduce risks after hiring.
With operations in over 200 countries, First Advantage serves clients across various industries, including healthcare, finance, transportation, and retail. Their technology-driven platform processes millions of background checks annually, providing employers with fast and reliable insights. In 2024, the company acquired Sterling Check Corp, expanding its market presence.
First Advantage focuses on accuracy, compliance, and security in its screening processes, integrating artificial intelligence and automation to improve efficiency. Their services are designed to help businesses make informed hiring decisions while ensuring a safe and compliant workplace.
Keywords: background screening, identity verification, employment history check, criminal record search, risk management, compliance, workforce monitoring, pre-employment checks, hiring decisions, AI in background checks.
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