Cintas Surges 1.28 as Trading Volume Jumps 35.18 to Rank 304th in Market Activity

On August 8, 2025, Cintas (CTAS) traded with a volume of 0.32 billion, a 35.18% increase from the previous day, ranking 304th in market activity. The stock rose 1.28% for the day, reflecting heightened investor interest.

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. reduced its stake in Cintas by 1.8%, selling 48,575 shares, leaving it with a 0.65% ownership valued at $542.5 million. Other institutional investors, including Pinnacle Wealth Management and Kathmere Capital Management, also adjusted their holdings, with slight increases in positions. Institutional ownership remains at 63.46% of the company’s stock.

Insider transactions included the sale of 5,084 shares by Director Ronald W. Tysoe, reducing his ownership by 18.81%, and 17,301 shares by CEO Todd M. Schneider, cutting his stake by 2.70%. These sales, disclosed via SEC filings, highlight mixed signals from internal leadership.

Cintas reported Q2 earnings of $1.09 per share, exceeding expectations by $0.02, with revenue rising 8% year-over-year to $2.67 billion. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, up from $0.39, with a payout ratio of 35.37%. Analysts remain divided, with ratings ranging from “strong-buy” to “sell,” though the average rating remains “Hold” with a $224.54 price target.

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