Rollins, Inc. (NYSE:ROL) Given Average Rating of “Moderate Buy” by Brokerages

Shares of Rollins, Inc. (NYSE:ROL) have been given an average rating of “Moderate Buy” by the seventeen analysts that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Five research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, eleven have issued a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating on the company. The average 1-year price objective among analysts that have issued ratings on the stock in the last year is $65.20.

A number of brokerages recently commented on ROL. The Goldman Sachs Group reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $67.00 price objective on shares of Rollins in a research note on Thursday, April 23rd. Rothschild & Co Redburn set a $66.00 price objective on shares of Rollins and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, April 27th. Bank of America assumed coverage on shares of Rollins in a research note on Tuesday, February 17th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $67.00 price objective on the stock. Morgan Stanley set a $70.00 price target on shares of Rollins in a research note on Friday, February 13th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada set a $67.00 price target on shares of Rollins and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research note on Thursday, February 12th.

Rollins Price Performance

Shares of NYSE ROL opened at $53.42 on Friday. The stock has a market cap of $25.72 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 49.01, a PEG ratio of 3.29 and a beta of 0.79. Rollins has a 52 week low of $51.95 and a 52 week high of $66.14. The company’s 50-day moving average price is $54.63 and its 200 day moving average price is $58.44. The company has a current ratio of 0.65, a quick ratio of 0.59 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.35.

Rollins (NYSE:ROL) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, April 22nd. The business services provider reported $0.24 EPS for the quarter, meeting analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.24. The firm had revenue of $906.42 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $895.17 million. Rollins had a net margin of 13.77% and a return on equity of 38.37%. The firm’s revenue was up 10.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $0.22 EPS. As a group, research analysts forecast that Rollins will post 1.24 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Rollins Announces Dividend

The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, June 10th. Shareholders of record on Monday, May 11th will be paid a dividend of $0.1825 per share. This represents a $0.73 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.4%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, May 11th. Rollins’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 66.97%.

Insider Activity

In other Rollins news, insider Elizabeth B. Chandler sold 14,201 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, February 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $59.36, for a total transaction of $842,971.36. Following the sale, the insider directly owned 55,977 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $3,322,794.72. This trade represents a 20.24% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this link. 5.77% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Rollins

Several hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the company. DV Equities LLC purchased a new position in shares of Rollins during the 4th quarter worth about $25,000. Cornerstone Planning Group LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Rollins by 528.4% during the 4th quarter. Cornerstone Planning Group LLC now owns 421 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $26,000 after acquiring an additional 354 shares during the period. Board of the Pension Protection Fund purchased a new position in shares of Rollins during the 4th quarter worth about $30,000. Root Financial Partners LLC purchased a new position in shares of Rollins during the 3rd quarter worth about $31,000. Finally, Torren Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of Rollins during the 4th quarter worth about $36,000. 51.79% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Key Rollins News

Here are the key news stories impacting Rollins this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Rollins reinforced its long-term value-creation strategy, emphasizing a resilient capital-light model, recurring customer relationships, disciplined M&A, and a medium-term growth algorithm. Rollins Reinforces Long-Term Value Creation Strategy and Medium-Term Growth Algorithm
• Positive Sentiment: Analysts continue to see Rollins as a durable business with long-term earnings potential, supported by steady demand and ongoing margin opportunities. Analyst Reiterates Buy on Rollins
• Positive Sentiment: Rollins’ latest earnings were solid, with revenue beating expectations and EPS meeting estimates, which helps reinforce the company’s stable operating profile. Rollins Inc. At 52-Week Lows Despite Steady Long-Term Contracts
• Neutral Sentiment: Some commentary notes that Rollins has underperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are still moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects. Rollins Stock: Analyst Estimates & Ratings
• Neutral Sentiment: Independent commentary suggests the stock is near 52-week lows, which may attract value investors but also reflects recent weakness. Analyst Initiates Buy on Rollins

About Rollins

Rollins, Inc (NYSE: ROL) is a provider of pest and termite control services operating through a network of subsidiaries and franchises. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a broad range of pest management solutions for both residential and commercial customers, positioning itself as a specialist in protecting property and public health from pests and vectors.

Its service offerings include general pest control, termite inspection and treatment, bed bug remediation, mosquito and vector control, wildlife exclusion, and related specialty services.