ROL

Based on Rollins, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does Rollins, Inc. do?

Rollins provides pest and wildlife control services to residential and commercial customers in the US and internationally. Its services include rodent and insect control, termite protection, and wildlife removal. The company operates through both direct branches and a franchisee network, generating recurring revenue from service contracts.

Does ROL pay dividends?

Yes, Rollins pays a regular dividend. The company's recurring, contract-based revenue model supports consistent cash generation, which management has historically returned to shareholders through dividends. Visit Rollins' investor relations page for the current dividend amount and payment schedule.

When does ROL report earnings?

Rollins reports earnings quarterly, in line with standard US-listed company practice. For exact upcoming reporting dates, check Rollins' investor relations page or a financial data provider.

Is ROL a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates ROL as Good overall. The Quality pillar is a relative strength, supported by recurring revenues and disciplined operations. However, the Valuation pillar is Elevated, which means the stock may carry less margin of safety than peers. The full pillar breakdown is available to UQS Pro members.

Is ROL overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for ROL is rated Elevated, indicating the market is pricing in a premium relative to the company's fundamentals. This does not mean the stock will decline, but it does suggest investors are paying above-average prices for Rollins' earnings and cash flows compared to broader benchmarks.

How does ROL compare to its competitors?

Rollins occupies a distinct niche as a dedicated pest control operator, while sector peers like Frontdoor focus on home warranties and Bright Horizons on childcare services. Rollins' franchise model and geographic scale differentiate it within the consumer services space. The UQS platform provides side-by-side quality scoring for direct comparison.

What is ROL's market cap bracket?

Rollins is classified as a large-cap company, reflecting its scale as one of the leading pest control operators in North America. Large-cap status generally indicates greater liquidity and institutional coverage relative to smaller peers.

Who founded Rollins, Inc.?

Rollins, Inc. was incorporated in 1948. The Rollins family has been closely associated with the company's founding and early development. Full historical context is widely available through Rollins' corporate history and public filings.

Is ROL a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, UQS rates ROL as Good. The recurring nature of pest control contracts and a broad service footprint support business durability. The Elevated Valuation pillar is a consideration for long-term entry points, and the full analysis is available to Pro members.

What is the main competitive advantage of Rollins?

Rollins benefits from the essential, recurring nature of pest control — customers tend to renew contracts consistently regardless of economic conditions. Its national branch network and franchise system create operational scale that is difficult for smaller regional operators to replicate.

What sector does ROL belong to?

Rollins is classified under the Consumer Cyclical sector. While pest control has defensive characteristics due to its recurring demand, the sector classification reflects its positioning within broader consumer services. Explore other [top Consumer Cyclical stocks](/sector/consumer-cyclical) on the UQS platform.

Is ROL a growth stock or value stock?

Based on UQS pillar labels, ROL sits in a middle ground — Growth is rated Neutral, indicating steady rather than high-velocity expansion, while Valuation is Elevated, which is more consistent with a premium-priced quality compounder than a traditional value stock.

Rollins, Inc. shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.

Rollins, Inc. shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.

Rollins, Inc. has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.

Rollins, Inc. appears expensively valued relative to its fundamentals and growth prospects.

Rollins, Inc. possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for ROL.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Rollins, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Rollins, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Rollins, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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