UniFirst Corporation

UniFirst Corporation

UNFยทNYSE

$264.59

+0.42%
IndustrialsSpecialty Business Services

UniFirst Corporation provides workplace uniforms and protective work wear clothing in the United States, Europe, and Canada. The company operates through U.S. and Canadian Rental and Cleaning, Manufacturing, Specialty Garments Rental and Cleaning, and First Aid segments. It designs, manufactures, personalizes, rents, cleans, delivers, and sells a range of uniforms and protective clothing, including shirts, pants, jackets, coveralls, lab coats, smocks, and aprons; and specialized protective wear, such as flame resistant and high visibility garments. The company also rents and sells industrial wiping products, floor mats, facility service products, and dry and wet mops; restroom and cleaning supplies comprising air fresheners, paper products, gloves, masks, sanitizers, and hand soaps; and other textile products. In addition, it provides first aid cabinet services and other safety supplies; decontaminates and cleans work clothes, and other items that is exposed to radioactive materials; and services special cleanroom protective wear and facilities. Further, it offers a range of garment service options, including full-service rental programs in which garments are cleaned and serviced; lease programs in which garments are cleaned and maintained by individual employees; and purchase programs to buy garments and related items directly. The company serves automobile service centers and dealers, delivery services, food and general merchandise retailers, food processors and service operations, light manufacturers, maintenance facilities, restaurants, service companies, soft and durable goods wholesalers, transportation companies, healthcare providers, government agencies, research and development laboratories, high technology companies, and utilities operating nuclear reactors, as well as others who require employee clothing for image, identification, protection, or utility purposes. UniFirst Corporation was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.

At a Glance

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Market Cap$4.84B
EPS8.3300
P/E Ratio31.76
Earnings Date07/01/2026
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UniFirst Corporation Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that UNF stock may decline over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 202.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 198.00 to a high of 206.00.

Lowest Target
198.00
-25.17%
Consensus Target
202.00
-23.66%
Highest Target
206.00
-22.14%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 202.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 198.00 to a high of 206.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

-23.7%

Significant downside risk. Stock trading well above analyst consensus suggests elevated valuation concerns and potential correction.

Analyst Agreement

4.0% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Risk-Reward Profile

0.88x

Unfavorable risk-reward. Downside risk exceeds upside potential. Consider defensive positioning or alternative opportunities.

Analyst Conviction

Low

Bearish or uncertain outlook. Limited upside or poor consensus suggests challenges ahead or fundamental concerns.

Market Sentiment Insight

Consensus overvaluation: Analysts agree the stock is richly valued with limited upside. Consider booking profits or defensive positioning unless you have contrarian conviction in unrecognized catalysts.

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UniFirst Corporation Forward Estimates of Revenue

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Latest Revenue
2.43B
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
2.50B
FY 2026
Estimate Range
2.49B - 2.51B
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+2.7%

Flat growth suggests market maturity or near-term challenges offsetting expansion efforts.

Analyst Coverage2 Analysts

Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.

Estimate Spread1%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookNeutral

Mixed signalsโ€”some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.

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UniFirst Corporation Forward Estimates of Net Income

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Latest Net Income
148.27M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
132.32M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
131.98M - 132.66M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth-10.8%

Significant contraction projectedโ€”major business challenges or industry disruption likely.

Analyst Coverage2 Analysts

Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.

Estimate Spread1%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookNeutral

Mixed signalsโ€”some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.

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UniFirst Corporation Forward Estimates of EPS

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Latest EPS
8.33
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
$7.11
FY 2026
Estimate Range
$7.10 - $7.14
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth-14.6%

Significant contraction projectedโ€”major business challenges or industry disruption likely.

Analyst Coverage3 Analysts

Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.

Estimate Spread1%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookNeutral

Mixed signalsโ€”some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.

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UniFirst Corporation Forward Estimates of EBIT

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Latest EBIT
195.38M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
195.78M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
195.58M - 196.57M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+0.2%

Flat growth suggests market maturity or near-term challenges offsetting expansion efforts.

Analyst Coverage2 Analysts

Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.

Estimate Spread1%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookNeutral

Mixed signalsโ€”some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.

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UniFirst Corporation Forward Estimates of EBITDA

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Latest EBITDA
337.88M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
338.62M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
338.28M - 339.98M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth+0.2%

Flat growth suggests market maturity or near-term challenges offsetting expansion efforts.

Analyst Coverage2 Analysts

Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.

Estimate Spread1%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookNeutral

Mixed signalsโ€”some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.

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UniFirst Corporation Forward Estimates of SG&A Expense

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Latest SG&A Expense
565.10M
FY 2025
Avg Estimate
552.18M
FY 2026
Estimate Range
551.62M - 554.40M
Analyst Spread

Forward Growth Analysis

Projected Growth-2.3%

Declining expectations indicate headwindsโ€”investigate whether temporary or structural issues.

Analyst Coverage2 Analysts

Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.

Estimate Spread1%

Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.

OutlookNeutral

Mixed signalsโ€”some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.

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UniFirst Corporation Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $575K worth of UNF shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

2.6K

574.91K

Net Activity

-575K

-$575K

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

1

156.00

Net Activity

-156

-$156

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
KDM

Katz David Martin

Officer: Executive Vp, Sales/Marketing

1.5K sharesโ€ข2 transactions

$348K

2
RWM

Ross William Masters

Officer: Executive Vice President

1.1K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$227K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $575K net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Insider Participation

High Selling

2 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.