UniFirst Corporation (UNF)

NYSE: UNF · Real-Time Price · USD
197.58
-1.99 (-1.00%)
At close: Dec 26, 2025, 4:00 PM EST
198.09
+0.51 (0.26%)
After-hours: Dec 26, 2025, 7:58 PM EST
-1.00%
Market Cap3.57B
Revenue (ttm)2.43B
Net Income (ttm)148.27M
Shares Out 18.08M
EPS (ttm)7.98
PE Ratio24.76
Forward PE28.22
Dividend$1.40 (0.71%)
Ex-Dividend DateDec 5, 2025
Volume151,242
Open201.26
Previous Close199.57
Day's Range197.50 - 201.26
52-Week Range147.66 - 243.70
Beta0.76
AnalystsSell
Price Target174.75 (-11.55%)
Earnings DateJan 7, 2026

About UNF

UniFirst Corporation provides workplace uniforms and protective work wear clothing in the United States, Europe, and Canada. It operates in three segments: Uniform & Facility Service Solutions; First Aid & Safety Solutions; and Other. The company offers uniforms, including shirts, pants, jackets, coveralls, lab coats, smocks, and aprons; specialized protective wear comprising flame resistant and high visibility garments; and first aid cabinet services and other safety supplies, as well as safety training services. It also engages in the rent an... [Read more]

Founded 1936
Employees 16,000
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol UNF
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, UniFirst's revenue was $2.43 billion, an increase of 0.20% compared to the previous year's $2.43 billion. Earnings were $148.27 million, an increase of 1.92%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 4 analysts, the average rating for UNF stock is "Sell." The 12-month stock price target is $174.75, which is a decrease of -11.55% from the latest price.

Price Target
$174.75
(-11.55% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Sell
Stock Forecasts

News

Why a Uniform Maker's Stock Soared 16% Monday

UniFirst (UNF) shares took off Monday after rival Cintas (CTAS) made another bid for the business uniforms and supplies provider.

5 days ago - Investopedia

Boyar Value Group Urges UniFirst Board to Immediately Initiate Strategic Review Following 60%+ Premium Offer

WILMINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #activistinvestor--The following is a letter from the Boyar Value Group to the Board of Directors of UniFirst Corporation: The Board of Directors UniFirst Corporat...

6 days ago - Business Wire

UniFirst Confirms Receipt of Unsolicited, Non-Binding Proposal from Cintas Corporation

WILMINGTON, Mass., Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UniFirst Corporation (the “Company” or “UniFirst”) (NYSE: UNF) today confirmed it received an unsolicited, non-binding proposal from Cintas Corpora...

6 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

UniFirst Corporation Plans to Announce First Quarter Results on January 7, 2026

WILMINGTON, Mass., Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) will report its Fiscal 2026 first quarter results on January 7, 2026 before the market opens. The Company will als...

6 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Cintas Proposes to Acquire UniFirst for $275.00 Per Share in Cash

CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today announced that it submitted a proposal to the Board of Directors of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) to acquire all outstanding com...

Other symbols: CTAS
6 days ago - Business Wire

Cintas Isn't Taking Years of No for an Answer, Makes a Fresh Bid for UniFirst

After multiple rejections over the years, Cintas is offering a $350 million payment if the deal is rejected to sweeten the pot.

Other symbols: CTAS
6 days ago - WSJ

Engine Capital Comments on UniFirst Common Shareholders' Decisive Mandate for Change at 2026 Annual Meeting

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Engine Capital LP (together with its affiliates, “Engine” or “we”), which owns approximately 3.2% of the outstanding shares of common stock of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UN...

12 days ago - Business Wire

UniFirst Announces Annual Meeting of Shareholders Voting Results for Election of Directors

Steven Sintros and Joseph Nowicki Re-Elected to Company's Board of Directors Steven Sintros and Joseph Nowicki Re-Elected to Company's Board of Directors

13 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Third Avenue Announces Support for Engine Capital Director Nominees to Strengthen the UniFirst Board and Unlock Shareholder Value

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Third Avenue Management LLC (“Third Avenue”), on behalf of its clients, is a long term owner of Class A common shares of UniFirst Corp (“UniFirst”). Funds and accounts manag...

18 days ago - Business Wire

All Three Leading Independent Proxy Advisors Recommend UniFirst Shareholders Vote “FOR” Engine Capital's New Director Candidates at 2026 Annual Meeting

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Engine Capital LP (together with its affiliates, “Engine” or “we”), which owns approximately 3.2% of the outstanding shares of common stock of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UN...

18 days ago - Business Wire

ISS Recommends UniFirst Shareholders Vote “FOR” Engine Capital's New Director Candidates at 2026 Annual Meeting

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Engine Capital LP (together with its affiliates, “Engine” or “we”), which owns approximately 3.2% of the outstanding shares of common stock of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UN...

20 days ago - Business Wire

River Road Asset Management Addresses UniFirst Board Regarding Shareholder Concerns

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- River Road Asset Management LLC (“River Road”), on behalf of its clients, owns approximately 881,000 Class A common shares of UniFirst (UNF), which r...

23 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Boyar Value Group Urges UniFirst Board to Initiate a Strategic Review Following Rejection of Multiple Credible Acquisition Offers

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #activistinvestor--Boyar Value Group calls on UniFirst to run a strategic review after the Board declined multiple acquisition offers, raising fiduciary concerns.

24 days ago - Business Wire

Engine Capital Issues Open Letter to the Independent Directors of UniFirst Corporation

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Engine Capital LP (together with its affiliates, “Engine” or “we”), a top five independent common stock shareholder of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) (“UniFirst” or the “C...

27 days ago - Business Wire

Engine Capital Issues Open Letter to the Trustees Controlling UniFirst Corporation

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Engine Capital LP (together with its affiliates, “Engine” or “we”), a top five independent common shareholder of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) (“UniFirst” or the “Company...

4 weeks ago - Business Wire

UniFirst Remains Compelling In Light Of The Nature Of Its Short-Term Issues

UniFirst remains a 'buy' despite recent share price decline and near-term profitability weakness, trading at a discount to larger peers. UNF's revenue softness is mostly due to one-time factors, while...

6 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

UniFirst Files Preliminary Proxy Statement for Upcoming Annual Meeting of Shareholders

Recommends Shareholders Vote FOR UniFirst's Director Nominees Reiterates Confidence in Strategy and Ability to Deliver Long-Term Growth and Value Creation WILMINGTON, Mass., Nov. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSW...

6 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

UniFirst Declares Increased Cash Dividends

WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF) today declared increased quarterly cash dividends of $0.365 per share (36.5 cents) on the...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

UniFirst Corporation (UNF) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF) Q4 2025 Earnings Call October 22, 2025 9:00 AM EDT Company Participants Steven Sintros - President, CEO & Director Shane O'Connor - CFO & Executive VP Conference Call ...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

UniFirst Announces Financial Results for the Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year of Fiscal 2025

WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) (the “Company,” “UniFirst” or “we”) today reported results for its fourth quarter and full year ended August 30, 2...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

UniFirst Announces Revised Segment Reporting

WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beginning with the fourth quarter and year ended August 30, 2025, UniFirst Corporation (the “Company,” “we,” or “our”) will be changing the structu...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

UniFirst Corporation Plans to Announce Fourth Quarter Results on October 22, 2025

WILMINGTON, Mass., Sept. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) will report its Fiscal 2025 fourth quarter results on October 22, 2025 before the market opens. The Company will ...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

UniFirst First Aid + Safety and Soundtrace Partner to Modernize Workplace Hearing Protection and Reduce Hidden Costs of Hearing Loss

ST. LOUIS and CINCINNATI , Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UniFirst First Aid + Safety, a leader in first aid, and safety services, and Soundtrace, the market leader in digital hearing conservation tech...

3 months ago - PRNewsWire

UniFirst No. 9 Chevrolet Gears Up for Exciting Night Race at Richmond Raceway on August 16

WILMINGTON, Mass. , Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UniFirst Corporation   (NYSE:UNF), a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid ...

4 months ago - PRNewsWire

UniFirst Declares Regular Cash Dividends

WILMINGTON, Mass., July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF) today declared regular quarterly cash dividends of $0.350 per share (35.0 cents) on the C...

5 months ago - GlobeNewsWire