UniFirst Corporation (UNF)

NYSE: UNF · Real-Time Price · USD
267.72
-5.70 (-2.08%)
At close: Mar 18, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
267.72
0.00 (0.00%)
After-hours: Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT
Market Cap4.84B +22.4%
Revenue (ttm)2.45B +0.4%
Net Income139.53M -4.6%
EPS7.56 -3.3%
Shares Out 18.07M
PE Ratio35.42
Forward PE36.81
Dividend$1.46 (0.55%)
Ex-Dividend DateMar 6, 2026
Volume520,856
Open272.59
Previous Close273.42
Day's Range267.38 - 272.81
52-Week Range147.66 - 283.77
Beta0.72
AnalystsHold
Price Target214.50 (-19.88%)
Earnings DateApr 1, 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 fiscal year 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 "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $214.5, which is a decrease of -19.88% from the latest price.

Price Target
$214.5
(-19.88% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

SHAREHOLDER NOTICE: Brodsky & Smith Announces an Investigation of UniFirst Corporation (UNF)

Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania--(Newsfile Corp. - March 11, 2026) - Law office of Brodsky & Smith announces that it is investigating potential claims against the Board of Directors of UniFirst Corporation ...

Other symbols: CTAS
7 days ago - Newsfile Corp

Engine Capital Issues Statement Regarding Announced Sale of UniFirst to Cintas

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...

Other symbols: CTAS
7 days ago - Business Wire

UniFirst Stock Jumps. Cintas Is Buying Its Smaller Competitor in Deal Valued at $5.5 Billion.

Cintas agrees to acquire UniFirst for $310 a share, representing an enterprise value of $5.5 billion.

Other symbols: CTAS
7 days ago - Barrons

Cintas to Acquire UniFirst in Deal Worth $310 Per Share

Cintas agreed to acquire workwear supplier UniFirst in a deal worth $310 a share in cash and stock, with an enterprise value of $5.5 billion.

Other symbols: CTAS
7 days ago - WSJ

Cintas to Acquire UniFirst in $5.5 Billion Transaction That Expands Service Capabilities, Enhances Workday Solutions and Advances Industry Innovation

CINCINNATI & WILMINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) (“Cintas” or the “Company”) and UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) (“UniFirst”) today announced that they have entered ...

Other symbols: CTAS
7 days ago - Business Wire

UniFirst takes home the gold at TRSA industry awards

WILMINGTON, Mass., March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- UniFirst Corporation   (NYSE:UNF), a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid ...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

Redaptive Partners With UniFirst to Modernize Energy Infrastructure Across Facilities

Multi-phase program projected to eliminate over 21,000 metric tons of CO₂ emissions DENVER, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Redaptive, the pioneer of infrastructure monetization, today announced the suc...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

UniFirst Declares Regular Cash Dividends

WILMINGTON, Mass., Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF) today declared regular quarterly cash dividends of $0.365 per share (36.5 cents) on the C...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

UniFirst Corporation (UNF) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

UniFirst Corporation (UNF) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

US Stocks Edge Higher; UniFirst Shares Fall After Q1 Results

Shares of UniFirst Corp (NYSE:UNF) fell around 4% on Wednesday after the company posted mixed results for the first quarter.

2 months ago - Benzinga

UniFirst Announces Financial Results for the First Quarter of Fiscal 2026

WILMINGTON, Mass., Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) (“UniFirst” or the “Company”) today reported results for its fiscal 2026 first quarter ended November 29, 2025.

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

UniFirst Gears Up For Q1 Print; Here Are The Recent Forecast Changes From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts

UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) will release earnings results for the first quarter before the opening bell on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025.

2 months ago - Benzinga

How To Earn $500 A Month From UniFirst Stock Ahead Of Q1 Earnings

UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) will release earnings results for the first quarter before the opening bell on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025.

2 months ago - Benzinga

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.

3 months 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...

3 months ago - Business Wire

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...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

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...

3 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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...

3 months 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

3 months 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...

3 months 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...

3 months 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...

3 months 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...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire