UniFirst Corporation
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $5.12B
- P/E (TTM)
- 44.25
- Forward P/E
- 50.00
- Dividend yield
- 0.52%
- 52-week range
- $147.66$306.67
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 296.95K
UniFirst (UNF) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $275.50 - $284.83 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $306.67 |
| 52-Week Low | $147.66 |
| Open | $276.89 |
| Volume (last close) | 343.42K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 296.95K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 2.49B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 115.79M |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 88.25M |
| EPS (TTM) | $6.35 |
| Profit Margin | 4.65% |
| Operating Margin | 5.77% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 5.27% |
| Debt to Equity | 0.04 |
| Annual Dividend | $1.46 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.52% |
| Payout Ratio | 23.01% |
| Last Dividend Ex-Date | Sep 4, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 5.12B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 18.22M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 44.25 |
| Forward P/E | 50.00 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 2.06 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 2.33 |
| EV/EBITDA | 17.49 |
| 50-Day MA | $270.40 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $257.93 |
| 1-Year Change | +78.95% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
UniFirst at a Glance
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, UniFirst (UNF) has a market capitalization of $5.12B. The stock trades at 44.3× trailing earnings, 50.0× forward earnings and 2.1× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $115.79M on revenue of $2.49B (a 4.7% profit margin) and generated $88.25M of free cash flow. Revenue grew 3.0% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $163.22M in cash and securities against $85.05M of debt, a net cash position of $78.18M.
UniFirst pays a quarterly dividend totaling $1.46 per share a year, a 0.52% yield at the Oct 23, 2026 close, with a 23% payout ratio and 6 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is up 79.0% over the past year. At $281.29 (the Oct 23, 2026 close) it sits within its 52-week range of $147.66 to $306.67, above its 200-day moving average of $257.93.
Frequently Asked Questions About UniFirst
What is the current stock price for UNF?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, UNF stock trades at $281.29. The 52-week range is $147.66–$306.67, with a day range of $275.50–$284.83.
What is the P/E ratio for UNF?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, UniFirst's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 44.3, meaning investors pay $44.3 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 50.0, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. UniFirst operates in the Industrials sector.
Does UNF pay dividends?
Yes, UniFirst pays a 0.52% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 23, 2026 close ($1.46 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 23.0%. The most recent ex-dividend date was September 4, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for UNF?
Analyst ratings and recommendations for UNF are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.
What is the market cap of UNF?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, UniFirst's market capitalization is $5.12B, classifying it as a mid-cap company. UniFirst operates in the Industrials sector within the Specialty Business Services industry.