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Unifirst Corporation (UNF)
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11/13/2025: UNF (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
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Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $165.5
1 Year Target Price $165.5
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -31.14% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.88B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.95 | 1Y Target Price 165.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.95 | 1Y Target Price 165.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.78 | 52 Weeks Range 147.66 - 242.37 | Updated Date 11/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 147.66 - 242.37 | Updated Date 11/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.88% | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.08 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-22 | When Before Market | Estimate 2.11 | Actual 2.28 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.1% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.97% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.34% | Return on Equity (TTM) 6.93% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.95 | Forward PE 22.47 | Enterprise Value 2747661469 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.19 |
Enterprise Value 2747661469 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.19 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.13 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.46 | Shares Outstanding 14565659 | Shares Floating 14378678 |
Shares Outstanding 14565659 | Shares Floating 14378678 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.75 | Percent Institutions 99.97 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Unifirst Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
UniFirst Corporation was founded in 1936 by Aldo Croatti in Boston, Massachusetts, initially as a small family business. It has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions to become a major provider of workplace uniforms and facility services.
Core Business Areas
- Core Laundry Operations: Provides rental, lease, and sale of uniforms and protective clothing, as well as related services, to businesses in various industries.
- Specialty Garments: Offers specialized clothing solutions, including flame-resistant and high-visibility garments, catering to specific industry needs.
- Facility Services: Provides a range of facility service products, including floor mats, restroom supplies, and cleaning solutions.
Leadership and Structure
Ronald D. Croatti served as CEO until his passing in 2017. Steven Sintros is the current CEO. The company has a traditional hierarchical structure with regional and operational divisions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Uniform Rental Programs: UniFirst's core service offering allows businesses to rent uniforms on a recurring basis, including cleaning, maintenance, and repair. Market share data varies regionally but UniFirst is a leading player. Competitors: Cintas (CTAS), Aramark (ARMK).
- Facility Services (Mats, Mops, Towels): Includes rental and direct sale of mats, mops, towels, restroom and cleaning products. Competitors: Cintas (CTAS), Aramark (ARMK), and numerous smaller regional players.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Safety Supplies: UniFirst offers PPE and other safety supplies for sale. Competitors: Grainger (GWW), Fastenal (FAST) and many smaller PPE suppliers.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The uniform rental and facility services industry is mature, with steady demand driven by regulatory compliance (e.g., safety uniforms), branding needs, and outsourcing trends. The industry is moderately cyclical, influenced by overall economic conditions and employment rates.
Positioning
UniFirst is positioned as a major national player with a strong reputation for service quality and reliability. Their size allows them to serve large national accounts, giving them a competitive edge. They differentiate through customer service and technology investments.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for uniform rental and facility services in North America is estimated to be in excess of $20 billion annually. UniFirst, with its current revenue, has significant room to grow its market share.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Extensive service network
- Large customer base
- Long-term customer relationships
- Financial stability
Weaknesses
- Higher labor costs compared to some competitors
- Reliance on a mature market with limited organic growth
- Geographic concentration in some regions
- Potential for technological disruption by smaller firms
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Acquiring smaller regional competitors
- Offering new value-added services, such as data analytics and inventory management
- Leveraging technology to improve efficiency and customer service
Threats
- Increased competition from larger players (e.g., Cintas, Aramark)
- Economic downturns impacting demand
- Rising labor and energy costs
- Changes in regulations affecting uniform requirements
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CTAS
- ARMK
Competitive Landscape
UniFirst faces strong competition from Cintas and Aramark, both of which are larger and more diversified. UniFirst differentiates itself through customer service and specialized solutions.
Major Acquisitions
Arrow Uniform Rental Inc.
- Year: 2011
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 41
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded UniFirst's market presence in the Southern United States.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: UniFirst's growth has been primarily driven by organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Historically, growth has been moderate and steady.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued modest revenue growth, driven by increased market penetration and new service offerings. Profitability is expected to remain stable.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in technology to improve customer service and operational efficiency, as well as expansion into new geographic markets.
Summary
UniFirst is a well-established player in the uniform rental and facility services industry with a solid reputation. While facing strong competition from larger firms, its focus on customer service and strategic acquisitions has allowed it to maintain a stable position. Challenges include managing rising labor costs and adapting to technological changes. Growth opportunities exist through geographic expansion and the development of new value-added services.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- UniFirst Corporation's 10K filings
- Industry reports from IBISWorld
- Analyst estimates from Yahoo Finance and MarketWatch
Disclaimers:
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About Unifirst Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Wilmington, MA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1988-01-05 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Steven S. Sintros CPA | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Business Services | Full time employees 16000 | Website https://www.unifirst.com |
Full time employees 16000 | Website https://www.unifirst.com | ||
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 and sale of non-garment items and services that include industrial wiping products, floor mats, dry and wet mops, and other textile products, as well as the wholesale distribution and pill packaging operations for non-prescription medicines. In addition, the company provides garment service options, including full-service rental and lease programs. Further, it offers restroom and cleaning supplies, such as air fresheners, paper products, gloves, masks, hand soaps, and sanitizers. Additionally, it provides specialized services, including decontamination and cleaning of work clothes and other items that have been exposed to radioactive materials and services special cleanroom protective wear. The company serves automobile service centers and dealers, delivery services, food and general merchandise retailers, manufacturers, maintenance facilities, restaurants and food-related businesses, business service companies, soft and durable goods wholesalers, transportation companies, energy producing operations, and healthcare providers, as well as others that require employee clothing on the job for image, identification, protection, or utility purposes. UniFirst Corporation was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
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