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Unifirst Corporation (UNF)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: UNF (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $181.67
1 Year Target Price $181.67
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -25.94% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.46B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 23.15 | 1Y Target Price 181.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio 23.15 | 1Y Target Price 181.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.87 | 52 Weeks Range 156.05 - 242.84 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 156.05 - 242.84 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.75% | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.05 |
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 2025-06-24 | When Before Market | Estimate 2.04 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.13% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.18% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.67% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.17% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 23.15 | Forward PE 21.79 | Enterprise Value 3328923061 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.41 |
Enterprise Value 3328923061 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.41 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.36 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.04 | Shares Outstanding 15006500 | Shares Floating 14832085 |
Shares Outstanding 15006500 | Shares Floating 14832085 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.74 | Percent Institutions 97.83 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 181.67 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold 4 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Unifirst Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Unifirst Corporation was founded in 1936 in Boston, Massachusetts, initially focusing on providing uniforms to local businesses. Over the decades, it expanded its services and geographic reach through organic growth and acquisitions, becoming a major provider of workplace uniforms and facility services.
Core Business Areas
- Uniform Rental and Related Services: This segment involves renting, cleaning, repairing, and replacing uniforms and protective clothing. It also includes providing floor mats, restroom supplies, and other facility services.
- Specialty Garments: This includes offering flame resistant and other specialized protective wear, including high-visibility garments and uniforms.
Leadership and Structure
The company's leadership team consists of a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and other key executives overseeing various departments. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with regional managers and local branches reporting to corporate headquarters. Steven Sintros is the current CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Work Uniform Rental: Rental programs for a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, automotive, and healthcare. No precise market share is available, but the uniform rental market is competitive with companies like Cintas and Aramark. Competitors: Cintas (CTAS), Aramark (ARMK), G&K Services (acquired by Cintas).
- Facility Services: Includes floor mats, restroom supplies, and other products and services that help businesses maintain a clean and safe work environment. Market share varies regionally. Competitors: Cintas (CTAS), Aramark (ARMK), Steiner America.
- Specialty Garments (Flame Resistant, High-Visibility): Sale and rental of specialty garments designed for specific industries that require protection against hazards. Exact market share information is difficult to obtain, but key players in protective clothing include Bulwark, Lakeland Industries, and National Safety Apparel. Competitors: Bulwark Protective Apparel, Lakeland Industries (LAKE), National Safety Apparel.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The uniform rental and facility services industry is characterized by stable demand driven by regulatory requirements, hygiene standards, and the need for consistent branding. The market is competitive, with a mix of large national players and smaller regional providers.
Positioning
Unifirst Corporation is a major player in the uniform rental and facility services industry, known for its focus on quality, customer service, and a broad range of offerings. It differentiates itself through personalized service and customized programs. The TAM consists of the entire uniform rental, cleaning, and related facility services market across various industries in North America.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for uniform rental and facility services in North America is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars annually. UniFirst is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market with its established infrastructure and diverse service offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established brand reputation
- Extensive service network
- Strong customer relationships
- Diverse product and service offerings
- Financial Stability
Weaknesses
- Higher operating costs compared to some competitors
- Customer concentration in some industries
- Reliance on labor-intensive processes
- Capital expenditures
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of innovative service offerings
- Acquisition of smaller competitors
- Growth in the healthcare and food processing industries
- Technological advances
Threats
- Intense competition
- Economic downturns affecting business spending
- Rising labor costs
- Changes in regulations and compliance standards
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CTAS
- ARMK
- GKN.SW (G&K Services was acquired by Cintas)
Competitive Landscape
Unifirst Corporation competes with larger players like Cintas and Aramark, as well as smaller regional providers. Its strengths lie in its strong customer relationships and personalized service, while its weaknesses include higher operating costs.
Major Acquisitions
Arrow Uniform
- Year: 1999
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 120
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded UniFirst's market presence in the Midwest and strengthened its position in the uniform rental market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Unifirst Corporation has experienced steady growth over the past decade, driven by organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Unifirst Corporation, driven by increasing demand for uniform rental and facility services.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investing in technology to improve efficiency, expanding into new geographic markets, and developing new service offerings tailored to specific industries.
Summary
Unifirst Corporation is a well-established player in the uniform rental and facility services industry with a solid reputation and strong customer base. While facing stiff competition, its focus on customer service and diverse offerings contribute to its stability. However, the company needs to manage operating costs and capitalize on technological advancements to maintain its competitive edge. Future growth relies on expanding into new markets and industries while navigating economic uncertainties.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- UniFirst Corporation Investor Relations
- Company Filings (10K Reports)
- Industry Reports
- Market Analysis Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates. It is not financial advice, and investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor. Market conditions can change rapidly, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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. The company operates through United States and Canadian Rental and Cleaning; Manufacturing; Specialty Garments Rental and Cleaning; and First Aid segments. It designs, manufactures, personalizes, rents, cleans, delivers, and sells various 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 management and 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 garment service options, including full-service rental programs, lease programs, and purchase programs; and safety training to a various manufacturers, retailers and service companies. 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 providers, soft and durable goods wholesalers, transportation and warehousing companies, healthcare providers, energy production, and transmission operations, government agencies, research and development laboratories, high technology companies, cleanroom operators, and utilities operating nuclear reactors, as well as other employee clothing for image, identification, protection, or utility purposes. The company was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
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