UNF Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UNF - Unifirst Corp
$258.16
1.76 (0.69%)
▲
5d:
+0.68%
30d:
-0.64%
90d:
+9.83%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 01, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: UNF shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 4.5% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: UNF shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 4.5% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$284.73
Based on 7.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$176.80
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: UNF is currently trading at $258.16, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $253.87 to $260.68. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 32.7) compared to its historical average (28.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.5% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $261.53. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $261.53. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$253.87 -
$260.68
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($279.00)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 4.5% growth with 3.4% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$253.87 -
$260.68
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$248.97
Resistance Level
$261.53
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
32.72
Wall Street Target
$279.00
(+8.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-13.7%
Profit Margin
5.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.5% premium
PE vs Historical
32.7 vs 28.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$269.78
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$281.92
(+9%)
3-Year Target
$294.60
(+14%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 33→29)
PE COMPRESSION
$258.40
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 32.7, Growth: 11.3%)
$355.64
(+38%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 11.3%)
$239.54
(-7%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.7, Growth: 11.3%)
$203.61
(-21%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (35x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (33x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 34.74 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.38
Bull Case
$301.51
(+17%)
Analyst growth 6.9%, PE expands to 38.2
Base Case
$274.10
(+6%)
Market implied 6.9%, PE stable at 34.7
Bear Case
$174.35
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 29.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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SELL
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