UNF Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UNF - Unifirst Corp
$273.56
7.02 (2.63%)
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5d:
+4.25%
30d:
+3.8%
90d:
+7.45%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 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 5.1% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: UNF shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 5.1% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$249.24
Based on 4.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$154.76
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 $273.56, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $261.91 to $269.81. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 34.6) compared to its historical average (29.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.1% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $273.41. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: UNF has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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 $273.41. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: UNF has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$261.91 -
$269.81
Company Quality Score
63/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
60.5%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($271.67)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 5.1% growth with 3.4% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$261.91 -
$269.81
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$260.20
Resistance Level
$273.41
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
34.60
Wall Street Target
$271.67
(-0.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-13.7%
Profit Margin
5.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.1% premium
PE vs Historical
34.6 vs 29.8
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$287.51
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$302.17
(+11%)
3-Year Target
$317.59
(+16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 35→30)
PE COMPRESSION
$273.50
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 34.6, Growth: 5.5%)
$321.67
(+18%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 5.5%)
$202.47
(-26%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 5.5%)
$172.10
(-37%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (42x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (35x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 42.17 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.32
Bull Case
$366.75
(+34%)
Analyst growth 25.1%, PE expands to 46.4
Base Case
$333.41
(+22%)
Market implied 25.1%, PE stable at 42.2
Bear Case
$181.25
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 35.9
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
1464 shares
2026-02-17
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