Unifirst (UNF) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UNF - Unifirst Corp
$278.99
4.99 (1.82%)
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5d:
+5.35%
30d:
+8.3%
90d:
-5.22%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 21, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: UNF shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: UNF shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$274.24
Based on 6.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$170.28
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 $278.99, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $254.12 to $267.54. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 34.5) is in line with its historical norms (31.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $282.13. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: UNF scores 30/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $282.13. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: UNF scores 30/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$254.12 -
$267.54
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
27.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (30/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($273.33)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 3.2% growth with 3.9% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$254.12 -
$267.54
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$253.65
Resistance Level
$282.13
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
34.50
Wall Street Target
$273.33
(-2.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-48.8%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.2% premium
PE vs Historical
34.5 vs 31.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$287.92
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$297.13
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$306.64
(+10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 35→31)
PE COMPRESSION
$279.09
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 34.5, Growth: 8.6%)
$357.79
(+28%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 8.6%)
$205.96
(-26%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 8.6%)
$175.07
(-37%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (46x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (35x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 45.52 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.02
Bull Case
$404.87
(+45%)
Analyst growth 34.3%, PE expands to 50.1
Base Case
$368.07
(+32%)
Market implied 34.3%, PE stable at 45.5
Bear Case
$186.32
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 38.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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