UNF
Unifirst Corp
SERVICES-PERSONAL SERVICES
Unifirst (UNF) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$240.95
+2.45 (+1.03%)
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5d:
-3.98%
30d:
-6.64%
90d:
-16.31%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (77%)
Quality Score
50/100
Position
OVERSOLD
30-Day Fair Range
$245.34 – $269.09
Position: OVERSOLD
Forward P/E & Valuation
29.8x
FAIR
vs 31.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$281.67
+16.9% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$232.59 / $262.00
Trend: Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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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 $240.95, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $245.34 to $269.09. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 29.8) is in line with its historical norms (31.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $232.59, while resistance sits at $262.00.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 55/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $281.67 (+16.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $232.59, while resistance sits at $262.00.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 55/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $281.67 (+16.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$245.34 -
$269.09
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.1%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$245.34 -
$269.09
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support Level
$232.59
Resistance Level
$262.00
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($281.67)
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
29.80
Wall Street Target
$281.67
(+16.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-14.0%
Profit Margin
4.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
29.8 vs 31.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$236.61
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$232.35
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$228.17
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 30→31)
$240.46
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 29.8, Growth: 8.6%)
$309.00
(+28%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 8.6%)
$205.96
(-15%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 8.6%)
$175.07
(-27%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (40x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (30x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 39.62 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.02
Bull Case
$352.42
(+46%)
Analyst growth 34.3%, PE expands to 43.6
Base Case
$320.38
(+33%)
Market implied 34.3%, PE stable at 39.6
Bear Case
$162.18
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 33.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 29.8 to 31.4
Stabilization Target:
$253.92
(+5.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+5.4%
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Last Tracked
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