Unifirst (UNF) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UNF - Unifirst Corp
$274.68
3.91 (1.44%)
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5d:
-0.15%
30d:
-5.29%
90d:
-0.35%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 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
$264.39
Based on 5.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$164.17
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 $274.68, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $277.59 to $290.83. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 34.3) is in line with its historical norms (31.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $267.39. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: UNF scores 19/100 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 strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $267.39. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: UNF scores 19/100 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$277.59 -
$290.83
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
55.7%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (19/100)
- 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 49/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$277.59 -
$290.83
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$267.40
Resistance Level
$291.17
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
34.34
Wall Street Target
$273.33
(-0.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-48.5%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.2% premium
PE vs Historical
34.3 vs 31.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$283.47
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$292.54
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$301.90
(+10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 34→31)
PE COMPRESSION
$275.20
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 34.3, Growth: 7.5%)
$340.97
(+24%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 7.5%)
$200.29
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 7.5%)
$170.25
(-38%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (43x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (34x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 43.46 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.23
Bull Case
$382.44
(+39%)
Analyst growth 28.4%, PE expands to 47.8
Base Case
$347.67
(+27%)
Market implied 28.4%, PE stable at 43.5
Bear Case
$184.12
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 36.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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