UNF Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UNF - Unifirst Corp
$261.64
0.64 (0.25%)
▲
5d:
-0.83%
30d:
-1.18%
90d:
-1.72%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 01, 2026
6d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: UNF shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: UNF shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
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 $261.64, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $261.98 to $269.40. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 33.2) compared to its historical average (29.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.8% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UNF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $260.20. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
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 currently testing key support at $260.20. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$261.98 -
$269.40
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
78.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($279.00)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 3.8% growth with 3.4% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$261.98 -
$269.40
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
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.)
33.16
Wall Street Target
$279.00
(+6.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-13.7%
Profit Margin
5.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.8% premium
PE vs Historical
33.2 vs 29.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$271.58
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$281.90
(+8%)
3-Year Target
$292.61
(+12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 33→30)
PE COMPRESSION
$261.18
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 33.2, Growth: 11.3%)
$360.43
(+38%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 11.3%)
$236.72
(-10%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 11.3%)
$201.21
(-23%)
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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: 35.32 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.39
Bull Case
$306.51
(+17%)
Analyst growth 6.8%, PE expands to 38.9
Base Case
$278.64
(+7%)
Market implied 6.8%, PE stable at 35.3
Bear Case
$177.48
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 30.0
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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