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UniFirstUNF +1.59%80 EV-to-EBITDA is 18.31 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 68% above its 10-year median of 10.92. GuruFocus rates UNF with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $195.96 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 903 Business Services companies, UniFirst ranks worse than 84.72% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, UniFirst's enterprise value is $5,239 Mil.
UniFirst's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was $286 Mil. Therefore, UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 18.31.
The historical rank and industry rank for UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
UNF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.44 Med: 10.92 Max: 18.44
Current: 18.31
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of UniFirst was 18.44. The lowest was 6.44. And the median was 10.92.
UNF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 84.72% of 903
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 7.78
vs UNF: 18.31
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
UniFirst (NYSE:UNF) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
UniFirst's share price for today is $294.34.
UniFirst's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $6.340.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
UniFirst EV-to-EBITDA vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
UniFirst's current Enterprise Value is $5,239 Mil.
UniFirst's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $286 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
UniFirst (UNF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 18.31 as of Jul. 25, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on UniFirst. This is 68% above median its historical median of 10.92. Over the past decade, UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.44 to 18.44. According to the industry distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #765 out of 903 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 84.7%.
Is UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
UniFirst's current EV-to-EBITDA of 18.31 is 68% above median its 10-year median of 10.92. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.44 to a high of 18.44. The Business Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.78. UniFirst's value of 18.31 is 135.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #765 out of 903 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, UniFirst has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does UniFirst's EV-to-EBITDA compare to AZZ and AMTM?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #765 out of 903 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places UniFirst in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.78. UniFirst's value of 18.31 is 135.3% above this benchmark. Historically, UniFirst's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 6.44 to 18.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 10.92 vs. the industry median of 7.78, UniFirst has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Business Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Business Services companies is 7.78, based on 903 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. UniFirst's current EV-to-EBITDA of 18.31 is 135.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on UniFirst. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.78 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. UniFirst's current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.31, which is 68% above median its own 10-year median of 10.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is UniFirst stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, UniFirst (UNF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $195.96, compared to a current price of $294.34 — trading 50.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.31, which is 68% above median its 10-year median of 10.92 and 135.3% above the Business Services industry median of 7.78. UniFirst's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For UniFirst (UNF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 18.31 as of Jul. 25, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is UniFirst (UNF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, UniFirst stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $294.34 is trading 50.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $195.96.
GuruFocus considers UniFirst to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for UNF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 18.31 (68% above median its 10-year median of 10.92)
GF Value™: $195.96 vs. price of $294.34 (50.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 135.3% above the Business Services median (#765 of 903)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UNF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
UniFirst Corp provides uniform and workwear programs, facility management, and safety supplies and services across North America. It designs, manufactures, rents, cleans, and sells uniforms and protective clothing, including flame-resistant and high-visibility garments. It also offers industrial wiping products, floor mats, cleaning supplies, first aid cabinets, and fire protection services such as inspection and maintenance. Serving various industries, the company provides customized uniforms and specialized cleaning for nuclear and cleanroom facilities. It operates through three segments: Uniform & Facility Service Solutions, First Aid & Safety Solutions, and Other, with the majority of revenue from Uniform & Facility Service Solutions.
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