UniFirstUNF +0.20%84 EV-to-FCF is 51.42 as of Jul. 01, 2026, which is 112% above its 10-year median of 24.28. GuruFocus rates UNF with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $194.42 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 720 Business Services companies, UniFirst ranks worse than 88.06% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, UniFirst's Enterprise Value is $4,705 Mil.
UniFirst's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was $92 Mil. Therefore, UniFirst's EV-to-FCF for today is 51.42.
The historical rank and industry rank for UniFirst's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
UNF'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -361.72 Med: 24.28 Max: 1395.71
Current: 51.42
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of UniFirst was 1395.71. The lowest was -361.72. And the median was 24.28.
UNF's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 88.06% of 720
companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 12.225
vs UNF: 51.42
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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 $264.46.
UniFirst's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $7.380.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
UniFirst EV-to-FCF Related Terms
UniFirst EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for UniFirst's EV-to-FCF 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-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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-FCF vs Business Services Industry
For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, UniFirst's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where UniFirst's EV-to-FCF falls into.
UniFirst's current Enterprise Value is $4,705 Mil.
UniFirst's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $92 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-FCF of 51.42 as of Jul. 01, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on UniFirst and its competitors. This is 112% above median its historical median of 24.28. According to the industry distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #634 out of 720 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 88.1%.
Is UniFirst's EV-to-FCF too high?
UniFirst's current EV-to-FCF of 51.42 is 112% above median its 10-year median of 24.28. The Business Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.23. UniFirst's value of 51.42 is 320.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #634 out of 720 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, UniFirst has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does UniFirst's EV-to-FCF compare to AZZ and AMTM?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #634 out of 720 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places UniFirst in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 12.23. UniFirst's value of 51.42 is 320.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 24.28 vs. the industry median of 12.23, 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-FCF for a Business Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Business Services companies is 12.23, based on 720 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. UniFirst's current EV-to-FCF of 51.42 is 320.6% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on UniFirst and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 12.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. UniFirst's current EV-to-FCF is 51.42, which is 112% above median its own 10-year median of 24.28. 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 $194.42, compared to a current price of $264.46 — trading 36% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 51.42, which is 112% above median its 10-year median of 24.28 and 320.6% above the Business Services industry median of 12.23. UniFirst's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For UniFirst (UNF), the current EV-to-FCF is 51.42 as of Jul. 01, 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 $264.46 is trading 36% above its estimated GF Value™ of $194.42.
GuruFocus considers UniFirst to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for UNF:
EV-to-FCF: 51.42 (112% above median its 10-year median of 24.28)
GF Value™: $194.42 vs. price of $264.46 (36% above fair value)
Industry Position: 320.6% above the Business Services median (#634 of 720)
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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