UNF (UniFirst) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.32 (As of Feb. 2026) — 167% Above Median

What is UniFirst Dividend Payout Ratio?

UniFirst UNF +1.04% 84 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32 as of Feb. 2026, which is 167% above its 10-year median of 0.12. GuruFocus rates UNF with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $194.30 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 516 Business Services companies, UniFirst ranks better than 84.11% on this metric.

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Feb. 2026 was 0.32.

The historical rank and industry rank for UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

UNF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.03 Med: 0.12 Max: 0.22
Current: 0.19

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of UniFirst was 0.22. The lowest was 0.03. And the median was 0.12.

UNF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
84.11% of 516 companies
in the Business Services industry
Industry Median: 0.44 vs UNF: 0.19

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of UniFirst is 0.55%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of UniFirst was 0.93%. The lowest was 0.09%. And the median was 0.50%.

UniFirst's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Feb. 2026 was $0.37.

During the past 12 months, UniFirst's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 5.10% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 5.30% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 7.60% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 30.00% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of UniFirst was 88.20% per year. The lowest was -15.60% per year. And the median was 6.30% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

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* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.

UniFirst (NYSE:UNF) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation

In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.

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UniFirst Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

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* 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 Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

UniFirst Annual Data

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UNF vs DLB, AZZ, AMTM: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Specialty Business Services subindustry, UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio 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 Dividend Payout Ratio vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.

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UniFirst Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Aug. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (A: Aug. 2025 )	/	EPS without NRI (A: Aug. 2025 )
	=	1.4	/	7.98
	=	0.18

UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (Q: Feb. 2026 )	/	EPS without NRI (Q: Feb. 2026 )
	=	0.365	/	1.13
	=	0.32

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.32 mean?

UniFirst (UNF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.32 as of Feb. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on UniFirst and its competitors. This is 167% above median its historical median of 0.12. Over the past decade, UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.03 to 0.22. According to the industry distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #82 out of 516 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 15.9%.

Is UniFirst's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

UniFirst's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.32 is 167% above median its 10-year median of 0.12. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.03 to a high of 0.22. The Business Services industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. UniFirst's value of 0.32 is 27.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #82 out of 516 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position 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 Dividend Payout Ratio compare to DLB and AZZ?

According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, UniFirst ranks #82 out of 516 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places UniFirst in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. UniFirst's value of 0.32 is 27.3% below this benchmark. Historically, UniFirst's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.03 to 0.22 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.12 vs. the industry median of 0.44, UniFirst has consistently been below 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 Dividend Payout Ratio for a Business Services company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Business Services companies is 0.44, based on 516 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. UniFirst's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.32 is 27.3% below 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 Dividend Payout Ratio mean?

A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on UniFirst and its competitors. For the Business Services industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. UniFirst's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32, which is 167% above median its own 10-year median of 0.12. 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 $194.30, compared to a current price of $265.14 — trading 36.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32, which is 167% above median its 10-year median of 0.12 and 27.3% below the Business Services industry median of 0.44. 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 Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?

Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For UniFirst (UNF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32 as of Feb. 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 $265.14 is trading 36.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $194.30. GuruFocus considers UniFirst to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for UNF:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.32 (167% above median its 10-year median of 0.12)
GF Value™: $194.30 vs. price of $265.14 (36.5% above fair value)
GF Score™: 84/100 with 9 warning signs
Industry Position: 27.3% below the Business Services median (#82 of 516)

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 Business Description

Industry Industrials Business Services

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Address 68 Jonspin Road, Wilmington, MA, USA, 01887

Website http://www.unifirst.com

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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