UNFI

United Natural Foods, Inc.

Fundamental data last updated:September 25, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Consumer Defensive

industry

Food Distribution

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

United Natural Foods, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, distributes natural, organic, specialty, produce, and conventional grocery and non-food products in the United States and Canada. It operates in two segments, Wholesale and Retail. The company offers grocery and general merchandise, produce, perishables and frozen foods, nutritional supplements and sports nutrition, bulk and foodservice products, and personal care items. It also provides Woodstock brand imports, roasts, packages, and distributes nuts, dried fruits, seeds, trail mixes, granola, natural and organic snack items, and confections. In addition, the company is involved in importing, roasting, packaging, and distributing nuts, dried fruits, seeds, trail mixes, granola, natural and organic snack items, and confections. Further, it offers Blue Marble Brands products through wholesale segment, third-party distributors, and directly to retailers; and Field Day brand products primarily to customers through its independent channel. Additionally, the company provides general merchandise, home, health and beauty care, and pharmacy products, as well as private label products through a network of 74 Cub Foods and Shoppers retail grocery stores; professional services, such as retail store support, advertising, couponing, e-commerce, consumer convenience services, store design, equipment sourcing, electronic payments processing, network and data hosting solutions, and administrative back-office solutions; and marketing services comprising consumer and trade marketing programs, as well as programs to support suppliers in understanding its markets. The company serves chains, independent retailers, and supernatural chains, as well as foodservice, e-commerce, conventional military business, and other sales customers. United Natural Foods, Inc. was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.

 


VALUATION

P/E

-40.96

Market Cap ($M USD)

$3.20B

Forward P/E

14.41

PEG

0.04

PRICE TO SALES

0.10

PRICE TO BOOK

2.06

EV / EBITDA

16.97

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

12.36%

DCF Value

$-0.65

Graham Number

N/A

Price to FCF

8.09

EV to FCF

16.15

Earnings Yield

-2.44%

FCF Yield

12.36%

DIVIDEND

Yield

0.00%

Annual Payout

$0.00

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

-$1.28

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$3.64

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$34.58B

Return on Equity (ROE)

-4.97%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

0.34%

Debt-to-Equity

2.23

Piotroski F-Score

4

Altman Z-Score

5.05

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

2.21%

Current Ratio

1.33

Quick Ratio

0.52

Net Debt to EBITDA

8.47

Interest Coverage

0.77

Gross Profit margin

13.34%

FCF PER SHARE

$6.49

REVENUE PER SHARE

$517.93

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

UNFI’s valuation paints a perplexing picture. Despite a negative Price/Earnings ratio, the Forward P/E suggests optimism for future profitability. However, the stock’s market price has traded significantly below its DCF Value, indicating potential undervaluation. The Altman Z-score of 5.05 signals financial stability, yet the negative Earnings Yield raises questions about current earnings quality. This mixed bag suggests the market might be underestimating its future earnings potential while acknowledging its present challenges.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the food distribution industry, UNFI is not directly exposed to AI or tech disruptions. However, its ability to integrate technology for supply chain efficiency could enhance resilience. The company's focus remains on logistics and distribution rather than tech innovation.

The Bull Case

For the value-driven investor, UNFI offers intriguing prospects. The Forward PEG ratio of 0.037 signals deep value, suggesting growth at a bargain. A solid FCF Yield of 12.39% and a Piotroski F-Score of 4 indicate reasonable financial health and operational efficiency. Despite slim margins, the company's ROIC of 2.21% reflects a capacity to generate returns on invested capital, hinting at potential pricing power in a competitive market.

The Bear Case

UNFI faces significant structural risks. The high Debt/Equity ratio of 2.23 and a Net Debt to EBITDA of 8.47 highlight a concerning leverage level. Trading near its 52-week high, the stock appears technically overextended. The negative EPS and slim Operating Margin of 0.34% further underscore operational inefficiencies, raising red flags about its ability to sustain profitability.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Hold

Average Analyst Price Target

$39.67

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.82

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

1.37%

Distance to 52-Week Low

60.39%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

21.57%

50-DAY SMA

$47.66

200-DAY SMA

$38.41

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