United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI)

US — Consumer Defensive Sector
Peers: CHEF  MH  SAM  COCO  CCU  ANDE  FLO  SMPL  PRDO  CHA 

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol UNFI
  • Rev/Share 523.1137
  • Book/Share 25.5025
  • PB 1.2685
  • Debt/Equity 2.2424
  • CurrentRatio 1.3833
  • ROIC -0.0023

 

  • MktCap 1955156588.0
  • FreeCF/Share 5.6672
  • PFCF 5.6836
  • PE -19.43
  • Debt/Assets 0.4588
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE -0.0636

 

  • Rating C+
  • Score 2
  • Recommendation Sell
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 5
  • P/B Score 3
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation UNFI Deutsche Bank -- Hold -- -- Jan. 8, 2026
Upgrade UNFI BMO Capital Markets Market Perform Outperform -- $36 Sept. 25, 2025
Upgrade UNFI Northcoast Neutral Buy -- $36 July 22, 2025
Upgrade UNFI Wells Fargo Underweight Equal Weight -- $26 July 16, 2025
Downgrade UNFI Northcoast Buy Neutral -- -- June 12, 2025
Upgrade UNFI CL King Neutral Buy -- $33 March 12, 2025
Upgrade UNFI Northcoast Neutral Buy -- -- Oct. 11, 2024

News

United Natural Foods' Natural vs. Conventional: Margin Divide Widens?
UNFI
Published: January 08, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

UNFI's fiscal first quarter has shown a widening margin split as Natural sales jumped while Conventional volumes fell amid network optimization.

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5 Highly Efficient Stocks That Stand Out on Key Profitability Ratios
ELMD, LSPD, NRIM, ULTA, UNFI
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

United Natural Foods leads a screen of five efficient stocks that beat peers on key ratios, highlighting names investors may consider for stronger returns.

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Top Natural and Organic Food Stocks for 2026 as Consumers Go Healthier
BYND, GIS, UNFI, VITL
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

United Natural Foods, Beyond Meat, Vital Farms and General Mills are betting big on organic, clean-label foods and redefining what's healthy on store shelves.

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3 Food Industry Stocks to Feast on Before the New Year
BYND, INGR, UNFI
Published: December 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

UNFI, INGR and BYND stand out as food stocks using cost control, pricing discipline and focused innovation to enter the new year strong.

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Is United Natural Foods (UNFI) Stock Undervalued Right Now?
UNFI
Published: December 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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3 Stocks to Buy as Inflation Pressures Fade Heading Into 2026
FDX, LTM, UNFI
Published: December 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

As inflation cools, easing input and fuel costs are restoring margins for UNFI, FDX and LTM, positioning them for stronger earnings as 2026 approaches.

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Is United Natural Foods (UNFI) Outperforming Other Consumer Staples Stocks This Year?
UNFI
Published: December 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how United Natural Foods (UNFI) and Universal Corp. (UVV) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript
UNFI
Published: December 12, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript

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Is United Natural Foods (UNFI) a Great Value Stock Right Now?
UNFI
Published: December 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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UNFI Sets New Long-Term Targets, Outlines Multi-Year Growth Plan
UNFI
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

United Natural Foods outlines a multi-year plan targeting steadier growth, stronger cash flow and major operational upgrades through fiscal 2028.

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Best Momentum Stock to Buy for December 9th
ECO, FIGS, UNFI
Published: December 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

FIGS, ECO and UNFI made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on December 9, 2025.

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United Natural Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Decline Y/Y
UNFI
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

UNFI tops first-quarter earnings estimates despite a sales dip, with natural-segment growth and cost cuts lifting margins and EBITDA.

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United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
UNFI
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

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United Natural Foods (UNFI) Surpasses Q1 Earnings Estimates
UNFI
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

United Natural Foods (UNFI) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.56 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.39 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.16 per share a year ago.

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United Natural Foods Q1 Preview: Doesn't Seem Like An Exciting Opportunity Right Now
UNFI
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

United Natural Foods faces ongoing operational challenges, with limited momentum expected heading into its Q1 '26 earnings report. Analysts anticipate flat year-over-year sales and volatile share price movement, while the Natural products segment remains the key area to watch. Conventional products continue to drag on performance; management's cost-cutting and revitalization efforts are crucial for future growth.

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Should Value Investors Buy United Natural Foods (UNFI) Stock?
UNFI
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Best Health & Fitness Stocks for Investors Betting on Wellness
BODI, LTH, PTON, UNFI
Published: November 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Wellness demand is surging as tech and lifestyle trends reshape health, opening new growth paths for UNFI, BODI, LTH and PTON.

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Buy 5 Consumer Staples Stocks Despite the Sector's Weak Show in 2025
LW, MNST, OLLI, PEP, UNFI
Published: November 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Consumer staples lag in 2025, but PEP, MNST, LW, UNFI and OLLI are five stocks that show improving growth drivers for 2026.

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Take the Zacks Approach to Beat the Markets: Macy's, United Natural Foods & Monster Beverage in Focus
M, MNST, UNFI
Published: November 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Macy's climbs after a Zacks upgrade as multiple portfolios showcase strong gains across UNFI, Monster Beverage and other standout stocks.

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Are Consumer Staples Stocks Lagging United Natural Foods (UNFI) This Year?
UNFI
Published: November 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Here is how United Natural Foods (UNFI) and Village Farms (VFF) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Buy These 3 Miscellaneous Food Stocks to Ride Out Industry Challenges
LW, SJM, UNFI
Published: November 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

While the Zacks Food-Miscellaneous industry battles inflation and soft demand, SJM, LW and UNFI lean on strong brands and cost controls to drive growth.

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Are Investors Undervaluing United Natural Foods (UNFI) Right Now?
UNFI
Published: November 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Buy These 5 Health and Fitness Stocks for a Stable Portfolio in Q4
DOCS, PFGC, PLNT, PTON, UNFI
Published: October 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

DOCS, PLNT, UNFI, PTON and PFGC are five health and fitness stocks with growth potential, diversified revenue and resilient demand.

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Here's Why United Natural (UNFI) Looks Ripe for Bottom Fishing
UNFI
Published: October 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

United Natural (UNFI) witnesses a hammer chart pattern, indicating support found by the stock after losing some value lately. This coupled with an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions could mean a trend reversal for the stock in the near term.

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4 Solid Consumer Staples Stocks Amid Declining Consumer Sentiment
ENR, GO, OLLI, UNFI
Published: October 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

As consumer sentiment stalls amid inflation and shutdown worries, low-beta picks like ENR, GO, UNFI and OLLI may offer stability and upside.

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Is United Natural Foods (UNFI) Stock Outpacing Its Consumer Staples Peers This Year?
UNFI
Published: October 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how United Natural Foods (UNFI) and Village Farms (VFF) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Will United Natural (UNFI) Gain on Rising Earnings Estimates?
UNFI
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

United Natural Foods (UNFI) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.

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Here's Why United Natural Foods (UNFI) is a Strong Momentum Stock
UNFI
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Hits Fresh High: Is There Still Room to Run?
UNFI
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

United Natural (UNFI) is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the company's fundamentals for clues.

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From Apps to Nutrition: Health & Fitness Stocks to Buy Now
AMWL, PTON, STKL, UNFI
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

UNFI, AMWL, STKL, and PTON stand out as health and fitness plays, tapping into booming demand for wellness, nutrition and digital care.

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About United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI)

  • IPO Date 1996-11-01
  • Website https://www.unfi.com
  • Industry Food Distribution
  • CEO James Alexander Miller Douglas Jr.
  • Employees 28333

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.