UNFI
United Natural Foods, Inc. · Consumer Staples · Food Distribution
At close
$36.98
−$1.23 (−3.22%) Close
Prev close $38.21
Open $38.13
Day high $38.13
Day low $36.98
Volume 83
Avg vol 678,841
Mkt cap
$2.33B
P/E ratio
-22.14
FY Revenue
$31.75B
EPS
-1.67
Gross Margin
13.34%
Sector
Consumer Staples
AI report sections
UNFI
United Natural Foods, Inc.
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Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+31% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.31×
RSI
56.15 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.03 (Weak)
MACD: 0.00 Signal: 0.04
Short-Term
-0.28 (Weak)
MACD: 0.74 Signal: 1.01
Long-Term
-0.13 (Weak)
MACD: 1.55 Signal: 1.68
Intraday trend score 56.00

Latest news

UNFI 12 articles Positive: 4 Neutral: 5 Negative: 3
Neutral The Motley Fool • Robert Izquierdo
Is United Natural Foods Stock a Buy After a Director Purchased 17,000 Shares?

Board member James Pappas purchased 17,000 shares of United Natural Foods (UNFI) for approximately $573,000 between January 2-5, 2026, marking his first open-market buy in over three years. The purchase suggests bullish sentiment despite the company's recent net losses and declining sales in Q1 FY2025. However, analysts recommend waiting to see if the company can achieve revenue growth in upcoming quarters before investing, noting that supply chain improvements and debt reduction efforts are positive signs.

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Sentiment note

While the insider purchase by a board member suggests confidence in the company's future, the neutral sentiment reflects mixed fundamentals: positive momentum (18.4% one-year return, improving net losses, debt reduction efforts, supply chain investments) is offset by concerning factors (net losses in FY2025 and Q1 FY2026, declining sales in Q1). The article recommends a cautious 'wait and see' approach before investing, indicating the company is at an inflection point rather than a clear buy or sell.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Rich Smith
Why United Natural Foods Stock Is Popular Today

United Natural Foods reported Q1 fiscal 2026 earnings, beating analyst expectations with $0.56 per share versus projected $0.40, though experiencing a slight sales decline and GAAP loss. The company provided full-year guidance and promised break-even GAAP earnings.

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Sentiment note

Mixed financial performance with earnings beat but sales decline and GAAP loss, offset by positive CEO commentary and promise of break-even earnings

Negative Benzinga • Benzinga Staff Writer
An Overview of United Natural Foods's Earnings

United Natural Foods is preparing to announce quarterly earnings, with analysts estimating an EPS of -$0.19. The company shows mixed financial performance, with strong revenue growth but challenges in profitability and debt management.

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Sentiment note

Low net margin (-0.09%), negative return on equity (-0.43%), high debt-to-equity ratio (2.2), and ranking lowest among peers in key financial metrics

Neutral Benzinga • Avi Kapoor
United Natural Foods Likely To Report Q4 Loss; These Most Accurate Analysts Revise Forecasts Ahead Of Earnings Call

United Natural Foods is expected to report a quarterly loss of 18 cents per share, compared to a profit of 1 cent last year. Analysts have revised their ratings and price targets, with some upgrading the stock despite projected revenue decline.

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Sentiment note

Mixed analyst ratings with some upgrades, projected quarterly loss, but maintained price target adjustments suggest cautious outlook

Negative Benzinga • Business Wire
UNITED NATURAL FOODS INVESTIGATION CONTINUED by Former Louisiana Attorney General: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Continues to Investigate the Officers and Directors of United Natural Foods, Inc. - UNFI

Law firm Kahn Swick & Foti continues investigating United Natural Foods for potential securities law violations after the company reported significant financial declines and faces a class action lawsuit.

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Sentiment note

Company reported year-over-year declines of $6 million in gross profit, over 71% drop in net income, reduced EBITDA guidance by $115 million, and is currently facing a securities class action lawsuit alleging failure to disclose material information

Positive Benzinga • Avi Kapoor
This Chewy Analyst Turns Bullish; Here Are Top 5 Upgrades For Thursday

Multiple Wall Street analysts upgraded ratings for companies including Chewy, United Natural Foods, Slide Insurance, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and Adient, with most receiving positive sentiment shifts.

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Sentiment note

BMO Capital upgraded from Market Perform to Outperform, raising price target from $25 to $36

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Pomerantz Llp
INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of American Outdoor Brands, Inc. - AOUT

Pomerantz LLP is investigating potential securities fraud at American Outdoor Brands after the company disclosed accelerated retailer orders and suspended fiscal 2026 guidance, causing its stock to drop 13.13%.

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Sentiment note

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Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Pomerantz Llp
INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of United Natural Foods, Inc. - UNFI

United Natural Foods disclosed unauthorized IT system activity that impacted its ability to fulfill customer orders, causing a 10.18% stock price drop.

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Sentiment note

Company experienced unauthorized IT system activity, disrupted operational capabilities, and suffered a significant stock price decline, indicating potential security and business performance issues

Positive The Motley Fool • Eric Volkman
Why United Natural Foods Was Rocketing Higher This Week

United Natural Foods, the leading wholesale provider of organic and natural food products, reported strong Q1 2025 results, including a return to profitability. Analysts subsequently raised their price targets on the stock, driving it higher over the past week.

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Sentiment note

The article reports that United Natural Foods had an earnings beat in Q1 2025, with revenue growth and a return to profitability. Analysts also raised their price targets on the stock, indicating a positive outlook.

Positive The Motley Fool • Jeremy Bowman
Why United Natural Foods Stock Popped Today

United Natural Foods (UNFI) stock soared after the company reported strong fiscal first-quarter results, beating estimates on the top and bottom lines. The company's revenue and earnings grew, driven by strong performance in its supernatural segment and optimization of its distribution network.

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Sentiment note

The article reports that United Natural Foods posted strong Q1 results, beating estimates on revenue and earnings. The company's revenue, EBITDA, and EPS all grew, and it raised its full-year guidance, indicating a positive outlook for the company.

Neutral Benzinga • Rishabh Mishra
US Stocks Likely To Open Lower As Traders Await Slew Of Data: US-Listed Chinese Stocks In Focus Following Stimulus Pledge

US stock futures declined as traders await key economic data releases. US-listed Chinese stocks fell after China pledged stimulus measures. Nvidia and AMD stocks also declined.

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Sentiment note

Investors are awaiting earnings results from UNFI.

Positive The Motley Fool • Jeremy Bowman
Why United Natural Foods Stock Popped Today

United Natural Foods, the largest wholesaler of organic and natural foods, reported better-than-expected Q4 earnings, including a surprise profit. While guidance was slightly below analyst consensus, the company's improving trends, new business, and efficiency initiatives suggest the business is moving in the right direction.

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Sentiment note

The article reports that United Natural Foods posted better-than-expected results in its fourth-quarter earnings report, including a surprise profit. While guidance was slightly below analyst consensus, the company's improving trends, new business, and efficiency initiatives suggest the business is moving in the right direction, which is viewed positively by investors.

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