UniFirst Corporation
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- Quote
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- Methodology
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Market overview
Down−USD 0.54 (−0.21%) Day change
The market is closed. This is the last verified closing quote, not an intraday price.
- Open
- USD 252.65
- Previous close
- USD 252.32
- Day high
- USD 255.74
- Day low
- USD 248.62
- Volume
- 555,375
- Market cap
- USD 4,553,232,896
View Chart Data
| Date and time | Open | High | Low | Close | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 167.50 | USD 171.00 | USD 166.19 | USD 168.91 | 105,100 | |
| USD 149.97 | USD 152.92 | USD 147.66 | USD 150.02 | 114,100 | |
| USD 158.61 | USD 161.09 | USD 157.64 | USD 159.85 | 232,700 | |
| USD 178.01 | USD 180.75 | USD 173.87 | USD 177.85 | 195,900 | |
| USD 172.51 | USD 172.51 | USD 166.42 | USD 170.16 | 526,400 | |
| USD 187.82 | USD 202.00 | USD 186.61 | USD 197.00 | 362,800 | |
| USD 207.75 | USD 210.00 | USD 206.35 | USD 207.99 | 87,800 | |
| USD 201.38 | USD 205.00 | USD 198.10 | USD 199.84 | 187,100 | |
| USD 233.08 | USD 233.75 | USD 230.12 | USD 232.80 | 87,000 | |
| USD 274.08 | USD 277.75 | USD 272.12 | USD 272.88 | 1,019,400 | |
| USD 252.50 | USD 254.00 | USD 248.47 | USD 248.62 | 388,400 | |
| USD 255.19 | USD 259.73 | USD 255.19 | USD 259.73 | 174,300 | |
| USD 258.91 | USD 261.15 | USD 256.67 | USD 257.69 | 117,000 | |
| USD 256.80 | USD 258.22 | USD 254.17 | USD 256.40 | 150,900 | |
| USD 267.44 | USD 268.55 | USD 265.31 | USD 265.42 | 110,500 | |
| USD 262.26 | USD 270.22 | USD 262.26 | USD 263.83 | 131,700 | |
| USD 262.74 | USD 271.37 | USD 262.73 | USD 266.54 | 155,800 | |
| USD 293.83 | USD 295.60 | USD 288.54 | USD 291.44 | 145,200 | |
| USD 299.41 | USD 306.67 | USD 299.41 | USD 301.19 | 136,000 | |
| USD 296.47 | USD 298.96 | USD 290.67 | USD 291.44 | 165,400 | |
| USD 286.45 | USD 289.69 | USD 285.02 | USD 286.47 | 144,000 | |
| USD 278.01 | USD 281.96 | USD 275.54 | USD 277.48 | 273,900 | |
| USD 266.86 | USD 271.96 | USD 261.26 | USD 261.26 | 387,500 | |
| USD 252.65 | USD 255.74 | USD 248.52 | USD 251.78 | 555,375 |
Company Profile & Business Model Overview
UniFirst Corporation (UNF: NYSE) supplies workplace uniforms, protective apparel, and facility service products through rental, lease and direct-sale programs across North America and Europe. The company operates service centers and a networked distribution model serving industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality and public safety, generating multi‑billion dollar annual revenues.
Sustainability Strengths & Catalysts (Pros)
- Operational scale enables centralized laundering and linen rental programs that can achieve water and energy efficiencies versus decentralized alternatives; UniFirst publishes an annual Impact/Sustainability report outlining these operational sustainabili
- UniFirst has formalized ESG disclosures and publishes an Impact Report, indicating governance attention to environmental and social practices and improving transparency for investors and stakeholders.
- Product stewardship efforts include offering protective apparel and PPE solutions for high‑risk workplaces and programs that can support customer safety and regulatory compliance, aligning services with worker health and safety outcomes.
Material Risks & Governance Concerns (Cons)
- UniFirst’s core business relies on industrial laundering and logistics that generate significant water, energy use and greenhouse gas emissions; the company faces operational exposure to resource‑intensive processes and transportation emissions.
- As a textiles and uniform provider, UniFirst is exposed to supply‑chain risks including raw material sourcing, chemical management, and potential labor practices in manufacturing tiers, which can pose reputational and regulatory risks if not managed and d
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Audited Methodology
Formal published scorecards from MSCI ESG Research and Sustainalytics are not currently available for this ticker. The Impact Investor tracks corporate sustainability disclosures, SEC 10-K filings, and governance releases.
Data integrity and methodology
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is UniFirst Corporation (UNF)'s ESG rating and sustainability score?
Formal published scorecards from MSCI and Sustainalytics are under ongoing review for UniFirst Corporation (UNF). The Impact Investor tracks corporate sustainability disclosures, SEC 10-K filings, and governance releases.
Is UniFirst Corporation considered an ESG leader or laggard in Industrials?
Independent benchmark status for UniFirst Corporation is evaluated relative to Industrials peers once third-party coverage publishes official methodology scores.
What are the main ESG risks and controversies for UniFirst Corporation?
Key material risks for UniFirst Corporation include: UniFirst’s core business relies on industrial laundering and logistics that generate significant water, energy use and greenhouse gas emissions; the company faces operational exposure to resource‑intensive processes and transportation emissions.; As a textiles and uniform provider, UniFirst is exposed to supply‑chain risks including raw material sourcing, chemical management, and potential labor practices in manufacturing tiers, which can pose reputational and regulatory risks if not managed and d. Investors should evaluate whether corporate mitigation plans adequately address these vulnerabilities.
How does The Impact Investor evaluate ESG stock profiles?
The Impact Investor presents audited third-party ratings from MSCI and Sustainalytics alongside delayed market data and financial fundamentals. We do not blend ratings into proprietary black-box scores, and ratings are never modified by advertising or affiliate relationships.