Here is how Sandvik AB (SDVKY) and UniFirst (UNF) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
UniFirst (UNF) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.25 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.21 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.4 per share a year ago.
UniFirst (UNF) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.
| Specialty Retail Industry | Consumer Discretionary Sector | Steven S. Sintros CEO | XETRA Exchange | US9047081040 ISIN |
| US Country | 16,000 Employees | 5 Jun 2026 Last Dividend | 20 Jan 1994 Last Split | 5 Jan 1988 IPO Date |
UniFirst Corporation, established in 1936, is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, and extends its services across the United States, Europe, and Canada. The company specializes in providing workplace uniforms and protective wear through a diversified operation that encompasses U.S. and Canadian Rental and Cleaning, Manufacturing, Specialty Garments Rental and Cleaning, and First Aid segments. With a focus on designing, manufacturing, personalizing, renting, cleaning, delivering, and selling a broad range of uniforms and protective clothing, UniFirst caters to a vast array of industries, including automobile service centers, food processing, healthcare, government agencies, and utilities operating nuclear reactors, among others.
UniFirst offers a wide assortment of uniforms and protective wear aimed at various industries. This range includes shirts, pants, jackets, coveralls, lab coats, smocks, and aprons, alongside specialized protective garments like flame-resistant and high-visibility outfits.
The company also extends its services to include rental and sale of industrial wiping products, floor mats, as well as dry and wet mops. Additionally, it caters to restroom and general cleaning needs by providing air fresheners, paper products, gloves, masks, sanitizers, and hand soaps.
UniFirst provides first aid cabinet services which are complemented by a range of safety supplies. This ensures that businesses can maintain compliance with safety regulations and care for their employees' well-being.
For industries requiring specialized environments, such as research and development labs or high-technology companies, UniFirst offers services for cleanroom protective wear and facilities. This includes the decontamination and cleaning of work clothes and other items exposed to sensitive materials or radioactive substances.
UniFirst provides flexible garment service options to meet various business needs. These options include full-service rental programs where garments are cleaned and serviced by UniFirst, lease programs allowing for cleaning and maintenance by employees, and purchase programs for direct buying of garments and related items.