United Natural Foods Inc is a wholesale distributor of natural, organic and specialty foods and nonfood products across North America. The company's products consist of national, regional and private label brands grouped into grocery and general merchandise, produce, perishables and frozen foods, nutritional supplements and sports nutrition, bulk and foodservice products, and personal care items. United Natural Foods serves various retail formats including conventional supermarket chains, natural product superstores, independent retail operators and foodservice channels such as e-commerce platforms. The company's operations are comprised of principal divisions: the wholesale division; the retail division; and other.
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in United Natural Foods Inc, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index.
All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
United Natural Foods Inc (UNFI) has returned 33.49% so far this year and 91.13% over the past 12 months. Looking at the last ten years, UNFI has achieved an annualized return of 1.19%, underperforming the Benchmark (SPY), which averaged 12.23% per year.
The table below presents the monthly returns of United Natural Foods Inc (UNFI) with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10.84% | 2.72% | 19.02% | -0.53% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 8.07% | 9.47% | -13.43% | -1.80% | 14.07% | -23.57% | 20.07% | 3.78% | 34.45% | -2.00% | -0.32% | -9.25% |
| 2024 | -7.96% | 4.21% | -26.49% | -22.28% | 34.94% | 8.53% | 18.59% | -2.32% | 11.54% | 5.12% | 20.59% | 9.46% |
| 2023 | 6.64% | -1.71% | -35.07% | 2.87% | -2.13% | -26.83% | 6.39% | -3.41% | -30.14% | 3.11% | 1.25% | 11.93% |
| 2022 | -20.99% | 3.55% | 2.68% | 3.32% | -1.21% | -6.86% | 8.69% | 4.65% | -20.95% | 21.59% | 11.79% | -18.73% |
| 2021 | 66.34% | -2.33% | 23.09% | 11.90% | 2.21% | -3.40% | -11.21% | 10.68% | 31.86% | -10.98% | 14.43% | -2.79% |
| 2020 | -18.55% | -9.13% | 40.15% | 18.35% | 85.26% | -7.56% | 9.85% | -9.07% | -17.80% | -3.19% | 16.40% | -7.90% |
| 2019 | 24.41% | 13.71% | -13.14% | -3.08% | -21.86% | -11.80% | 8.59% | -18.29% | 45.09% | -35.06% | 19.37% | -3.31% |
| 2018 | -3.76% | -9.85% | 0.54% | 5.24% | 1.24% | -7.08% | -23.98% | 9.70% | -15.35% | -27.28% | -1.32% | -50.88% |
| 2017 | -4.97% | -6.31% | -0.67% | -3.91% | -3.83% | -8.46% | 4.73% | -9.83% | 19.72% | -7.16% | 23.44% | 2.69% |
| 2016 | -11.82% | 3.73% | 25.47% | 7.12% | -9.05% | -12.08% | 4.72% | 12.00% | 1.79% |
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for United Natural Foods Inc (UNFI) and compare them to a Benchmark (SPY). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
The Sharpe ratio helps investors understand how much return they're getting for the level of risk taken. A higher Sharpe ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance, meaning more reward for each unit of risk.
These values reflect how efficiently the investment has delivered returns relative to its volatility over different time periods. All figures are annualized and based on daily total returns.
The chart below shows the rolling Sharpe ratio of UNFI compared to the benchmark. This view highlights how the investment's risk-adjusted performance has changed over time.
The current United Natural Foods Inc volatility is 3.29%, representing the standart deviation of percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. It shows the maximum percentage drop from a peak to a trough over a specified period, indicating the risk of significant losses.
Although chart shows positive values, it represents the percentage drop from the peak, so a value of 10% means the portfolio has dropped 10% from its highest point.
The income statement provides a summary of a company's revenues, expenses, and profits over a specific period. It shows how much money the company earned (revenues) and how much it spent (expenses), leading to the net income or profit. This statement is crucial for understanding a company's financial performance and profitability.
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liabilities And Equity (USD) | 7.60B | 7.53B | 7.39B | 7.63B | 7.53B | 7.59B | 7.18B | 2.96B | 2.89B | 2.85B | 2.55B | 2.30B | 1.73B | 1.49B | 1.40B |
| Equity Attributable To Parent (USD) | 1.55B | 1.64B | 1.74B | 1.79B | 1.52B | 1.14B | 1.51B | 1.85B | 1.68B | 1.52B | 1.39B | 1.24B | 1.10B | 978.72M | 869.67M |
| Equity Attributable To Noncontrolling Interest (USD) | 3.00M | - | 1.00M | 1.00M | -1.00M | -2.49M | -2.74M | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Equity (USD) | 1.55B | 1.64B | 1.74B | 1.79B | 1.51B | 1.14B | 1.51B | 1.85B | 1.68B | 1.52B | 1.39B | 1.24B | 1.10B | 978.72M | 869.67M |
| Other Non-current Liabilities (USD) | 1.58B | 1.44B | 1.28B | 1.30B | 1.35B | 1.65B | 742.03M | 269.14M | 338.66M | 539.34M | 447.40M | 496.53M | 198.39M | 180.08M | 19.47M |
| Long-term Debt (USD) | 1.86B | 2.09B | 1.96B | 2.12B | 2.18B | 2.43B | 2.82B | 150.15M | 161.99M | 173.59M | 186.39M | 33.50M | 34.11M | 985.00K | 48.43M |
| Noncurrent Liabilities (USD) | 3.44B | 3.52B | 3.25B | 3.42B | 3.52B | 4.07B | 3.56B | 419.29M | 500.66M | 712.93M | 633.80M | 530.03M | 232.50M | 181.07M | 67.90M |
| Other Current Liabilities (USD) | 500.00M | 480.00M | 481.00M | 443.00M | 600.00M | 507.79M | 483.79M | 182.10M | 169.37M | 174.29M | 140.73M | 137.95M | 114.42M | 91.98M | 246.35M |
| Wages (USD) | 227.00M | 197.00M | 143.00M | 232.00M | 243.00M | 228.83M | 148.30M | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Accounts Payable (USD) | 1.88B | 1.69B | 1.78B | 1.74B | 1.64B | 1.63B | 1.48B | 517.13M | 534.62M | 445.43M | 390.13M | 385.89M | 283.85M | 242.18M | 217.07M |
| Current Liabilities (USD) | 2.60B | 2.37B | 2.41B | 2.42B | 2.49B | 2.37B | 2.11B | 699.22M | 703.99M | 619.72M | 530.86M | 523.84M | 398.27M | 334.16M | 463.42M |
| Liabilities (USD) | 6.04B | 5.89B | 5.65B | 5.84B | 6.01B | 6.44B | 5.67B | 1.12B | 1.20B | 1.33B | 1.16B | 1.05B | 630.76M | 515.23M | 531.32M |
| Other Non-current Assets (USD) | 3.60B | 3.48B | 3.21B | 3.01B | 1.30B | 1.21B | 932.73M | 411.20M | 413.51M | 402.05M | 298.17M | 299.99M | 226.56M | 216.13M | 213.01M |
| Intangible Assets (USD) | 576.00M | 649.00M | 722.00M | 819.00M | 891.00M | 969.60M | 1.04B | 193.21M | 208.29M | 222.31M | 125.83M | 134.99M | 49.54M | 52.50M | 58.34M |
| Fixed Assets (USD) | - | - | - | - | 1.78B | 1.70B | 1.64B | 571.15M | 602.09M | 616.61M | 572.45M | 483.96M | 338.59M | 278.46M | 285.15M |
| Noncurrent Assets (USD) | 4.17B | 4.13B | 3.93B | 3.83B | 3.98B | 3.88B | 3.61B | 1.18B | 1.22B | 1.24B | 996.45M | 918.94M | 614.69M | 547.09M | 556.50M |
| Other Current Assets (USD) | 1.33B | 1.22B | 1.17B | 1.44B | 1.30B | 1.42B | 1.48B | 653.14M | 630.98M | 589.53M | 571.18M | 543.57M | 413.06M | 368.31M | 329.99M |
| Inventory (USD) | 2.10B | 2.18B | 2.29B | 2.36B | 2.25B | 2.28B | 2.09B | 1.14B | 1.03B | 1.02B | 982.56M | 834.72M | 702.16M | 578.56M | 514.51M |
| Current Assets (USD) | 3.42B | 3.40B | 3.46B | 3.80B | 3.55B | 3.70B | 3.57B | 1.79B | 1.66B | 1.61B | 1.55B | 1.38B | 1.12B | 946.86M | 844.49M |
| Assets (USD) | 7.60B | 7.53B | 7.39B | 7.63B | 7.53B | 7.59B | 7.18B | 2.96B | 2.89B | 2.85B | 2.55B | 2.30B | 1.73B | 1.49B | 1.40B |
United Natural Foods (UNFI) reported mixed Q2 fiscal 2026 results with adjusted EPS of 62 cents beating estimates, but sales of $7.947 billion missed expectations and declined 2.6% year-over-year. The company cut its full-year sales outlook to $31-$31.4 billion while raising adjusted EPS guidance to $2.30-$2.70. Shares fell 4.33% following the announcement.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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%.
United Natural Foods disclosed unauthorized IT system activity that impacted its ability to fulfill customer orders, causing a 10.18% stock price drop.
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.
