Recent Updates — UNF

UniFirst Corporation reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 revenues of $645.0 million, a 5.0% increase year-over-year, driven by organic growth in its core Uniform & Facility Service Solutions segment. Diluted earnings per share for the quarter were $1.90, down from $2.23 in the prior year period, as operating income declined to $41.7 million due to approximately $14.4 million in transaction-related costs associated with the proposed merger with Cintas and enterprise resource planning project expenses. For the full fiscal year ended August 29, 2026, consolidated revenues increased 3.7% to $2.523 billion, while diluted EPS fell to $6.02 from $7.98 in fiscal 2025. The company also noted that it is no longer providing financial guidance due to the pending transaction with Cintas, which is expected to close prior to the end of calendar year 2026 subject to regulatory approvals. UniFirst Corporation operates as a North American leader in the supply and servicing of uniform and workwear programs, facility service products, and first aid and safety supplies.

UniFirst Corporation announced that Kelly Rooney resigned as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer effective September 11, 2026. The company entered into a Separation Agreement with Ms. Rooney, who provided a general release of claims and agreed to cooperate on employment-related matters. Because the resignation was voluntary, she is not entitled to severance payments or benefits. This executive departure represents a change in senior leadership for the uniform rental and facility services industry.

UniFirst Corporation announced that Kelly Rooney resigned as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer on August 24, 2026, to pursue other career opportunities. Her final day of employment is expected in mid-to-late September 2026. As a voluntary resignation without disagreement, she receives no severance payments or benefits. Operations will be overseen on an interim basis by Senior Vice Presidents Steve Chikerotis and Brian Vollant, reporting to CEO Steven Sintros. UniFirst Corporation operates in the industrial textile services industry, providing uniforms, mats, and workwear rental and cleaning services.

UniFirst Corporation announced its third quarter fiscal 2026 financial results for the period ending May 30, 2026, via a press release. The company is in the uniform and facility services industry.

UniFirst Corporation shareholders approved the merger agreement with Cintas Corporation, including an advisory vote on merger-related executive compensation. The Federal Trade Commission issued a Second Request for additional information, extending the regulatory waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act. UniFirst Corporation provides commercial uniform and facility services.