UniFirst [UNF] vs Cintas [CTAS] Detailed Stock Comparison
UniFirst
NYSE
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Cintas
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: UniFirst wins in 10 metrics, Cintas wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. UniFirst appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | UniFirst | Cintas | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 20.73 | 45.02 | UniFirst |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.44 | 17.17 | UniFirst |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 3.44 | 56.25 | UniFirst |
| PEG Ratio | 4.39 | 5.60 | UniFirst |
| EV/EBITDA | 8.74 | 30.29 | UniFirst |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 6.18% | 17.54% | Cintas |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 7.89% | 22.73% | Cintas |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 7.89% | 22.73% | Cintas |
| Return on Equity | 7.15% | 42.19% | Cintas |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 4.61% | 15.98% | Cintas |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $134.85M | $1.76B | Cintas |
| Dividend Yield | 0.56% | 0.90% | Cintas |
| 1-Year Return | -12.53% | -4.33% | Cintas |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.27 | 7.73 | UniFirst |
| Enterprise Value | $2.99B | $84.18B | Cintas |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.22 | 7.97 | UniFirst |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 36.93% | N/A | N/A |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $132 | $26 | UniFirst |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $8.15 | $4.50 | UniFirst |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.86 | 1.00 | UniFirst |
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Short Interest
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UniFirst vs Cintas Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UniFirst | -2.33% | -1.04% | -5.49% | -2.78% | 0.35% | -3.14% |
| Cintas | -1.76% | -2.39% | -1.84% | -8.50% | 4.46% | 9.31% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UniFirst | -12.53% | -0.19% | -14.04% | 49.47% | 251.60% | 364.05% |
| Cintas | -4.33% | 108.77% | 128.52% | 760.16% | 2,809.94% | 1,928.95% |
News Based Sentiment: UniFirst vs Cintas
UniFirst
News based Sentiment: MIXED
UniFirst reported a mixed bag in October, with a slight earnings beat and continued dividend payments countered by cautious analyst ratings and expectations of lower earnings in the upcoming Q4 report. This creates a balanced investment picture with both positive and negative signals, making it a cautiously neutral month for the company.
Cintas
News based Sentiment: MIXED
Cintas delivered a positive earnings surprise in October 2025, but the stock reacted negatively and analysts expressed caution. While institutional investors continue to support the company, valuation concerns are mounting, creating a mixed outlook for investors. The upcoming December earnings report will be a key catalyst.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: UniFirst vs Cintas
| Metric | UNF | CTAS |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $3.18B | $81.88B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 104,400 | 2,119,830 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 109,897 | 2,166,837 |
| Last Close | $164.97 | $199.04 |
| 52 Week Range | $156.34 - $243.70 | $180.78 - $229.24 |
| % from 52W High | -32.31% | -13.17% |
| All-Time High | $258.86 (Mar 08, 2021) | $229.24 (Jun 06, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -36.27% | -13.17% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.01% | 0.09% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.04% | 0.09% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.06% | 0.18% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.23% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.07% | 0.42% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 3.44 | 56.25 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $117.62 | $11.80 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $11.43 | $0.34 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $298.74M | $2.12B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $161.85M | $1.49B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.56% | 0.90% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.03 | $2.01 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: UniFirst vs Cintas
| Metric | UNF | CTAS |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 20.73 | 45.02 |
| Forward P/E | 19.71 | 43.29 |
| PEG Ratio | 4.39 | 5.60 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.27 | 7.73 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.44 | 17.17 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $3.18B | $81.88B |
| Enterprise Value | $2.99B | $84.18B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.22 | 7.97 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 8.74 | 30.29 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.86 | 1.00 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $117.62 | $11.80 |
Financial Statements Comparison: UniFirst vs Cintas
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | UNF | CTAS |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $602.22M | N/A |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $394.15M | N/A |
| Gross Profit | $208.07M | N/A |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $31.21M | N/A |
| EBITDA | $66.16M | N/A |
| Pre-Tax Income | $32.63M | N/A |
| Income Tax | $8.17M | N/A |
| Net Income (Profit) | $24.46M | N/A |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | UNF | CTAS |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $192.17M | $263.97M |
| Total Current Assets | $936.85M | $3.44B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $277.56M | $1.64B |
| Long-Term Debt | $53.65M | $2.60B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $2.14B | $4.68B |
| Retained Earnings | $2.07B | $11.80B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $871.09M | $3.50B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | UNF | CTAS |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $69.13M | $599.12M |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $0 |
| Free Cash Flow | $37.66M | $521.13M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-450.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-6.16M | $-256.67M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | UNF | CTAS |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 236,229 | 7.97M |
| Short Ratio | 2.73 | 4.01 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.03% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 104,400 | 2,119,830 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 109,897 | 2,166,837 |
| Shares Outstanding | 18.59M | 402.95M |
| Float Shares | 14.82M | 342.95M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.15% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.98% | 0.67% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: UniFirst vs Cintas
| Metric | UNF | CTAS |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.03 | $2.01 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.56% | 0.90% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.08 | $1.51 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.18% | 0.22% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $3.25 | $4.53 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 07, 2025 | Aug 15, 2025 |