United Natural Foods, Inc.
UNFIConsumer DefensiveNASDAQFood Distribution
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer defensive sector, United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is listed under Food Distribution. Valued at $2.83B, UNFI is a mid-cap name in its sector. It operates in three segments: Natural, Wholesale, and Retail.
Market Cap
$2.83B
Beta
0.97
P/E (TTM)
34.99
P/E (Fwd)
11.55
EPS (TTM)
$1.34
EPS (Fwd)
$4.06
ROE
5.3%
ROA
2.8%
Cash
$38.0M
Total Debt
$3.04B
Free CF
$426.9M
52W Change
18.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where UNFI stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 19, 2026 close, UNFI finished 0.44% above its 150-day moving average ($47.58) and 6.18% above its 200-day moving average ($45.01). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is UNFI overbought or oversold?
At the October 19, 2026 close, UNFI's RSI(14) was 61.4, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, UNFI has $38.0M in cash with $3.04B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $426.9M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 5.3%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $30.27B (2023) to $31.15B (2026).
Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence United Natural Foods, Inc.'s trajectory.