Part of the consumer defensive sector, United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is listed under Food Distribution. The $2.97B market capitalization puts UNFI squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. It operates in three segments: Natural, Wholesale, and Retail.
Market Cap
$2.97B
Beta
0.84
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
15.28
EPS (TTM)
$-0.66
EPS (Fwd)
$3.21
ROE
-2.3%
ROA
2.3%
Cash
$43.0M
Total Debt
$3.15B
Free CF
$482.5M
52W Change
80.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
United Natural Foods, Inc. carries $3.15B in total debt against $43.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 73.3x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Annual free cash flow of $482.5M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. Return on equity stands at -2.3%, which is negative for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $28.93B (2022) to $31.78B (2025).
United Natural Foods, Inc. carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing UNFI's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.