United Natural Foods, Inc.
UNFIConsumer DefensiveNASDAQFood Distribution
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Daily timeframeUnited Natural Foods, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the distribution of natural, organic, specialty, produce, and conventional grocery and non-food products in the United States. The $3.17B market capitalization puts UNFI squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. It operates in three segments: Natural, Wholesale, and Retail.
Market Cap
$3.17B
Beta
0.82
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
16.33
EPS (TTM)
$-1.31
EPS (Fwd)
$3.19
ROE
-4.9%
ROA
2.1%
Cash
$52.0M
Total Debt
$3.24B
Free CF
$542.1M
52W Change
80.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
United Natural Foods, Inc. carries $3.24B in total debt against $52.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 62.3x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company generates $542.1M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at -4.9%, which is negative for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.1% 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. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing UNFI.