UniFirst Corporation reported a 2.7% increase in consolidated revenues to $621.3 million for Q1 2026 compared to $604.9 million in Q1 2025. Operating margin was 7.3%, net income was $34.4 million, and diluted earnings per share were $1.89, reflecting planned investments and digital transformation initiatives.

UniFirst’s President and CEO, Steven Sintros, highlighted the impact of investments on margins but emphasized the company’s position for improved profitability. Organic growth from new customers and improved retention rates demonstrate UniFirst’s service-driven model focusing on reliability and long-term relationships.

Costs related to UniFirst’s Key Initiative impacted operating income, Adjusted EBITDA, net income, and diluted earnings per share in Q1 2026 and 2025. The Uniform & Facility Service Solutions segment saw a 2.4% revenue increase, while the First Aid & Safety Solutions segment saw a 15.3% revenue increase.

UniFirst reaffirmed its full-year fiscal 2026 guidance, including consolidated revenues of $2.475 billion to $2.495 billion and fully diluted earnings per share between $6.58 and $6.98. The company’s balance sheet shows cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments of $129.5 million with no long-term debt outstanding as of November 29, 2025.

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