United Natural Foods Stock Surges 20% on Strong Q4 Performance and Fiscal 2026 Outlook
United Natural Foods (UNFI) shares skyrocketed nearly 20% to $38.03 following a robust fourth-quarter earnings beat and an optimistic fiscal 2026 forecast. The company reported net sales of $7.7 billion for Q4 2025, a 1.6% increase on a comparable basis, alongside improved free cash FLOW and reduced debt.
Despite a net loss of $87 million, adjusted EBITDA reached $116 million, signaling operational resilience. A cyber incident earlier in the year posed challenges, but coordinated efforts with suppliers and customers mitigated disruptions. Excluding one-time expenses, margins held steady, reinforcing confidence in UNFI's long-term trajectory.