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UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF), headquartered in Wilmington, Mass., stands as a North American leader in providing managed uniform and workwear programs, along with a wide range of ancillary facility services. The company extends its offerings to first aid and safety products and specializes in workwear programs for the cleanroom and nuclear industries. UniFirst also manufactures its own branded work clothing, protective garments, and floorcare products, operating over 250 locations across North America. Serving more than 300,000 business customers, UniFirst employs 14,000 team members and outfits nearly 2 million workers daily through its managed rental, lease, and purchase programs.
The company's core business is divided into several segments: The U.S. and Canadian Rental and Cleaning segment, which rents and sells uniforms and non-garment items while offering cleaning services; the Manufacturing segment, which designs and produces these items; the Specialty Garments segment, targeting the nuclear and cleanroom sectors; and the First Aid segment, providing safety supplies and pill packaging. Lastly, the Corporate segment integrates various associated costs.
UniFirst's mission is to be the foremost provider of quality uniform products and services. This objective fuels its continuous customer focus, enabling growth, equitable returns on investment, and the creation of development opportunities for its employees.
Recently, UniFirst has expanded its footprint by opening a state-of-the-art, 70,000 square-foot uniform service and processing facility in Taylor, Michigan. This new plant, designed to meet the needs of the rapidly growing customer base in the metro Detroit area, incorporates the latest innovations in textile services technologies and automation. The facility emphasizes energy efficiency and environmental sustainability through advanced machinery and eco-friendly cleaning formulas.
UniFirst's partnership with Hendrick Motorsports highlights its involvement in high-profile ventures. For the 2024 NASCAR season, UniFirst will serve as the primary sponsor for five races, featuring Chase Elliott driving the No. 9 UniFirst Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. This partnership signifies UniFirst's commitment to broadening its brand visibility and strengthening relationships within the sports and automotive industries.
For more information on UniFirst’s extensive range of products and services, visit UniFirst.com or contact them at 888.296.2740.
UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) is set to announce its Fiscal 2022 third quarter results on June 29, 2022, before the market opens. A conference call will follow at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the financial results, business highlights, and forecasts. The company, headquartered in Wilmington, Mass., is a leader in uniform and workwear services, operating over 260 service locations and servicing over 2 million workers daily. Investors can access a live webcast of the call at investors.unifirst.com.
UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) will have its President and CEO, Steven S. Sintros, and CFO, Shane F. O’Connor, speak at Baird’s 2022 Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference on June 8, 2022, at 2:00 PM ET. The event will take place at the InterContinental New York Barclay. They will cover the company’s business highlights and recent trends.
The presentation will be available for live streaming here.
The No. 9 UniFirst Chevrolet Camaro, driven by Chase Elliott, returns for its second race of the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series at the AdventHealth 400 on May 15 at Kansas Speedway. This marks the sixth year of UniFirst's partnership with Hendrick Motorsports and its third year sponsoring Elliott. The newly designed car debuted on March 14, showcasing an updated design and performance features. Elliott, the current points leader, aims for a strong finish at Kansas, having previously won at the track in 2018.
The Board of Directors of UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF) has declared quarterly cash dividends of $0.30 per share on Common Stock and $0.24 per share on Class B Common Stock. These dividends will be payable on June 29, 2022, to shareholders of record on June 8, 2022. UniFirst, based in Wilmington, MA, is a North American leader in uniform and workwear supply and servicing, operating over 260 service locations and servicing over 300,000 customer locations daily.
UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) reported an 8.2% increase in revenues for Q2 2022, totaling $486.7 million. However, operating income fell 44.4% to $22.6 million, and net income dropped 43.4% to $18.5 million. Diluted earnings per share decreased to $0.97 from $1.71. Adjusted metrics, excluding costs related to Key Initiatives, showed adjusted operating income of $29.4 million and adjusted EPS of $1.24. The company anticipates FY 2022 revenues between $1.967 billion and $1.980 billion.
UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) is set to release its Fiscal 2022 second quarter results on March 30, 2022, before the market opens. A conference call will follow at 9:00 a.m. ET the same day to discuss financial outcomes, business highlights, and future outlooks. The conference may include answers to questions about earnings forecasts and financial developments, potentially revealing previously undisclosed information. UniFirst, headquartered in Wilmington, Mass., is a leader in uniform and workwear supply, servicing over 2 million workers daily.
UniFirst (NYSE: UNF) has launched its first national brand campaign, "Always Deliver," aimed at honoring essential workers. Scheduled to debut on March 17, 2022, during NCAA March Madness, the campaign includes a 60-second commercial airing on major networks. It reflects a commitment to frontline workers and features real UniFirst employees, emphasizing the company's role in supporting these individuals during the ongoing pandemic. This initiative is part of UniFirst's broader brand evolution strategy and aims to enhance its reputation as a premier uniform service provider.
UniFirst (NYSE: UNF), a leader in work uniform programs, has revealed the new paint scheme for the No. 9 UniFirst Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, driven by NASCAR champion Chase Elliott. This new design showcases UniFirst's signature green with dynamic contrasts, debuting at Phoenix Raceway on March 13, 2022. Elliott's impressive 2021 season included two wins and a top-4 Championship spot. This marks the sixth year of partnership between UniFirst and Hendrick Motorsports. The car features advanced technology and design updates, enhancing its competitiveness in the NASCAR Cup Series.
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