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Jan 31
UNFI Q2 2026 Earnings Report
UNFI Q2 2026 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) reported a strong second quarter for fiscal 2026, characterized by a significant increase in profitability and free cash flow despite a 2.6% decline in net sales. The company successfully reduced its net leverage ratio to 2.7x and raised its full-year profitability guidance, driven by network optimization and cost-saving initiatives.
Net sales decreased 2.6% to $7.9 billion, primarily due to network optimization actions and the transition out of the Allentown distribution center.
Adjusted EBITDA grew 23.4% to $179 million, while Adjusted EPS rose significantly to $0.62 compared to $0.22 in the prior year.
Free cash flow improved to $243 million for the quarter, supported by higher profitability and efficient working capital management.
Net leverage ratio reached its lowest level since fiscal 2023 at 2.7x, with a year-end target now lowered to approximately 2.3x.
Revenue by Segment
Forward Guidance
UNFI updated its full-year fiscal 2026 outlook, raising profitability and cash flow expectations while lowering the net sales range due to optimization actions.
Positive Outlook
- Increased Net Income outlook to $50M - $75M.
- Raised Adjusted EBITDA guidance to $680M - $710M.
- Increased Adjusted EPS outlook to $2.30 - $2.70.
- Raised Free Cash Flow expectation to approximately $330M.
- Expect to reach a net leverage ratio of ~2.3x by year-end.
Challenges Ahead
- Reduced Net Sales guidance to $31.0B - $31.4B.
- Anticipated decrease in conventional sales due to distribution center transitions.
- Lower gross margin rate in the Retail segment.
- Ongoing restructuring and integration related expenses.
Revenue & Expenses
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