United Natural Foods

United Natural Foods, Inc. engages in the distribution of natural, organic, and specialty foods and non-food products. The firm operates through the following segments: Wholesale and Retail. The Wholesale segment is engaged in the national distribution of natural, organic, specialty, produce, and conventional grocery and non-food products, and providing retail services in the United States and Canada. The Retail segment derives revenues from the sale of groceries and other products at retail locations operated by company. It offers food and non food, frozen, perishables, bulk, body care products, and supplements. The company was founded by Michael S. Funk and Norman A. Cloutier in July 1976 and is headquartered in Providence, RI.

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UNFI reports Q3 growth but faces market challenges and opportunities

UNFI's Q3 performance saw growth in net sales but a decline in adjusted EBITDA, impacted by weaker sales and margins. The company is addressing profitability weaknesses and remains confident in its longer-term outlook. Challenges include market tightening, down-trading, and shrink degradation, while opportunities lie in strategic updates and commercial contract reviews.

UNFI reports revenue growth but adjusts profit outlook amid challenges

UNFI's Q2 saw revenue growth but lower profitability, prompting adjustments in outlook and targets. The company is focused on a transformation plan to enhance operations and customer value. Challenges in reacting to inflation and varying customer performance are being addressed through technology investments.

UNFI reports below-expectation Q3 results, focuses on profitability improvement

UNFI's Q3 performance reflects challenges from the supply chain crisis and changing consumer behavior, impacting profitability.
Efforts to address weaknesses include cost-cutting measures, SKU rationalization, and contract renegotiations for cost savings.
Despite challenges, UNFI remains focused on sustainable transformation, debt reduction, and long-term profitability improvement.
Revised outlook maintains sales expectations but lowers adjusted EBITDA and EPS midpoints, with a positive long-term outlook.

UNFI meets Q4 expectations, eyes transformation and growth in 2024

UNFI is on track with its transformation plan, capturing operational benefits.
Despite challenges in the food industry, the company is focused on growth and efficiency.
Fiscal 2024 is expected to be pivotal for profitability reset and transformation acceleration.
Strategic initiatives like board refreshment and capital allocation aim to drive value.

UNFI surpasses Q1 expectations, focuses on transformation for growth

UNFI's Q1 performance exceeded expectations, with a focus on operational improvements and transformation initiatives to drive value creation and efficiency.
While facing challenges from inflation and financial pressures, the company remains committed to executing its strategy and enhancing competitiveness.
Opportunities lie in managing inflation, driving growth, and leveraging transformation efforts to navigate industry dynamics and create value for stakeholders.
CEO's confidence in the transformation plan underscores UNFI's commitment to sustainable growth and value creation for customers, suppliers, and shareholders.

UNFI surpasses Q2 expectations, focuses on efficiency amid industry challenges

UNFI's Q2 performance reflects resilience and strategic focus on efficiency and profitability amidst industry challenges.
The company's emphasis on reducing costs, improving supply chain processes, and automation underscores a commitment to sustainable growth.
Despite margin pressure and inflation challenges, UNFI remains confident in its multiyear improvement plan and value creation for stakeholders.

UNFI meets Q3 targets, focuses on growth strategies and cost efficiency

UNFI's Q3 performance met fiscal 2024 targets, with a focus on strengthening the foundation and enhancing financial metrics.
Challenges include flat sales, retail segment pressure, and declining adjusted EBITDA, offset by cost reductions and strategic initiatives.
Opportunities lie in the new strategic plan, automation for efficiency, and ongoing cost reduction efforts to drive future growth.
Revised outlook maintains sales, raises EBITDA and EPS ranges, emphasizing a commitment to financial improvement and operational efficiency.

UNFI reports strong Q4 results, focuses on growth strategies

UNFI's strong Q4 performance reflects strategic focus on growth areas
Challenges include flat revenue and pressure on Retail sales
Opportunities lie in optimizing operations and expanding product segments
Company aims for EBITDA growth, debt reduction, and margin expansion

UNFI reports strong Q1 earnings, focuses on efficiency and growth

UNFI's Q1 2025 performance showcased revenue growth, improved EBITDA, and an optimistic full-year outlook, driven by operational enhancements and product focus.
While facing challenges in managing capital spending and sustaining operational improvements, UNFI is leveraging opportunities in supplier programs and market demand.
The company's commitment to sustainable growth and shareholder returns underpins its multiyear strategy, emphasizing operational excellence and financial performance.

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United Natural Foods, Inc. engages in the distribution of natural, organic, and specialty foods and non-food products. It offers food and non-food, frozen, perishables, bulk, body care products, and supplements. It operates through the following segments: Wholesale, Retail, and Other. The Wholesale segment refers to the national distribution of natural, organic, specialty, produce, and conventional grocery and non-food products, and providing retail services in the United States and Canada. The Retail segment derives revenues from the sale of groceries and other products at retail locations operated by company. The company was founded by Michael S. Funk and Norman A. Cloutier in July 1976 and is headquartered in Providence, RI.

PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--UNFI announced further actions to significantly improve its supply chain and overall customer experience as part of a four-part transformation agenda.

United Natural Foods Advancing Initiatives to Improve the Effectiveness and Efficiency of its Supply Chain

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $UNFI #classaction--Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of United Natural Foods, Inc. (“UNF” or the “Company”) (NYSE: UNFI). Investors who purchased UNF securities are encouraged to obtain additional information and assist the investigation by visiting the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/unfi. The investigation concerns whether UNF has violated federal securities laws.

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Notifies Shareholders of United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Investigation

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LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / March 12, 2023 / The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of United Natural Foods, Inc. ("United Natural Foods" or "the Company") (NYSE:UNFI) for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

SHAREHOLDER ACTION ALERT: The Schall Law Firm Announces it is Investigating Claims Against United Natural Foods, Inc. and Encourages Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm

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BENSALEM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces an investigation on behalf of United Natural Foods, Inc. (“United Natural Foods” or the “Company”) (NYSE: UNFI) investors concerning the Company's possible violations of federal securities laws. On March 8, 2023, United Natural Foods released its second quarter fiscal year 2023 results, missing consensus estimates, reducing its profitability expectations for fiscal 2023, and withdrawing its fiscal 2024 forecasts.

INVESTOR ALERT: Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Investigation of United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) on Behalf of Investors

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $UNFI #UNFI--The Schall Law Firm Announces it is Investigating Claims Against United Natural Foods, Inc.

INVESTIGATION REMINDER: The Schall Law Firm Announces it is Investigating Claims Against United Natural Foods, Inc. and Encourages Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP (“GPM”), a leading national shareholder rights law firm, today announced that it has commenced an investigation on behalf of United Natural Foods, Inc. (“United Natural Foods” or the “Company”) (NYSE: UNFI) investors concerning the Company's possible violations of the federal securities laws.

Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm, Announces Investigation of United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) on Behalf of Investors

United Natural Foods, Inc. has been performing better since the pandemic. The hoarding effects of the pandemic came at a time when leverage following the SuperValu deal was nearly bankrupting the business, so Covid-19 provided a lifeline to the business.

United Natural Foods: Natural Foods, Not Out Of The Woods

United Natural's (UNFI) second-quarter fiscal 2023 results reflect lower earnings on inflationary pressure and supply chain volatility. Nevertheless, sales grew year over year.

United Natural (UNFI) Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates, Sales Rise

INVESTIGATION ALERT: The Schall Law Firm Announces it is Investigating Claims Against United Natural Foods, Inc. and Encourages Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm

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On March 8th, health foods distributor United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE:UNFI) delivered a quarterly update that could be summed up in one word — stale.

United Natural Foods Under Delivered

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces an investigation of United Natural Foods, Inc. (“United Natural Foods” or the “Company”) (NYSE: UNFI) on behalf of investors concerning the Company's possible violations of federal securities laws. If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Announces Investigation of United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) on Behalf of Investors

United Natural Foods missed earnings by a wide margin on Wednesday. Sales grew modestly, and even a bit ahead of schedule, and sales guidance remains good.

Why United Natural Foods Stock Crashed 27.5% on Wednesday

United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE:UNFI ) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call March 8, 2023 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Steve Bloomquist - Vice President, Investor Relations Sandy Douglas - Chief Executive Officer John Howard - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Anders Myhre - Guggenheim Securities Mark Carden - UBS Andrew Wolf - CL King Leah Jordan - Goldman Sachs Peter Saleh - BTIG Krisztina Katai - Deutsche Bank Ben Wood - BMO Capital William Reuter - Bank of America Scott Mushkin - R5 Capital Operator Good morning. My name is Audra, and I will be your conference operator today.

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Q2 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

United Natural Foods (NASDAQ:UNFI) stock slumped by a third in early trade after the company reported second-quarter earnings that fell short of expectations and slashed its full-year earnings guidance. The company, which distributes organic and natural foods to grocers including Whole Foods Market, reported a 5.4% rise in net sales to $7.8 billion for the 13 weeks to January 28, 2023.

United Natural Foods' shares spiral as market digests 2Q earnings miss, revised guidance

United Natural (UNFI) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -43.48% and 0.06%, respectively, for the quarter ended January 2023. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

United Natural Foods (UNFI) Q2 Earnings Lag Estimates

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The food distributor withdrew its long-term financial targets after missing earnings expectations in the second fiscal quarter.

United Natural Foods Slashes Profit Guidance. The Stock Is Plunging.

Shares of United Natural Foods Inc. UNFI, -0.92% plunged 20.8% toward a 19-month low in premarket trading Wednesday after the grocery wholesaler reported fiscal second-quarter profit that missed by a wide margin, as “rapidly accelerating inflation” took a bite out of results. Net income for the quarter to Jan. 29 fell to $19 million, 31 cents a share, from $66 million, or $1.08 a share, in the year-ago period.

United Natural Foods stock plunged toward a 1 1/2-year low after big earnings miss and lowered full-year outlook

PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI) (the “Company” or “UNFI”) today reported financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2023 (13 weeks) ended January 28, 2023. Second Quarter Fiscal 2023 Highlights (comparisons to second quarter fiscal 2022) Net sales increased 5.4% to $7.8 billion, primarily driven by inflation and new business Gross profit decreased $6 million, or 0.6%, to nearly $1.1 billion; prior to LIFO charge, gross profit rose 0.

United Natural Foods, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2023 Results

United Natural Foods' (UNFI) fiscal second-quarter results will likely reflect gains from strength in the e-commerce performance. Strong brands, professional services and fresh pillars bode well.

United Natural (UNFI) Queued for Q2 Earnings: Things to Note

PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI) will release financial results for its fiscal 2023 second quarter, ended January 28, 2023, the morning of Wednesday March 8, 2023. Management will host a conference call that morning at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss results. To access the conference call, please dial (888) 660 - 6768 (U.S. toll-free) and reference conference ID number 1099581.

United Natural Foods to Release Fiscal 2023 Second Quarter Results on March 8, 2023

BOONE, N.C. , Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI) ("UNFI") and ECRS, a Certified Evergreen™ transaction and retail solutions provider, today announced an agreement allowing ECRS to assist new and existing CATAPULT® retail users in taking advantage of the UNFI Professional Services suite from digital coupons and third-party delivery services to more affordable electronic payments.

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