United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure30 years of earnings data (1997–2026) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) Earnings Overview
As of November 8, 2026, United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $84M, reflecting +168.4% year-over-year growth. The company earned $1.34 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 0.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, UNFI's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -11.6%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $248M in fiscal 2022.
United Natural Foods, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 13.5%, operating margin of 0.9%, and net margin of 0.3%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including SYY ($1.81B net income, 2.1% margin), PFGC ($395M net income, 0.5% margin), USFD ($793M net income, 1.7% margin), UNFI has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare UNFI vs SYY →
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UNFI Historical Earnings Data (1997–2026)
30 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $84M | +171.2% | $290M | $1.34 | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2025 | -$118M | -5.4% | $105M | $-1.96 | -0.4% | 0.3% |
| 2024 | -$112M | -566.7% | $101M | $-1.89 | -0.4% | 0.3% |
| 2023 | $24M | -90.3% | $158M | $0.40 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| 2022 | $248M | +66.4% | $357M | $4.07 | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | $149M | +154.4% | $294M | $2.48 | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| 2020 | -$274M | +3.9% | -$193M | $-4.72 | -1.0% | -0.7% |
| 2019 | -$285M | -275.1% | -$196M | $-6.85 | -1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2018 | $163M | +25.1% | $224M | $3.26 | 1.6% | 2.2% |
| 2017 | $130M | +3.5% | $226M | $2.56 | 1.4% | 2.4% |
| 2016 | $126M | -9.3% | $224M | $2.50 | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| 2015 | $139M | +10.6% | $242M | $2.76 | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| 2014 | $125M | +16.3% | $211M | $2.52 | 1.8% | 3.1% |
| 2013 | $108M | +18.1% | $185M | $2.18 | 1.8% | 3.1% |
| 2012 | $91M | +19.1% | $155M | $1.86 | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| 2011 | $77M | +12.2% | $130M | $1.60 | 1.7% | 2.9% |
| 2010 | $68M | +15.4% | $115M | $1.57 | 1.8% | 3.1% |
| 2009 | $59M | +22.1% | $110M | $1.38 | 1.7% | 3.2% |
| 2008 | $48M | -3.3% | $92M | $1.13 | 1.4% | 2.7% |
| 2007 | $50M | +15.9% | $93M | $1.17 | 1.8% | 3.4% |
| 2006 | $43M | +4.1% | $80M | $1.02 | 1.8% | 3.3% |
| 2005 | $42M | +30.0% | $73M | $1.00 | 2.0% | 3.5% |
| 2004 | $32M | +58.2% | $58M | $0.78 | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| 2003 | $20M | +17.5% | $41M | $0.51 | 1.5% | 3.0% |
| 2002 | $17M | +28.8% | $40M | $0.45 | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| 2001 | $13M | +1185.1% | $30M | $0.35 | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| 2000 | -$1M | -109.1% | $6M | $-0.03 | -0.1% | 0.7% |
| 1999 | $14M | +3.1% | $31M | $0.37 | 1.6% | 3.6% |
| 1998 | $13M | +56.0% | $33M | $0.37 | 1.8% | 4.5% |
| 1997 | $8M | - | $19M | $0.28 | 2.0% | 4.4% |
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UNFI — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying UNFI stock.
What is UNFI earnings per share (EPS)?
UNFI trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $1.34, reflecting +168.4% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -11.6%. Complete EPS history from 1997 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is United Natural Foods, Inc.'s net income?
United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) trailing twelve-month net income is $84M as of 2026. Earnings grew +168.4% year-over-year.
Is UNFI profitable?
Yes, UNFI is profitable with a TTM net income of $84M and a net profit margin of +0.3%.
What is UNFI's earnings growth rate?
UNFI compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: N/A, 3-Year: +49.6%, 5-Year: -11.6%, 10-Year: -6.0%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1997 to 2026.
What are UNFI's profit margins?
United Natural Foods, Inc. net profit margin is +0.3%, operating margin is +0.9%, and gross margin is +13.5%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is +5.3%.
Is UNFI growing earnings?
Yes, UNFI earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +168.4% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of -11.6%. TTM net income reached $84M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was UNFI's best earnings year?
United Natural Foods, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $248M, achieved in fiscal year 2022. Earnings history on this page spans 1997 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were UNFI's earnings last quarter?
UNFI's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $35M with diluted EPS of $0.56. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.