United Natural Foods Reports Strong Q4 Profitability Amid Operational Improvements
On September 8, United Natural Foods Inc. (NYSE:UNFI) reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year FY26 results, showing a significant turnaround in profitability. The company posted an adjusted EBITDA of $172 million for the quarter—a 48.3% increase from Q4 FY25—and moved from a net loss to a profit with a net income of $35 million compared to -$87 million last year. Operational improvements, including cost-saving initiatives and network optimizations, contributed to better gross margins (13.7%) and improved performance in distribution centers. For the full fiscal year, adjusted EBITDA grew by 27% to $701 million, while free cash flow reached $323 million. Despite these gains, net sales declined slightly due to optimization initiatives that reduced short-term revenue growth. Capital spending also rose during Q4 as United invested in technology and supply chain upgrades.
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