Unifirst Corporation - Asset Resilience Ratio

Latest as of February 2026: 5.62%

Unifirst Corporation (UNF) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 5.62% as of February 2026. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. Check UNF strategic asset allocation to assess the company's strategic physical and investment asset allocation.

Liquid Assets

$157.46 Million
Cash + Short-term Investments

Total Assets

$2.80 Billion
All company assets

Resilience Assessment

Low
Financial Resilience Level

Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2012–2025)

This chart shows how Unifirst Corporation's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See UNF equity to assets ratio to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.

Liquid Assets Composition Over Time

This chart breaks down Unifirst Corporation's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For market capitalisation and broader financial context, see UNF market cap.

Current Liquid Assets Breakdown

Component Amount % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $151.79 Million 5.42%
Short-term Investments $5.66 Million 0.2%
Total Liquid Assets $157.46 Million 5.62%

Asset Resilience Insights

  • Limited Liquidity: Unifirst Corporation maintains only 5.62% of assets in liquid form.
  • This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
  • The company primarily holds liquidity in cash and equivalents rather than short-term investments.

Unifirst Corporation Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio

Compare Unifirst Corporation's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.

Company Industry Asset Resilience Ratio
Brambles Ltd
AU:BXB
Specialty Business Services 1.84%
CBIZ Inc
NYSE:CBZ
Specialty Business Services 0.40%
Diversified Royalty Corp
TO:DIV
Specialty Business Services 2.65%
Tongqinglou Dining Co Ltd
SHG:605108
Specialty Business Services 0.00%
COOR Service Management AB
ST:COOR
Specialty Business Services 5.52%
Smartgroup Corporation Ltd
AU:SIQ
Specialty Business Services 6.11%
Mader Group Ltd
AU:MAD
Specialty Business Services 4.89%
IPH Ltd
AU:IPH
Specialty Business Services 3.82%

Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Unifirst Corporation (2012–2025)

The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Unifirst Corporation.

Year Asset Resilience Ratio (%) Liquid Assets Total Assets Change
2025-08-31 7.53% $209.17 Million $2.78 Billion +1.04pp
2024-08-31 6.49% $175.08 Million $2.70 Billion +3.01pp
2023-08-31 3.49% $89.60 Million $2.57 Billion -12.02pp
2022-08-31 15.50% $376.40 Million $2.43 Billion -29.39pp
2021-08-31 44.89% $1.07 Billion $2.38 Billion -0.20pp
2020-08-31 45.09% $991.51 Million $2.20 Billion +26.27pp
2019-08-31 18.82% $385.34 Million $2.05 Billion +4.15pp
2018-08-31 14.67% $270.51 Million $1.84 Billion -4.55pp
2017-08-31 19.23% $349.75 Million $1.82 Billion -2.15pp
2016-08-31 21.37% $363.80 Million $1.70 Billion --
2015-08-31 0.00% $0.00 $1.53 Billion --
2014-08-31 0.00% $0.00 $1.42 Billion --
2013-08-31 0.00% $0.00 $1.37 Billion --
2012-08-31 0.00% $0.00 $1.24 Billion --
pp = percentage points

About Unifirst Corporation

NYSE:UNF USA Specialty Business Services
Market Cap
$3.81 Billion
Market Cap Rank
#4305 Global
#1454 in USA
Share Price
$262.41
Change (1 day)
-0.46%
52-Week Range
$150.02 - $275.65
All Time High
$275.65
About

UniFirst Corporation provides workplace uniforms and protective work wear clothing in the United States, Europe, and Canada. It operates in three segments: Uniform & Facility Service Solutions; First Aid & Safety Solutions; and Other. The company offers uniforms, including shirts, pants, jackets, coveralls, lab coats, smocks, and aprons; specialized protective wear comprising flame resistant and … Read more