1. UniFirst's nominees re-elected to Board of Directors, indicating stability. 2. Board emphasizes constructive engagement with shareholders for value enhancement. 3. Preliminary results pending final certification from Inspector of Elections.
FAQ
Why Bullish?
Stable leadership typically boosts investor confidence. Historically, re-elections coincide with share price resilience.
How important is it?
Strong leadership often correlates with better performance, positively influencing shareholder expectations.
Why Short Term?
Immediate investor sentiments may shift positively due to stability and engagement efforts.
WILMINGTON, Mass., Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UniFirst Corporation (the "Company" or "UniFirst") (NYSE:UNF), a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid and safety services, today announced that the preliminary vote count from the Company's proxy solicitor indicates that the Company's nominees, Steven S. Sintros and Joseph M. Nowicki, were re-elected to the UniFirst Board of Directors (the "Board") at the Company's Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
The Board issued the following statement:
The Board and management team appreciate the active dialogue we have had with our shareholders and look forward to further constructive engagement to advance our common goal of enhancing value. We remain open-minded and will continue to take actions and make decisions that we believe are in the best interest of all UniFirst shareholders.
The results announced today are considered preliminary until final results are tabulated and certified by the independent Inspector of Elections. UniFirst will report final results on a Form 8-K that will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
About UniFirst
Headquartered in Wilmington, Mass., UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF) is a North American leader in the supply and servicing of uniform and workwear programs, facility service products, as well as first aid and safety supplies and services. Together with its subsidiaries, the company also manages specialized garment programs for the cleanroom and nuclear industries. In addition to partnering with leading brands, UniFirst manufactures its own branded workwear, protective clothing, and floorcare products at its three company-owned manufacturing facilities. With more than 270 service locations, over 300,000 customer locations, and 16,000-plus employee Team Partners, the company outfits more than 2 million workers every day. For additional information, contact UniFirst at 888.296.2740 or visit UniFirst.com. Follow UniFirst on Social Media: LinkedIn, Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram.
Investor Relations Contact:
Shane O'Connor, Executive Vice President & CFO
UniFirst Corporation
978-658-8888
shane_oconnor@unifirst.com
Media Contact:
Matthew Sherman / Joe Sala / Aura Reinhard
Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher
212-355-4449
