$45.59+0.81 (+1.81%)
At close: Oct 2, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
United Natural Foods Inc. · Tenets
How UNFI measures up against value, income, timing, and long-hold tenets. Every criterion shows the live number and the pass rule. Always free.
The tenets below and the 0-100 Tenet Score on this report are two separate computations: each tenet runs its own criteria and its own pass rule, while the score is a percentile composite reported as one of four verdict words (Strong, Solid, Mixed or Weak).
0 / 17 qualify todayas of 2026-10-02 · computed nightly from our fundamentals DB; point-in-time auditable.
QUALIFIES
0
meet every gate today
BORDERLINE
6
within one input of the gate
FAILS
8
miss at least one gate
UNKNOWN
3
insufficient data to judge
passesfailsborderlineunknown
Value — six classic philosophies
Buffett Qualitydurable moat
✕ FailsFailsROE ≥ 15%(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)5.3% · ≥ 15.0%
FailsGross margin ≥ 40%(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)13.5% · ≥ 40.0%
FailsNet margin ≥ 15%(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)0.3% · ≥ 15.0%
FailsDebt/equity ≤ 0.5(quarter ending Aug 1, 2026)0.97 · ≤ 0.50
PassesGrowing FCF (multi-yr)(fiscal 2021 to 2026)1.2% per year · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Buffett Quality.The pass rule for Buffett Quality is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Buffett Quality under The screens ›
Piotroski F-Scorefinancial strength
~ 7 / 9PassesReturn on assets positive(fiscal 2026)1.2% · > 0
PassesOperating cash flow positive(fiscal 2026)$540.0M · > 0
PassesReturn on assets improving(fiscal 2026)−1.5% → 1.2%
PassesEarnings backed by cash (CFO > net income)(fiscal 2026)$540.0M vs $84.0M
PassesLeverage falling (long-term debt / assets)(fiscal 2026)24.5% → 22.0%
FailsCurrent ratio improving(fiscal 2026)1.32 → 1.29
FailsNo share dilution (≤ +2%)(fiscal 2026)+4.3%
PassesGross margin expanding(fiscal 2026)13.3% → 13.5%
PassesAsset turnover improving(fiscal 2026)4.18 → 4.38
Decided by the pass rule for Piotroski F-Score.The pass rule for Piotroski F-Score is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. These checks score 7 of 9.Piotroski F-Score under The screens ›
Munger Compoundershigh-ROIC quality
~ BorderlineFailsROIC ≥ 15%(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)5.5% · ≥ 15.0%
PassesNet debt/EBITDA ≤ 3×(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)3.0× · ≤ 3.0×
PassesAltman Z ≥ 3 (safe zone)(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)5.16 · ≥ 3.00
Decided by the pass rule for Munger Compounders.The pass rule for Munger Compounders is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Munger Compounders under The screens ›
Magic FormulaROC + earnings yield (threshold check; full rank needs universe)
✕ FailsPassesEBIT > 0(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)$211.0M · > 0
FailsEarnings yield EBIT/EV ≥ 6%(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)5.0% · ≥ 6.0%
FailsReturn on capital ≥ 25%(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)8.7% · ≥ 25.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Magic Formula.The pass rule for Magic Formula is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.About this screen ›
Graham Defensivemargin of safety
✕ FailsPassesSize: market cap ≥ $2B$2.7B · ≥ $2.0B
FailsCurrent ratio ≥ 2(quarter ending Aug 1, 2026)1.29 · ≥ 2.00
FailsPositive EPS 10y6y
FailsPays a dividend$0.00 · > 0
FailsEPS growth ≥ 3%/yr(fiscal 2021 to 2026)−11.6% per year · ≥ 3.0%
FailsP/E ≤ 15(TTM through the newest quarter)33.48 · ≤ 15.00
FailsP/E × P/B ≤ 22.5(TTM through the newest quarter)55.78 · ≤ 22.50
Decided by the pass rule for Graham Defensive.The pass rule for Graham Defensive is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Graham Defensive under The screens ›
Lynch GARPgrowth at reasonable price (historical-CAGR basis)
— Insufficient inputs (1 of 2 known)Unknown — no dataPEG < 1 (hist. growth)— · < 1.00
FailsEPS growth 10–30%(fiscal 2021 to 2026)−11.6% per year · 10.0%–30.0%
Verdict Unknown for this set.Verdict Unknown for this set. 1 of 2 checks below carry data.Lynch GARP under The screens ›
Income — dividend safety
Income & Dividend Safetycoverage over headline yield
— Insufficient inputs (1 of 5 known)FailsPays a dividend$0.00 · > 0
Unknown — no dataYield in a healthy band (not a yield trap)0.0% · 1.0%–8.0%
Unknown — no dataCovered by free cash flow161.50 · ≥ 1.20
Unknown — no dataEarnings payout not stretched— · ≤ 75.0%
Unknown — no dataBalance sheet can sustain the payout3.0× · ≤ 4.0×
Verdict Unknown for this set.Verdict Unknown for this set. 1 of 5 checks below carry data. The pass rule for Income & Dividend Safety is not published separately on the methodology page.
Dividend Growthraises you can count on
— Insufficient inputs (1 of 6 known)FailsPays a dividend$0.00 · > 0
Unknown — no dataAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)— · ≥ 10.00
Unknown — no dataNo dividend cut in the last 5 years—
Unknown — no data5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr— · ≥ 5.0%
Unknown — no dataCovered by free cash flow161.50 · ≥ 1.20
Unknown — no dataPayout not stretched— · ≤ 75.0%
Verdict Unknown for this set.Verdict Unknown for this set. 1 of 6 checks below carry data.Dividend Growth under The screens ›
Long Hold — quality compounders
Quality Compounderhigh returns, reinvested, few new shares
✕ FailsFailsReturn on invested capital ≥ 15% in 4+ of the last 5 years0 of 5
FailsRevenue compounding ≥ 8%/yr over 5 years2.9% per year · ≥ 8.0%
FailsNot diluting: diluted share count flat-to-down (≤ +1%/yr)2.6% · ≤ 1.0%
FailsFree cash flow margin ≥ 12%1.0% · ≥ 12.0%
PassesEarnings backed by cash (operating cash flow ≥ net income)6.43 · ≥ 1.00
Reading: does not hold. Not a gate checkDisciplined buybacks: actively reducing the share count (bonus)reading, not a gate check2.6%
Decided by the pass rule for Quality Compounder.The pass rule for Quality Compounder is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. Lines marked as readings are published beside the checks and are not gate checks.Quality Compounder under The screens ›
Timing — dip & swing receipts
Drawdown Contexta dip, not a collapse
~ BorderlinePassesOff its 52-week high by 8–35% (a dip, not a collapse)21.5% · 8.0%–35.0%
PassesDip within its own normal pullback band0.16
PassesNot past where its dips have historically recovered from1.15
PassesA dip in an uptrend (above a rising 200-day)44.35
FailsHigher-low structure still intactstructure broken · no higher low
PassesClear of the earnings blackout (more than 5 days out)67.00 · > 5.00
Decided by the pass rule for Drawdown Context.The pass rule for Drawdown Context is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Reversal Evidencedaily close onlysigns the pullback is turning
✕ FailsFailsA bullish MACD cross within 10 sessions12.00 · ≤ 10.00
FailsReclaimed a rising 50-day EMA46.40
FailsPrinted a higher lowno
FailsA volume thrust on the turn (≥ 1.2× normal)1.19 · ≥ 1.20
FailsReversal signals fired: 3 of 4 (MACD·MA·HL·Vol)0.00 · ≥ 3.00
Decided by the pass rule for Reversal Evidence.The pass rule for Reversal Evidence is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Not-a-Value-Trap Gatecheap for a good reason, not a broken one
✕ FailsFailsIn the cheap half of its own 5-year valuation range(through fiscal 2026)0.7×
Not scored: see the reason belowEarnings estimates not being cutThe 90-day estimate-revision window is still filling (23 days on record so far). The reading beside this line is real, but a window this short can reverse, so it is shown rather than scored.0.00
PassesReturns on capital not deteriorating0.05
Decided by the pass rule for Not-a-Value-Trap Gate.The pass rule for Not-a-Value-Trap Gate is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 3 carry no data.
Quality Floorpasses the quality/value gate on this dip
~ BorderlinePassesOperating profit is positive(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)$211.0M · > 0
FailsReturn on invested capital ≥ 10%(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)5.5% · ≥ 10.0%
PassesA solvent balance sheet (Altman Z ≥ 1.8, net debt/EBITDA ≤ 4)(TTM through Aug 1, 2026)5.2×
PassesQuality score ≥ 5052.40 · ≥ 50.00
PassesRevenue growing over 5 years(fiscal 2021 to 2026)2.9% per year · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Quality Floor.The pass rule for Quality Floor is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Qualified Dipa pullback with receipts, not a falling knife
~ BorderlineA research signal from published criteria, not a recommendation.
FailsDrawdown context21.5% off its 52-week high
FailsReversal evidence0 of 4 signals fired
FailsTrap gate1 of 3 held · 1 no data
FailsQuality floor4 of 5 held
Invalidation level (structure break): below this the dip's structure has broken$45.57
Decided by the pass rule for Qualified Dip.The pass rule for Qualified Dip is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Qualified Dip under The screens ›
Trend Alignmentprice in a confirmed uptrend
✕ FailsFailsTrading above its 50-day average46.73
PassesTrading above its 200-day average44.35
Passes50-day average above the 200-day (uptrend stack)46.73
Fails50-day average sloping up−0.03 · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Trend Alignment.The pass rule for Trend Alignment is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Relative Strengthoutperforming, ranked vs the universe
~ BorderlinePasses3-month return in the top half of the universe0.61 · ≥ 0.50
Passes12-minus-1 momentum in the top half of the universe0.61 · ≥ 0.50
FailsRelative strength vs the S&P 500 improving−0.00 · > 0
Not scored: see the reason belowEarnings estimates being revised upThe 90-day estimate-revision window is still filling (23 days on record so far). The reading beside this line is real, but a window this short can reverse, so it is shown rather than scored.0.00
Decided by the pass rule for Relative Strength.The pass rule for Relative Strength is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 4 carry no data.
Momentum Triggera trigger you can see
✕ FailsPassesMACD above its signal line−0.35
FailsBack above the 50-day on a fresh cross (≤10 sessions)12.00
FailsHigher high and higher low (stair-stepping up)no higher high · no higher low
FailsA volume thrust on the move (≥ 1.2× normal)1.19 · ≥ 1.20
Decided by the pass rule for Momentum Trigger.The pass rule for Momentum Trigger is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Volatility Regimecontext, not a signal
Context, not scoredAverage daily swing: elevated0.04
Volatility band width: squeezed (compressed range)0.09
Distance from its 52-week high: mid-range0.21
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Unknown ≠ failAn “— Unknown” verdict means the inputs were insufficient: context, not a signal, and never counted as a fail.
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