UniFirst Corp Receives $275 Acquisition Proposal from Cintas, Valuing Company at $5.2 Billion
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 22 2025
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Source: Benzinga
- Acquisition Proposal: Cintas Corporation has proposed to acquire UniFirst for $275 per share in cash, valuing the company at approximately $5.2 billion, which represents a 64% premium over its 90-day average closing price, indicating strong market confidence in UniFirst's growth potential.
- Stock Reaction: Following the announcement, UniFirst's stock surged 21.8% to $207.50, reflecting investor optimism regarding the acquisition and enhancing the company's market position within the industry.
- Market Impact: This acquisition proposal could not only alter UniFirst's strategic direction but also trigger further M&A activity among competitors, intensifying market competition.
- Financial Outlook: Cintas's intent to acquire signals confidence in UniFirst's financial health and market performance, potentially providing UniFirst with stronger resource support and opportunities for market expansion.
Analyst Views on CTAS
Wall Street analysts forecast CTAS stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for CTAS is 213.90 USD with a low forecast of 181.00 USD and a high forecast of 245.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
14 Analyst Rating
5 Buy
8 Hold
1 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 193.890
Low
181.00
Averages
213.90
High
245.00
Current: 193.890
Low
181.00
Averages
213.90
High
245.00
About CTAS
Cintas Corporation develops uniform programs using fabric. The Company helps businesses of all types and sizes, primarily in the United States, as well as Canada and Latin America. The Company operates through two segments: Uniform Rental and Facility Services segment and the First Aid and Safety Services segment. The Uniform Rental and Facility Services segment consists of the rental and servicing of uniforms and other garments, including flame resistant clothing, mats, mops and shop towels and other ancillary items. This segment also includes restroom cleaning services and supplies and the sale of items from its catalogs to its customers. The First Aid and Safety Services segment consists of first aid and safety products and services. The remainder of its segments, which consists of the Fire Protection Services segment and the Uniform Direct Sale segment, is included in All Other. It provides its products and services to small service and manufacturing companies and to corporations.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
