Unifi Inc (UFI)
NYSEConsumer DiscretionaryManufacturing - TextilesSnapshot 2026-09-04
$7.12+1.28%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEConsumer DiscretionaryManufacturing - TextilesSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · UFI
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance sits well below its industry cohort — worth keeping an eye on, though it has not freshly broken.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | -47.8% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 7.6% |
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 55.4 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 1 industry peers · Company calendar date is not available
UFI — earnings in line
Dated 2026-08-19
Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 19, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing its operating results for the fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 28, 2026, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.
Why it matters: Strong cash flow is key for Unifi's recovery. It shows better efficiency and financial health.
Supportive ifCash flow from operations exceeds $10 million in Q1.
Worry ifCash flow from operations remains below $5 million in Q1.
Why it matters: Sales growth shows that demand is coming back. This is important for making more money.
Supportive ifNet sales increase by more than 5% in Q4 fiscal 2026 compared to Q3.
Worry ifNet sales decrease or stay flat in Q4 fiscal 2026 compared to Q3.
Why it matters: Improving gross profit shows cost-saving efforts are working. It can lead to better overall results.
Supportive ifAmericas Segment gross profit increases by more than $5 million in Q4 fiscal 2026.
Worry ifAmericas Segment gross profit decreases or stays the same in Q4 fiscal 2026.
Why it matters: Closing this sale will lower debt. It will also give Unifi more financial options.
Supportive ifThe sale closes and Unifi reports a reduction in debt by at least $60 million.
Worry ifIf the sale does not close by the end of fiscal Q2, there may be problems.
Why it matters: Lower SG&A expenses show good cost control. This helps meet profit goals.
Supportive ifSG&A expenses reported below $11 million in Q1.
Worry ifSG&A expenses exceed $12 million in Q1.
Why it matters: Closing this sale will reduce debt and improve financial flexibility. It is a key step in the company's turnaround plan.
Supportive ifThe sale closes successfully and proceeds are used to pay down debt.
Worry ifThe sale does not close or is delayed, impacting debt reduction plans.
Why it matters: Growth in Brazil is important for Unifi's profits. It shows management's focus is working.
Supportive ifBrazil Segment sales increase year over year by more than 5%.
Worry ifBrazil Segment sales decline or remain flat year over year.
Why it matters: Earnings results will show if cash flow and profits keep improving.
Supportive ifQ4 fiscal 2026 earnings show cash flow from operations over $8 million.
Worry ifQ4 fiscal 2026 earnings report cash flow from operations is negative.
Why it matters: The success of Luxel™ can show Unifi's innovation strength. It may boost sales and market position.
Supportive ifSales from Luxel™ yarn exceed $1 million in the first quarter after launch.
Worry ifSales from Luxel™ yarn are below $500,000 in the first quarter after launch.
Why it matters: More working capital is needed to support sales growth and handle inflation.
Supportive ifWorking capital rises by over 10% from the last quarter.
Worry ifWorking capital falls or stays the same from the last quarter.
Why it matters: Cost savings will help profits and balance out lower sales in the Americas.
Supportive ifCost savings in the Americas Segment exceed 10% year over year in Q4.
Worry ifCost savings in the Americas Segment fall below 5% year over year in Q4.
Why it matters: Growth in REPREVE revenue shows strong demand for eco-friendly products.
Supportive ifREPREVE revenue increases by more than 10% compared to the previous quarter.
Worry ifREPREVE revenue falls or stays the same from the last quarter.
Why it matters: Earnings results will show if the company is still improving after the recent gain.
Watch forEarnings beat expectations again in Q3 2026.
Also watch forEarnings miss expectations in Q3 2026.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
No outside relationship met the current evidence threshold.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$206 on $10,000 · ±2.1% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $420 loss on $10,000 · 4.2% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $3,753 loss on $10,000 · 37.5% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
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