An industry leader is making its definitive move. Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS), the largest player in the corporate uniform and business services sector, has publicly advanced a compelling $5.2 billion, all-cash offer to acquire its key rival, UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF).
First delivered to UniFirst's board on Dec. 12, 2025, the proposed price of $275 per share is the culmination of a multi-year pursuit, signaling deep conviction from Cintas's management in the deal's strategic importance. This move stands to fundamentally reshape the competitive landscape of the North American business services industry, creating a single entity of unprecedented scale and market power.
