UNFI Q3 FY2026: Sales down 4.2% to $7.7B, Adjusted EBITDA up 16.6%

United Natural Foods reported third quarter fiscal 2026 results with net sales declining 4.2% to $7.7 billion due to optimization actions, while adjusted EBITDA increased 16.6% to $183 million and adjusted EPS rose to $0.77. The company improved its leverage ratio to 2.5x and repurchased 990,000 shares, demonstrating stronger operational efficiency and balance sheet health despite top-line headwinds.