UniFirst does not anticipate holding future discussions with Elis

UniFirst Corporation (UNF) issued the following statement related to recent industry activity: “UniFirst is regularly in contact with other companies in the industry related to various business matters. Following recent market rumors related to Elis SA (ELSSF) and its potential entry into the U.S. market, UniFirst contacted Elis to better understand those rumors and not with the intent of soliciting an offer. Those discussions have ended and, at this time, UniFirst does not anticipate holding future discussions with Elis. The Company is excited about the investments it continues to make in its people, technology, and infrastructure to support the business and believes that it has significant long-term potential.”