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United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

United Community Banks, Inc. stock (UCB) is currently trading at $31.21. United Community Banks, Inc. PE ratio is 11.86. United Community Banks, Inc. PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.67. Analyst consensus price target for UCB is $37.33. WallStSmart rates UCB as Moderate Buy.

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UCB

United Community Banks, Inc.

NYSEFINANCIAL SERVICES
$31.21
$0.13 (0.42%)
52W$22.21
$36.47
Target$37.33+19.6%

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UCB Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB)

Margin of Safety
+58.4%
Strong Buy Zone
UCB Fair Value
$84.05
Graham Formula
Current Price
$31.21
$52.84 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $84.05
Overvalued
Price $31.21
Graham IV $84.05
Analyst $37.33

UCB trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $84.05, offering a 58% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

74
out of 100
Grade: B
Strong Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in operating margin, price/book, profit margin. Concerns around return on equity. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.

United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 9.4/10
Operating MarginProfitability
45.80%10/10

Keeps $46 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Price/BookValuation
0.9910/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

Profit MarginProfitability
32.40%10/10

Keeps $32 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
88.64%10/10

88.64% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$3.72B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
11.86
Undervalued
Forward P/E
12.53
Attractive
Trailing P/E
11.86
Undervalued

United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 5.4/10
Return on EquityProfitability
9.28%3/10

Low profitability relative to shareholder equity

PEG RatioValuation
1.676/10

Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive

Price/SalesValuation
3.676/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 3.67x sales

Revenue GrowthGrowth
10.50%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 10.50% per year

EPS GrowthGrowth
15.80%6/10

Solid earnings growth at 15.80%

United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 74/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.4/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 5.4/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (0.99) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 45.80%, Profit Margin at 32.40%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.67), Price/Sales (3.67) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 10.50%, EPS Growth at 15.80%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 9.28%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 9.28% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 10.50% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

The combination of Operating Margin and Price/Book makes a compelling case at current levels. The key risk is Return on Equity, but the overall fundamental picture is positive with a clear path to maintaining or improving the current B grade.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

UCB Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

UCB's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.67x trades 28% below its historical average of 5.11x (37th percentile). The current valuation is 65% below its historical high of 10.48x set in Dec 2006, and 840% above its historical low of 0.39x in Nov 2010.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB) · FINANCIAL SERVICESBANKS - REGIONAL

The Big Picture

United Community Banks, Inc. is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 1.0B with 11% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 32.4%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 32.4% and operating margin of 45.8% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 111M in free cash flow and 117M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 3.2%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

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Bottom Line

United Community Banks, Inc. is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 32.4% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions

Total Buys
0
Total Sells
0

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 10:05:36 AM

About United Community Banks, Inc.(UCB)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

BANKS - REGIONAL

Country

USA

United Community Banks, Inc. (UCB) is a leading regional bank based in Blairsville, Georgia, focusing on delivering a comprehensive range of financial services to both individual and business clients across the Southeastern United States. With a strong emphasis on community-oriented banking, UCB excels in commercial and retail banking, mortgage services, and wealth management solutions, supported by a track record of strategic acquisitions that drive consistent growth. The bank's solid financial performance, effective risk management, and commitment to exceptional customer service reinforce its competitive edge and establish it as a trusted partner in the financial sector.

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200 EAST CAMPERDOWN WAY, GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, 29601