Universal Corporation (UVV) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Universal Corporation stock (UVV) is currently trading at $50.89. Universal Corporation PE ratio is 11.92. Universal Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.46. Analyst consensus price target for UVV is $78.00. WallStSmart rates UVV as Hold.
- UVV PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- UVV PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- UVV intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- UVV stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- UVV fair value vs current price
- UVV insider transactions and insider buying
- Is UVV undervalued or overvalued?
- Universal Corporation financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- UVV Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- UVV analyst price target and Smart Rating
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UVV Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Universal Corporation (UVV)
UVV trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $207.79, offering a 75% 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.
Smart Analysis
Universal Corporation (UVV) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
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 price/sales, price/book, eps growth. Concerns around peg ratio and return on equity. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Universal Corporation (UVV) Key Strengths (4)
Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue
Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets
Earnings per share surging 32.00% year-over-year
86.13% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Supporting Valuation Data
Universal Corporation (UVV) Areas to Watch (6)
Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium
Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency
Very thin margins, barely profitable
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Modest revenue growth at 6.10%
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Universal Corporation (UVV) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 59/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.46), Price/Book (0.89) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 32.00%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (3.01) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 6.10%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 8.86%, Operating Margin at 8.97%, Profit Margin at 3.74%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether PEG Ratio improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 8.86% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 6.10% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Price/Sales, Price/Book) and negatives (PEG Ratio, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
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.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Universal Corporation (UVV) · CONSUMER DEFENSIVE › TOBACCO
The Big Picture
Universal Corporation is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 3.0B with 6% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 374.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 886.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 95M in free cash flow and 114M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 6.1%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor TOBACCO industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Universal Corporation.
Bottom Line
Universal Corporation is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 374.0% 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(2 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
SLEDD, ROBERT C Director | Sell | -1,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
FREEMAN, LENNART R. Director | Sell | -3,746 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 8:16:12 AM
About Universal Corporation(UVV)
NYSE
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE
TOBACCO
USA
Universal Corporation processes and supplies leaf tobacco and plant ingredients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.