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UVVUniversal Corporation
$51.38$1.3B
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UVV logoUniversal Corporation(UVV)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios

UVV•NYSE
$51.38
39.5× P/E·Price updated Jul 6, 2026
SectorConsumer DefensiveIndustryTobaccoSub-IndustryTobacco supply chain and accessories
AboutUniversal Corporation processes and supplies leaf tobacco and plant-based ingredients worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Tobacco Operations and Ingredients Operations. It is involved in the procuring, financing, processing, packing, storing, and shipping leaf tobacco for sale to manufacturers of consumer tobacco products. The company contracts, purchases, processes, and sells flue-cured, burley, and oriental tobaccos that are primarily used in the manufacture of cigarettes; and dark air-cured tobaccos principally used in the manufacture of cigars, natural wrapped cigars and cigarillos, smokeless, and pipe tobacco products. It also provides value-added services, including blending, chemical, and physical testing of tobacco; service cutting for various manufacturers; manufacturing reconstituted leaf tobacco; just-in-time inventory management services; electronic nicotine delivery systems; and smoke testing services for customers. In addition, the company offers testing services for crop protection agents and tobacco constituents in seed, leaf, and finished products, including e-cigarette liquids and vapors; and analytical services that include chemical compound testing in finished tobacco products and mainstream smoke. Further, it provides a various value-added manufacturing processes to produce specialty vegetable and fruit-based ingredients, as well as botanical extracts and flavorings for human and pet food markets; and recycles waste materials from tobacco production. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.Show more
  • Revenue$2.92B-0.8%
  • EBITDA$265M-12.9%
  • Net Income$33M-65.7%
  • EPS (Diluted)1.30-65.6%
  • Gross Margin17.51%-6.0%
  • EBITDA Margin9.05%-12.2%
  • Operating Margin7.23%-12.8%
  • Net Margin1.12%-65.4%
  • ROE2.2%-65.5%

UVV Price & Volume

Universal Corporation (UVV) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart

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Seasonal Volatility Masks Structural Margin Compression Risks

Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q4

VerdictNegative
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Strained
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Seasonal working capital volatility

Key Thesis Takeaways

  • Universal Corporation faces significant fundamental headwinds characterized by inconsistent revenue growth and bottom-line instability, as evidenced by the recent $43.3 million net loss in 2026Q4.
  • While the company maintains a consistent dividend policy, the reliance on seasonal tobacco procurement cycles creates extreme cash flow volatility that complicates long-term capital allocation.
  • Investors should monitor the sustainability of the 6.0% dividend yield against the backdrop of declining gross margins, which compressed from 20.7% in 2025Q3 to 13.8% by 2026Q4.

Verdict Logic

the company's inability to maintain consistent profitability, highlighted by a -6.1% net margin in 2026Q4, suggests that the current dividend payout may be at risk despite the 6.0% yield.

UVV Growth Metrics

Universal Corporation (UVV) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR

Revenue CAGR

10 Years3.27%
5 Years8.08%
3 Years4.4%
TTM-0.77%

Profit CAGR

10 Years-11.36%
5 Years-17.88%
3 Years-35.92%
TTM-65.66%

EPS CAGR

10 Years-10.45%
5 Years-18.11%
3 Years-36.05%
TTM-65.56%

Return on Capital

10 Years8.81%
5 Years9.35%
3 Years10.16%
Last Year9.52%

UVV Recent Earnings

Universal Corporation (UVV) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters

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●Beat EPS 1/12 qtrs (25%)●Beat Revenue 1/12 qtrs (25%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 28, 2026
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.46-142.6%
$1.08
Rev
$715M-1.8%
$728M
Q1 2026
Feb 9, 2026
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.35-29.7%
$1.92
Rev
$861M-7.1%
$927M
Q4 2025
Nov 5, 2025
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.36+1.5%
$1.34
Rev
$754M+7.1%
$704M
Q3 2025
Aug 6, 2025
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.38-67.8%
$1.18
Rev
$594M-15.7%
$704M
QuarterDateEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q2 2026LatestMay 28, 2026
$0.46vs $1.08-142.6%
$715Mvs $728M-1.8%
Q1 2026Feb 9, 2026
$1.35vs $1.92-29.7%
$861Mvs $927M-7.1%
Q4 2025Nov 5, 2025
$1.36vs $1.34+1.5%
$754Mvs $704M+7.1%
Q3 2025Aug 6, 2025
$0.38vs $1.18-67.8%
$594Mvs $704M-15.7%
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →

Latest UVV News

Recent stock market news and headlines for Universal Corporation (UVV)

PRNewsWire·Jun 24, 2026
Universal Technical Institute Announces HVACR Program at Lisle Campus

PHOENIX and LISLE, Ill., June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the automotive/diesel, skilled trades, electrical, and energy education division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc., today announced the expansion of its HVACR program to its UTI-Lisle campus.

Business Wire·Jun 22, 2026
Universal Display Corporation Congratulates Prof. Stephen R.

EWING, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $OLED #OLED--Universal Display Corporation congratulates Prof. Stephen R. Forrest on election to the UK's Royal Society.

24/7 Wall Street·Jun 16, 2026
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Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for Universal Corporation (UVV)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
UVV logoUVVUniversal CorporationCurrent
$51.38$1.28B39.52-0.77%1.12%2.2%6.28%
MO logoMOAltria Group, Inc.
$71.88$120.18B17.49-1.49%36.91%——
PM logoPMPhilip Morris International Inc.
$184.76$287.95B25.457.31%26.74%——
BTI logoBTIBritish American Tobacco p.l.c.
$61.46$133.15B13.21-0.99%21.04%21.69%—
DIOD logoDIODDiodes Incorporated
$97.64$4.49B68.2813.04%5.5%4.4%—
TPB logoTPBTurning Point Brands, Inc.
$85.54$1.66B27.5028.39%11.53%16.54%—

Compare UVV vs Peers

Universal Corporation (UVV) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

vs MO

Most directly comparable listed peer for UVV.

Scale Benchmark

vs PM

Larger-name benchmark to compare UVV against a more recognizable public peer.

Peer Set

Compare Top 5

vs MO, PM, BTI, DIOD

UVV SEC Filings & Documents

Universal Corporation (UVV) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)

8-K Announcements

6
Material company update

May 28, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Feb 9, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Jan 29, 2026·SEC

10-K Annual Reports

4
FY 2026

Jun 1, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

May 30, 2025·SEC

FY 2024

May 29, 2024·SEC

10-Q Quarterly Reports

6
FY 2026

Feb 9, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Nov 5, 2025·SEC

FY 2025

Aug 6, 2025·SEC

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UVV Frequently Asked Questions

Universal Corporation (UVV) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is Universal Corporation's revenue?

Universal Corporation (UVV) reported $2.92B in revenue for fiscal year 2026. This represents a 18% decrease from $3.57B in 1997.

How fast is Universal Corporation growing?

Universal Corporation (UVV) saw revenue decline by 0.8% over the past year.

Is UVV profitable?

Yes, Universal Corporation (UVV) is profitable, generating $32.6M in net income for fiscal year 2026 (1.1% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does UVV pay dividends?

Yes, Universal Corporation (UVV) pays a dividend with a yield of 6.28%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.

What is UVV's return on equity?

Universal Corporation (UVV) has a return on equity (ROE) of 2.2%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.

What is Universal Corporation's free cash flow?

Universal Corporation (UVV) generated $80.3M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2026. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.

What if you invested $1,000 in UVV back in 1997?

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