Universal Corporation
UVVConsumer DefensiveNASDAQTobacco
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Daily timeframeUniversal Corporation, a business-to-business agriproducts company, provides leaf tobacco and plant-based ingredients to food and beverage end markets worldwide. At a $978.3M market cap, Universal Corporation ranks as a small-cap company within consumer defensive. The company operates in two segments, Tobacco Operations and Ingredients Operations.
Market Cap
$978.3M
Beta
0.57
P/E (TTM)
51.70
P/E (Fwd)
9.95
EPS (TTM)
$0.76
EPS (Fwd)
$3.95
ROE
2.3%
ROA
3.6%
Cash
$173.6M
Total Debt
$1.22B
Free CF
$155.9M
52W Change
-24.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where UVV stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, UVV finished 18.35% below its 150-day moving average ($48.45) and 19.56% below its 200-day moving average ($49.18). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is UVV overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, UVV's RSI(14) was 37.4, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $173.6M in cash, though total debt stands at $1.22B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company generates $155.9M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 2.3%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 3.6% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $2.10B (2022) to $2.92B (2026), reflecting a 39% increase over the period.
The relatively low beta of 0.57 suggests UVV is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. At over 50x earnings, UVV carries valuation risk — any slowdown in growth expectations could lead to meaningful price adjustments. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing UVV.