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4.1
Weak

UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ (UVV)

Consumer Staples / Tobacco

S&P SmallCap 600

$52.38

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Weak

Score based on 4 of 5 models — moderate confidence

#827out of 1127 in Consumer Staples

Is UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ a Good Investment in 2026?

UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ (UVV) scores 4.1 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Graham model rates UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ as Attractive (24% below fair value). However, the Buffett model rates it Caution. UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ currently trades below its estimated fair value of $77, suggesting potential upside. UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ ranks #827 out of 1127 stocks in the Consumer Staples sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E13.8ROE6.5Market Cap1BDiv Yield5.9

Estimated Fair Value

$76.6732% below

Fair value above market price. P/E of 14x is moderate for this quality level.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Neutral

4/9

Buffett

Caution

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Attractive

24% below fair value

Lynch

Attractive

Growth rate vs price (PEG)

Greenblatt

Neutral

Bottom half (rank 51%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ (UVV) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ (UVV) scores 4.1 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Fair value above market price. P/E of 14x is moderate for this quality level.
What is UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/'s Piotroski F-Score?
UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/'s Piotroski F-Score status is Neutral. The raw score is 4/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is UVV overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $77, UVV appears undervalued. The stock currently trades 32% below its estimated fair value. Fair value above market price. P/E of 14x is moderate for this quality level.
How does UVV compare to other Consumer Staples stocks?
UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/ ranks #827 out of 1127 stocks in the Consumer Staples sector, placing it in the top 73% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about UVV?
AlphaStocks evaluates UVV using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Neutral; Buffett: Caution; Graham: Attractive; Lynch: Attractive; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Neutral. These models are combined into a single composite score of 4.1/10.

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