UVV Universal PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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- NYSE: UVV
- PE Ratio
The price-to-earnings ratio for Universal stock stands at 15.89 as of Jun 5, 2025. This results from the current EPS of $3.81 and stock price of $60.54. An increase of 37% has been recorded in the P/E ratio compared to the average of 11.6 of the last 4 quarters.
UVV PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Universal has been 17.61. The current 15.89 PE ratio is 10% below the historical average. In the past ten years, UVV's PE ratio was at its highest in the Mar 2017 quarter at 79.49, with a price of $70.75 and an EPS of $0.89. The Sep 2023 quarter recorded the bottom point at 9.63, with a price of $47.21 and an EPS of $4.9.
Universal PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 481.92% in 2017
Maximum annual decrease: -85.41% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14.71 | 36.84% | $56.05 | $3.81 |
| 2024 | 10.75 | 1.8% | $51.72 | $4.81 |
| 2023 | 10.56 | -36.35% | $52.89 | $5.01 |
| 2022 | 16.59 | -0.18% | $58.07 | $3.5 |
| 2021 | 16.62 | 7.92% | $58.99 | $3.55 |
| 2020 | 15.4 | 10.63% | $44.21 | $2.87 |
| 2019 | 13.92 | 20% | $57.63 | $4.14 |
| 2018 | 11.6 | -85.41% | $48.5 | $4.18 |
| 2017 | 79.49 | 481.92% | $70.75 | $0.89 |
| 2016 | 13.66 | 25.44% | $56.81 | $4.16 |
| 2015 | 10.89 | 12.38% | $47.16 | $4.33 |
| 2014 | 9.69 | -12.7% | $55.89 | $5.77 |
| 2013 | 11.1 | -20.94% | $56.04 | $5.05 |
| 2012 | 14.04 | 91.54% | $46.6 | $3.32 |
| 2011 | 7.33 | -13.56% | $43.54 | $5.94 |
Universal PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 14.71 | 35.7% | $56.05 | $3.81 |
| Dec 2024 | 10.84 | -1.81% | $54.84 | $5.06 |
| Sep 2024 | 11.04 | 12.31% | $53.11 | $4.81 |
| Jun 2024 | 9.83 | -8.56% | $48.19 | $4.9 |
| Mar 2024 | 10.75 | -14.41% | $51.72 | $4.81 |
| Dec 2023 | 12.56 | 30.43% | $67.32 | $5.36 |
| Sep 2023 | 9.63 | -10.34% | $47.21 | $4.9 |
| Jun 2023 | 10.74 | 1.7% | $49.94 | $4.65 |
| Mar 2023 | 10.56 | -22.41% | $52.89 | $5.01 |
| Dec 2022 | 13.61 | 6.75% | $52.81 | $3.88 |
| Sep 2022 | 12.75 | -25.83% | $46.04 | $3.61 |
| Jun 2022 | 17.19 | 3.62% | $60.5 | $3.52 |
| Mar 2022 | 16.59 | 22.62% | $58.07 | $3.5 |
| Dec 2021 | 13.53 | 12% | $54.92 | $4.06 |
| Sep 2021 | 12.08 | -25.57% | $48.33 | $4 |
UVV Price vs fair value
UVV average PE ratio chart
Currently, UVV's PE ratio is greater than its 3 and 5-year historical averages, but it is lower than the 10-year average.
UVV PE vs peers
Compared to its peer PM, UVV's PE ratio stands lower, however it is higher than MO's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| MO Altria Group Inc | 9.94 | $99.92B |
| UVV Universal Corp | 15.72 | $1.48B |
| PM Philip Morris International Inc | 37.34 | $283.04B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Universal's PE ratio?
UVV's price to earnings ratio is 15.89 as of Jun 5, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Universal (UVV)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for UVV stock is 12.02.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Universal (UVV)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for UVV stock is 13.52.
What is the highest PE ratio for UVV?
In the last ten years, the Mar 2017 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 79.49.
How does the current PE ratio for UVV compare to its historical average?
UVV's price to earnings ratio is currently 10% below its 10-year historical average.
How is UVV's PE ratio calculated (Universal PE ratio formula)?
To determine the PE ratio, divide the most recent stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Jun 5, 2025), Universal's stock price is $60.54. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2025 is $3.81. Therefore, Universal's P/E ratio for today is 15.89. PE RATIO(15.89) = STOCK PRICE($60.54) / TTM EPS($3.81)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.