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United-GuardianUG +0.42%75 FCF Margin % is 48.29% as of Jun. 2026, which is 67% above its 10-year median of 28.93. GuruFocus rates UG with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.03 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,958 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, United-Guardian ranks better than 97.7% on this metric.
The historical data trend for United-Guardian's FCF Margin % can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, United-Guardian's FCF Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and FCF Margin % data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
United-Guardian FCF Margin % vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, United-Guardian's FCF Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where United-Guardian's FCF Margin % falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
United-Guardian (UG) has a FCF Margin % of 48.29% as of Jun. 2026. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on United-Guardian and its competitors. This is 67% above median its historical median of 28.93. Over the past decade, United-Guardian's FCF Margin % has ranged from 18.09 to 37.31. According to the industry distribution chart, United-Guardian ranks #45 out of 1958 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 2.3%.
Is United-Guardian's FCF Margin % too high?
United-Guardian's current FCF Margin % of 48.29% is 67% above median its 10-year median of 28.93. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 18.09 to a high of 37.31. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median FCF Margin % is 1.94. United-Guardian's value of 48.29% is 2389.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, United-Guardian ranks #45 out of 1958 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, United-Guardian has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does United-Guardian's FCF Margin % compare to GROV and RAY?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, United-Guardian ranks #45 out of 1958 companies for FCF Margin %. This places United-Guardian in the top 2% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median FCF Margin % is 1.94. United-Guardian's value of 48.29% is 2389.2% above this benchmark. Historically, United-Guardian's own FCF Margin % has ranged from 18.09 to 37.31 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 28.93 vs. the industry median of 1.94, United-Guardian has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good FCF Margin % for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median FCF Margin % among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 1.94, based on 1,958 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a FCF Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, FCF Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. United-Guardian's current FCF Margin % of 48.29% is 2389.2% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high FCF Margin % mean?
A high FCF Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on United-Guardian and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median FCF Margin % is 1.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. United-Guardian's current FCF Margin % is 48.29%, which is 67% above median its own 10-year median of 28.93. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is United-Guardian stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United-Guardian (UG) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.03, compared to a current price of $7.12 — trading 11.3% below its estimated fair value. The current FCF Margin % is 48.29%, which is 67% above median its 10-year median of 28.93 and 2389.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 1.94. United-Guardian's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is FCF Margin % calculated?
FCF Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For United-Guardian (UG), the current FCF Margin % is 48.29% as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is United-Guardian (UG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United-Guardian stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $7.12 is trading 11.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $8.03.
GuruFocus considers United-Guardian to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for UG:
FCF Margin %: 48.29% (67% above median its 10-year median of 28.93)
GF Value™: $8.03 vs. price of $7.12 (11.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 2389.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#45 of 1958)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
United-Guardian Inc manufactures, markets and develops specialty cosmetic, personal care and sexual wellness ingredients, and a line of healthcare products including pharmaceuticals and medical lubricants. Its pharmaceutical products are distributed through national drug wholesalers to pharmacies, physicians, and hospitals. It operates in one business segment and its current product lines are separated into four distinct product categories that are cosmetic ingredients, pharmaceuticals, medical lubricants and sexual wellness. The company's majority of revenue is derived from the sales of Pharmaceuticals in the United States.
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