UVV (Universal) GF Score: 72/100 (As of Jul. 05, 2026) — Near Median


UVV Universal Corp UVV
72 GF Score
Price $51.62
GF Value $53.94
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Universal GF Score?

Universal UVV -0.88% 72 GF Score is 72 as of Jul. 05, 2026, which is 4% below its 10-year median of 75.00. GuruFocus rates UVV with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $53.94 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Universal has the GF Score of 72, which implies that the company is Likely to have average performance.

The GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation, which has been found to be closely correlated to the long-term performances of stocks by backtesting from 2006 to 2021. The stocks with a higher GF Score generally generate higher returns than those with lower GF Scores. Therefore, when picking stocks, investors should invest in companies with high GF Scores. The GF Score ranges from 0 to 100, with 100 as the highest rank.

GF Score takes following five key aspects into consideration:

1. Financial Strength : 5/10
2. Profitability Rank : 7/10
3. Growth Rank : 3/10
4. GF Value Rank : 9/10
5. Momentum Rank : 5/10

Each one of these components is ranked and the ranks also have positive correlation with the long term performances of stocks. The GF score is calculated using the five key aspects of analysis. Through backtesting, we know that each of these key aspects has a different impact on the stock price performance. Thus, they are weighted differently when calculating the total score. The Profitability Rank and the Growth Rank are weighted fully, while other parameters have less weight.

Based on research and backtesting result, GuruFocus believes Universal is Likely to have average performance.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

Universal  (NYSE:UVV) GF Score Explanation

Based on the historical long-term performances among five valuation aspects, the GF Score is found to be closely correlated to the long-term performances of stocks. It ranges from 0 to 100, with 100 as the highest. GuruFocus divided GF Score into following 5 categories:

GF Score Performance Potential and All-in-One Screener Examples (1)
91 - 100Highest outperformance potential
81 - 90Good outperformance potential
71 - 80Likely to have average performance
51 - 70Poor future performance potential
0 - 50Worst future performance potential, or not enough data

(1) These are some simple examples. You can access our GF Score filter under All-in-One Screener’s Fundamental tab.

Universal GF Score Related Terms

UVV vs AIIR, TPB, ISPR: GF Score Comparison

For the Tobacco subindustry, Universal's GF Score, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Score 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.

Universal GF Score vs Tobacco Products Industry

For the Tobacco Products industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Universal's GF Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Universal's GF Score falls into.


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What does a GF Score of 72 mean?
Universal (UVV) has a GF Score of 72 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on Universal and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 75.00. Over the past decade, Universal's GF Score has ranged from 60.00 to 87.00.
Is Universal's GF Score too high?
Universal's current GF Score of 72 is near median its 10-year median of 75.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 60.00 to a high of 87.00. Overall, Universal has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal's GF Score compare to AIIR and TPB?
Universal's GF Score of 72 can be compared against companies in the Tobacco Products industry. Historically, Universal's own GF Score has ranged from 60.00 to 87.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Score for a Tobacco Products company?
A good GF Score depends on the Tobacco Products industry context. However, GF Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Score mean?
A high GF Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on Universal and its competitors. Universal's current GF Score is 72, which is near median its own 10-year median of 75.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal (UVV) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $53.94, compared to a current price of $51.62 — trading 4.3% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Score is 72, which is near median its 10-year median of 75.00. Universal's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Score calculated?
GF Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal (UVV), the current GF Score is 72 as of Jul. 05, 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 Universal (UVV) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $51.62 is trading 4.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $53.94. GuruFocus considers Universal to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for UVV:

  • GF Score: 72 (near median its 10-year median of 75.00)
  • GF Value™: $53.94 vs. price of $51.62 (4.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the UVV stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Universal Business Description

Other Exchanges 0LJD:UKUVV:Germany
Address 9201 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, VA, USA, 23235
Universal Corp is an international leaf tobacco supplier. The company procures leaf tobacco from farmers, processes it, and sells it to companies that manufacture consumer tobacco products. Universal does not manufacture or sell any consumer products itself. The company's segments include Tobacco Operations and Ingredients Operations. It generates maximum revenue from the Tobacco Operations segment. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from the United States. The company operates in the USA, Belgium, China, Egypt, Philippines, Germany, and Other Countries with majority of revenue from USA.
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