Universal Logistics HoldingsULH -0.26%58 Quick Ratio is 1.13 as of Mar. 2026, which is 10% below its 10-year median of 1.25. GuruFocus rates ULH with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.46 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,002 Transportation companies, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks worse than 60.78% on this metric.
Universal Logistics Holdings has a quick ratio of 1.13. It generally indicates good short-term financial strength.
The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Logistics Holdings's Quick Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
ULH'
s Quick Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.9 Med: 1.25 Max: 1.6
Current: 1.13
During the past 13 years, Universal Logistics Holdings's highest Quick Ratio was 1.60. The lowest was 0.90. And the median was 1.25.
ULH's Quick Ratio is ranked worse than 60.78% of 1002
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 1.355
vs ULH: 1.13
Universal Logistics Holdings (NAS:ULH) Quick Ratio Explanation
The quick ratio is more conservative than the Current Ratio because it excludes inventories from current assets. The ratio derives its name presumably from the fact that assets such as cash and marketable securities are quick sources of cash. Inventories generally take time to be converted into cash, and if they have to be sold quickly, the company may have to accept a lower price than book value of these inventories. As a result, they are justifiably excluded from assets that are ready sources of immediate cash.
In general, low or decreasing quick ratios generally suggest that a company is over-leveraged, struggling to maintain or grow sales, paying bills too quickly or collecting receivables too slowly. On the other hand, a high or increasing quick ratio generally indicates that a company is experiencing solid top-line growth, quickly converting receivables into cash, and easily able to cover its financial obligations. Such companies often have faster inventory turnover and cash conversion cycles.
The higher the quick ratio, the better the company's liquidity position.
Universal Logistics Holdings Quick Ratio Related Terms
Universal Logistics Holdings Quick Ratio Historical Data
* 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 Trucking subindustry, Universal Logistics Holdings's Quick Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Quick Ratio 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 Logistics Holdings Quick Ratio vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Universal Logistics Holdings's Quick Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Logistics Holdings's Quick Ratio falls into.
Universal Logistics Holdings Quick Ratio Calculation
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets. For this reason, the ratio excludes inventories from current assets.
* 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.
Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) has a Quick Ratio of 1.13 as of Mar. 2026. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on Universal Logistics Holdings and its competitors. This is 10% below median its historical median of 1.25. Over the past decade, Universal Logistics Holdings' Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.90 to 1.60. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #609 out of 1002 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 60.8%.
Is Universal Logistics Holdings' Quick Ratio too high?
Universal Logistics Holdings' current Quick Ratio of 1.13 is 10% below median its 10-year median of 1.25. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.90 to a high of 1.60. The Transportation industry median Quick Ratio is 1.36. Universal Logistics Holdings' value of 1.13 is 16.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #609 out of 1002 companies in the Transportation industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Universal Logistics Holdings has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Logistics Holdings' Quick Ratio compare to PAMT and TOPP?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Universal Logistics Holdings ranks #609 out of 1002 companies for Quick Ratio. This places Universal Logistics Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Quick Ratio is 1.36. Universal Logistics Holdings' value of 1.13 is 16.6% below this benchmark. Historically, Universal Logistics Holdings' own Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.90 to 1.60 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.25 vs. the industry median of 1.36, Universal Logistics Holdings has consistently been below 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 Quick Ratio for a Transportation company?
The median Quick Ratio among Transportation companies is 1.36, based on 1,002 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Quick Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Quick Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Universal Logistics Holdings's current Quick Ratio of 1.13 is 16.6% below 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 Quick Ratio mean?
A high Quick Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on Universal Logistics Holdings and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median Quick Ratio is 1.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Logistics Holdings's current Quick Ratio is 1.13, which is 10% below median its own 10-year median of 1.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Logistics Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.46, compared to a current price of $15.28 — trading 34.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Quick Ratio is 1.13, which is 10% below median its 10-year median of 1.25 and 16.6% below the Transportation industry median of 1.36. Universal Logistics Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Quick Ratio calculated?
Quick Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH), the current Quick Ratio is 1.13 as of Mar. 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 Logistics Holdings (ULH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Logistics Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $15.28 is trading 34.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $23.46.
GuruFocus considers Universal Logistics Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ULH:
Quick Ratio: 1.13 (10% below median its 10-year median of 1.25)
GF Value™: $23.46 vs. price of $15.28 (34.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 16.6% below the Transportation median (#609 of 1002)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ULH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc is an asset-light provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, and in Mexico, Canada, and Colombia. It offers services such as truckload, brokerage, intermodal, dedicated, and value-added services. The firm has three reportable segments, namely contract logistics, intermodal, and trucking. The company generates the key revenue from Contract Logistics, which provides value-added and dedicated transportation services to support inbound and internal logistics requirements of industrial manufacturers and retailers, generally under contractual arrangements of one year or longer. Geographically, the firm generates the majority of its revenue from the United States, followed by Mexico, Canada, and Colombia.
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