ULH (Universal Logistics Holdings) Profitability Rank: 7 (As of Jun. 2026) — 13% Below Median

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ULH Universal Logistics Holdings Inc ULH
59 GF Score
Price $18.98
GF Value $22.66
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Universal Logistics Holdings Profitability Rank?

Universal Logistics Holdings ULH +4.11% 59 Profitability Rank is 7 as of Jun. 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 8.00. GuruFocus rates ULH with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $22.66 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Universal Logistics Holdings has the Profitability Rank of 7.

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %
2. Piotroski F-Score
3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.
4. Consistency of the profitability
5. Predictability Rank

A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Universal Logistics Holdings's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 0.99%. As of today, Universal Logistics Holdings's Piotroski F-Score is 4.


Universal Logistics Holdings Profitability Rank Related Terms


ULH vs PAMT, CVLG, HTLD: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Trucking subindustry, Universal Logistics Holdings's Profitability Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Profitability Rank 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 Profitability Rank vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Universal Logistics Holdings's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Universal Logistics Holdings's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Universal Logistics Holdings Profitability Rank Calculation

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way.

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Universal Logistics Holdings has the Profitability Rank of 7.

Profitability Rank is not directly related to the Financial Strength. But if a company is consistently profitable, its financial strength will be stronger.

Profitability Rank is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %

Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Universal Logistics Holdings's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Jun. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=3.766 / 379.323
=0.99 %

* 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.

2. Piotroski F-Score

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 8 or 9
Bad or low score = 0 or 1

Universal Logistics Holdings has an F-score of 4 indicating the company's financial situation is typical for a stable company.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

Warning Sign:

Universal Logistics Holdings Inc operating margin has been in a 5-year decline. The average rate of decline per year is -1.2%.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 7 mean?
Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) has a Profitability Rank of 7 as of Jun. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Universal Logistics Holdings and its competitors. This is 13% below median its historical median of 8.00. Over the past decade, Universal Logistics Holdings' Profitability Rank has ranged from 6.00 to 9.00.
Is Universal Logistics Holdings' Profitability Rank too high?
Universal Logistics Holdings' current Profitability Rank of 7 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.00 to a high of 9.00. Overall, Universal Logistics Holdings has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Logistics Holdings' Profitability Rank compare to PAMT and CVLG?
Universal Logistics Holdings' Profitability Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Transportation industry. Historically, Universal Logistics Holdings' own Profitability Rank has ranged from 6.00 to 9.00 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 Profitability Rank for a Transportation company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Transportation industry context. However, Profitability Rank 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 Profitability Rank mean?
A high Profitability Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Universal Logistics Holdings and its competitors. Universal Logistics Holdings's current Profitability Rank is 7, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 8.00. 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 Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $22.66, compared to a current price of $18.98 — trading 16.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 7, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00. Universal Logistics Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Profitability Rank calculated?
Profitability Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH), the current Profitability Rank is 7 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 Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Logistics Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $18.98 is trading 16.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $22.66. GuruFocus considers Universal Logistics Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ULH:

  • Profitability Rank: 7 (13% below median its 10-year median of 8.00)
  • GF Value™: $22.66 vs. price of $18.98 (16.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 6 warning signs

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 Business Description

Address 12755 East Nine Mile Road, Warren, MI, USA, 48089
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.
59GF Score

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