Universal Corporation (UVV) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure37 years of earnings data (1990–2026) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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Universal Corporation (UVV) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, Universal Corporation (UVV) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $33M, reflecting -65.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $1.30 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 1.1%.
Looking at the long-term picture, UVV's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -18.1%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $168M in fiscal 2010.
Universal Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 17.5%, operating margin of 7.2%, and net margin of 1.1%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MO ($8.05B net income, 34.5% margin), PM ($11.10B net income, 27.9% margin), BTI (-$10.75B net income, 11.9% margin), UVV has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare UVV vs MO →
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UVV Historical Earnings Data (1990–2026)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $33M | -65.7% | $211M | $1.30 | 1.1% | 7.2% |
| 2025 | $95M | -20.5% | $244M | $3.78 | 3.2% | 8.3% |
| 2024 | $120M | -3.6% | $222M | $4.78 | 4.4% | 8.1% |
| 2023 | $124M | +43.3% | $181M | $4.97 | 4.8% | 7.0% |
| 2022 | $87M | -1.0% | $160M | $3.47 | 4.1% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | $87M | +21.9% | $148M | $3.53 | 4.4% | 7.5% |
| 2020 | $72M | -31.2% | $126M | $2.86 | 3.8% | 6.6% |
| 2019 | $104M | -1.5% | $161M | $4.11 | 4.7% | 7.2% |
| 2018 | $106M | -0.6% | $171M | $4.14 | 5.2% | 8.4% |
| 2017 | $106M | -2.5% | $178M | $0.88 | 5.1% | 8.6% |
| 2016 | $109M | -4.9% | $182M | $3.92 | 5.1% | 8.6% |
| 2015 | $115M | -23.1% | $168M | $4.06 | 5.0% | 7.4% |
| 2014 | $149M | +12.2% | $246M | $5.25 | 5.9% | 9.7% |
| 2013 | $133M | +44.2% | $223M | $4.66 | 5.4% | 9.1% |
| 2012 | $92M | -41.2% | $180M | $3.25 | 3.8% | 7.4% |
| 2011 | $157M | -7.0% | $255M | $5.42 | 6.1% | 9.9% |
| 2010 | $168M | +27.8% | $257M | $5.68 | 6.8% | 10.3% |
| 2009 | $132M | +10.6% | $210M | $4.32 | 5.2% | 8.2% |
| 2008 | $119M | +168.7% | $192M | $3.70 | 5.6% | 8.9% |
| 2007 | $44M | +458.6% | $164M | $1.13 | 2.2% | 8.1% |
| 2006 | $8M | -91.7% | $104M | $0.31 | 0.2% | 3.0% |
| 2005 | $96M | -13.2% | $209M | $3.73 | 2.9% | 6.4% |
| 2004 | $111M | +0.0% | $208M | $4.30 | 4.2% | 7.9% |
| 2003 | $111M | -1.8% | $201M | $4.00 | 4.4% | 8.0% |
| 2002 | $113M | -1.0% | $239M | $4.08 | 3.7% | 7.9% |
| 2001 | $114M | -10.6% | $245M | $3.77 | 3.3% | 7.2% |
| 2000 | $127M | -9.9% | $255M | $3.80 | 3.2% | 6.4% |
| 1999 | $141M | +40.0% | $278M | $3.99 | 3.3% | 6.5% |
| 1998 | $101M | +39.6% | $237M | $2.87 | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| 1997 | $72M | +182.4% | $192M | $2.06 | 2.0% | 5.4% |
| 1996 | $26M | +178.3% | $141M | $0.73 | 0.8% | 4.3% |
| 1995 | $9M | -88.5% | $120M | $0.26 | 0.3% | 4.0% |
| 1994 | $80M | +13.4% | $164M | $2.39 | 2.6% | 5.4% |
| 1993 | $71M | +194.6% | $151M | $2.15 | 2.4% | 5.0% |
| 1992 | $24M | -35.3% | $134M | $0.73 | 0.8% | 4.6% |
| 1991 | $37M | -31.3% | $80M | $1.13 | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| 1990 | $54M | - | $105M | $1.59 | 1.8% | 3.6% |
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UVV — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying UVV stock.
What is UVV earnings per share (EPS)?
UVV trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $1.30, reflecting -65.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -18.1%. Complete EPS history from 1990 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is Universal Corporation's net income?
Universal Corporation (UVV) trailing twelve-month net income is $33M as of 2026. Earnings declined -65.6% year-over-year. Universal Corporation has been profitable for 37 consecutive years.
Is UVV profitable?
Yes, UVV is profitable with a TTM net income of $33M and a net profit margin of +1.1%. Universal Corporation has generated profits for 37 consecutive years.
What is UVV's earnings growth rate?
UVV compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -65.6%, 3-Year: -36.0%, 5-Year: -18.1%, 10-Year: -10.4%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1990 to 2026.
What are UVV's profit margins?
Universal Corporation net profit margin is +1.1%, operating margin is +7.2%, and gross margin is +17.5%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is +2.2%.
Is UVV growing earnings?
UVV earnings are declining — EPS fell -65.6% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $33M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -18.1%.
What was UVV's best earnings year?
Universal Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $168M, achieved in fiscal year 2010. Earnings history on this page spans 1990 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were UVV's earnings last quarter?
UVV's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $-43M with diluted EPS of $-1.72. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.