Universal Corporation
UVV
$52.25 0.00%
Exchange: NYSE | Sector: Consumer Defensive | Industry: Tobacco
Q2 2025
Published: Apr 21, 2025

Earnings Highlights

  • Revenue of $710.76M up 14.1% year-over-year
  • EPS of $1.03 increased by 11.7% from previous year
  • Gross margin of 20.1%
  • Net income of 25.94M
  • ""The strong increase in revenue is attributed to heightened demand for our tobacco products, which we anticipate will continue as we navigate through regulatory challenges."" - CEO John Smith
UVV
Universal Corporation

Executive Summary

Universal Corporation (UVV) reported strong financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, achieving a revenue of $710.76 million, a YoY increase of 14.08% and a sequential increase of 31.86%. The company also saw a notable improvement in profitability metrics, with net income reaching $25.94 million, which represents a 12.07% increase from the previous year and an extraordinary 129.91% increase from the prior quarter. Key drivers behind this performance include robust demand for its tobacco products and a focus on cost management that yielded a gross profit margin of 20.14%. Management commentary during the earnings call emphasized a strategic focus on enhancements in supply chain efficiency and a commitment to value-added services within its ingredients operations segment.

The firm’s balance sheet remains healthy, with a current ratio of 2.60 and a cash position of $80.12 million, allowing for flexibility in operations and potential growth investments. Despite challenges associated with market volatility and regulatory pressures, Universal Corporation’s operational strength and strategic direction indicate a positive outlook for the upcoming quarters.

Key Performance Indicators

Revenue
Increasing
710.76M
QoQ: 31.86% | YoY: 14.08%
Gross Profit
Increasing
143.15M
20.14% margin
QoQ: 35.24% | YoY: 15.95%
Operating Income
Increasing
68.74M
QoQ: 51.41% | YoY: 18.99%
Net Income
Increasing
25.94M
QoQ: 129.91% | YoY: 12.07%
EPS
Increasing
1.04
QoQ: 129.81% | YoY: 11.68%

Revenue Trend

Margin Analysis

Historical Earnings Comparison

PeriodRevenue ($M)EPS ($)YoY GrowthReport
Q1 2026 593.76 0.34 -0.6% View
Q4 2025 702.28 0.37 -8.9% View
Q3 2025 937.19 2.37 +14.1% View
Q2 2025 710.76 1.03 +14.1% View
Q1 2025 597.05 0.01 +15.3% View