Universal Corporation
UVV
Rank in Stocks
#8836
Universal Corporation is a global agricultural enterprise specializing in the... Universal Corporation is a global agricultural enterprise specializing in the processing and supply of leaf tobacco and a diverse range of plant-based ingredients. Its activities are organized into two primary segments: Tobacco Operations and Ingredients Operations. Within its Tobacco Operations, the company manages the entire supply chain, encompassing the procurement, financing, processing, packing, storage, and distribution of leaf tobacco to global manufacturers of consumer tobacco products. This includes sourcing and selling flue-cured, burley, and oriental tobaccos predominantly for cigarette production, as well as dark air-cured tobaccos used in cigars, cigarillos, smokeless products, and pipe tobacco. Beyond raw material supply, Universal Corporation offers a suite of value-added services such as tobacco blending, comprehensive chemical and physical testing, custom cutting for manufacturers, the production of reconstituted leaf tobacco, and just-in-time inventory management. It also supports the electronic nicotine delivery systems market and provides smoke testing. Furthermore, its analytical capabilities extend to testing for crop protection agents and tobacco components in seeds, leaves, and final products like e-cigarette liquids and vapors, alongside detailed chemical compound analysis of finished tobacco products and their mainstream smoke. The Ingredients Operations segment leverages advanced manufacturing processes to create specialized vegetable and fruit-derived ingredients, botanical extracts, and flavorings, catering to both human and pet food industries. An additional aspect of its operations involves recycling waste generated from tobacco processing. Established in 1886, the company maintains its headquarters in Richmond, Virginia.
Share Price
$38.71
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$963.85M
Change (1 day)
-1.78%
Change (1 year)
-27.83%
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Consumer Defensive
Operating Margin for Universal Corporation (UVV)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 6.20%
According to Universal Corporation's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 6.20%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 8.28%.
Operating Margin history for Universal Corporation from 1999 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 6.20% | -25.12% |
| 2025 | 8.28% | 2.48% |
| 2024 | 8.08% | 14.61% |
| 2023 | 7.05% | -7.48% |
| 2022 | 7.62% | 2.28% |
| 2021 | 7.45% | 12.54% |
| 2020 | 6.62% | -8.56% |
| 2019 | 7.24% | -14.12% |
| 2018 | 8.43% | -2.09% |
| 2017 | 8.61% | 0.47% |
| 2016 | 8.57% | 15.97% |
| 2015 | 7.39% | -23.66% |
| 2014 | 9.68% | 6.84% |
| 2013 | 9.06% | 22.93% |
| 2012 | 7.37% | -25.56% |
| 2011 | 9.90% | -4.07% |
| 2010 | 10.32% | 25.55% |
| 2009 | 8.22% | -7.85% |
| 2008 | 8.92% | 9.45% |
| 2007 | 8.15% | 174.41% |
| 2006 | 2.97% | -53.38% |
| 2005 | 6.37% | -19.16% |
| 2004 | 7.88% | -1.75% |
| 2003 | 8.02% | 1.39% |
| 2001 | 7.91% | 9.86% |
| 2000 | 7.20% | 13.39% |
| 1999 | 6.35% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38.62% | -93.77% |
US
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| 37.62% | -93.93% |
GB
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| 57.91% | -90.66% |
US
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| 25.06% | -95.96% |
JP
|
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| 31.41% | -94.93% |
IN
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Universal Corporation's operating margin
What is Universal Corporation's operating margin?
Universal Corporation's operating margin is 6.20%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Universal Corporation's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Universal Corporation's operating margin was 8.28%, compared with 8.08% in 2024.
How has Universal Corporation's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Universal Corporation's operating margin was highest in 2025 (8.28%) and lowest in 2020 (6.62%).
How does Universal Corporation's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Universal Corporation's operating margin (6.20%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Altria Group, Inc., with 57.91%.