Universal Profit Margin

Universal (UVV) currently reports a profit margin of 1.5% as of June 2026. That compares with 3.51% in the prior-year period — down 57.4% year over year. That is below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.52%. Use the charts on this page to explore Universal's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Universal's profit margin decreased from 3.51% to 1.5% — a 57.4% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Universal's profit margin of 1.5% is lower than the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.52%. That is roughly 89.7% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Universal's current 1.5% should be judged against Consumer Staples norms (sector average: 14.52%) and against UVV's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 1.5%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Consumer Staples average is 14.52%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Universal, and consider following UVV for alerts when major investors trade the stock.