NYSE:UVVTobacco
Should Universal’s Softer Earnings and Dividend‑First Approach Require Action From Universal (UVV) Investors?
In February 2026, Universal Corporation reported that third-quarter 2025 sales fell to US$861.29 million and net income to US$33.25 million, with both basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations decreasing versus the prior year, and nine-month results showing similarly lower sales and earnings.
Alongside these weaker earnings, the company paid no attention to its previously announced buyback program during the latest quarter while still affirming a US$0.82 quarterly...