Universal Electronics Inc.

NasdaqGS:UEIC Stock Report

Market Cap: US$54.2m

Universal Electronics Management

Management criteria checks 1/4

Universal Electronics' CEO is Rick Carnifax, appointed in May 2025, has a tenure of less than a year. total yearly compensation is $1.26M, comprised of 31.3% salary and 68.7% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.13% of the company’s shares, worth $68.75K. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 0.9 years and 3.8 years respectively.

Key information

Rick Carnifax

Chief executive officer

US$1.3m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage31.25%
CEO tenureless than a year
CEO ownership0.1%
Management average tenureless than a year
Board average tenure3.8yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Universal Electronics Has Multiple Paths To A Rebound

Apr 28

UEIC: Future CFO Transition And Smart Home Platform Will Support Upside Potential

Analysts have reduced their price target for Universal Electronics, citing a lower fair value estimate along with updates to revenue growth expectations, profit margins and the assumed future P/E multiple. What's in the News Universal Electronics appointed Wade M.

UEIC: Future Cash Flow Stability Will Rely On Margins And Buybacks

Narrative Update on Universal Electronics Analysts have trimmed their price target on Universal Electronics slightly, citing updated assumptions for the discount rate, profit margin, and expected P/E. These changes leave their fair value estimate broadly unchanged at US$4.25.

Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) Share Price Boosted 26% But Its Business Prospects Need A Lift Too

Jan 18
Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) Share Price Boosted 26% But Its Business Prospects Need A Lift Too

UEIC: Future Margin Stabilization And Capital Discipline Will Shape Fairly Valued Outlook

Analysts have slightly reduced their price target on Universal Electronics, reflecting updated expectations for revenue to decline by about 12.13% and a very small adjustment to profit margin assumptions, while leaving the fair value estimate unchanged. What's in the News Universal Electronics appointed Wade M.

UEIC: Future Margin Improvement And Buybacks Are Expected To Unlock Upside

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Universal Electronics by approximately 30 percent to reflect what they view as higher risk, weaker expected revenue growth, and only modest improvement in profit margins, even though the projected valuation multiple is slightly cheaper. What's in the News Showcasing QuickSet homeSense and Tide Touch at CES 2026, positioning UEI as a smart home software and energy management innovator (company announcement) Reporting a $1.2 million impairment of long lived assets in the third quarter of 2025, signaling ongoing balance sheet and asset utilization pressures (company filing) Issuing fourth quarter 2025 guidance that points to a sharp year over year revenue decline but a slightly narrower GAAP loss per share versus 2024 (company guidance) Completing repurchases of 221,638 shares, or about 1.72 percent of shares outstanding, under its November 2023 buyback authorization (company disclosure) Extending the share repurchase program duration until the Board terminates the authorization or the program is fully executed (company disclosure) Valuation Changes The Fair Value estimate has been reduced significantly, falling from 5.0 to 3.5, implying a lower intrinsic valuation for Universal Electronics.

UEIC: Ongoing Buybacks And Margin Stability Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have nudged their price target for Universal Electronics modestly higher to reflect a stable fair value estimate of $4.25 per share, supported by largely unchanged views on revenue contraction, profit margins, and valuation multiples. What's in the News The board extends the existing share repurchase authorization, allowing the buyback program to continue until it is either fully executed or formally terminated by directors (Key Developments).

UEIC: Share Buybacks And Margin Improvements Will Support Future Performance

Analysts have lowered their price target for Universal Electronics from $5.00 to $4.25. They cited updated expectations around revenue contraction and a higher required rate of return.

Analyst Forecasts Just Became More Bearish On Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC)

Nov 11
Analyst Forecasts Just Became More Bearish On Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC)

UEIC: Connected Home Expansion Will Offset Margin Pressures Ahead

Analysts have lowered their price target for Universal Electronics from $7.00 to $5.00. They cited steeper projected declines in revenue growth and moderated profit margins as the reasons for this adjustment.

Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 28% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk

Nov 07
Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 28% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk

Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Has Debt But No Earnings; Should You Worry?

Oct 31
Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Has Debt But No Earnings; Should You Worry?

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 31% Share Price Plunge

Aug 18
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 31% Share Price Plunge

Connected Home Expansion Will Drive Growth Despite Margin Risks

The consensus analyst price target for Universal Electronics has been revised down to $10.67, primarily reflecting reduced revenue growth expectations, which have declined to 1.1% per annum. What's in the News Company guides Q3 2025 sales at $92–$102 million, down from $102.1 million, and EPS at $0.08–$0.18, compared to $0.10 previously.

Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Is Making Moderate Use Of Debt

Jul 04
Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Is Making Moderate Use Of Debt

Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) P/S Is Still On The Mark Following 49% Share Price Bounce

Jun 02
Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) P/S Is Still On The Mark Following 49% Share Price Bounce
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Connected Home Expansion Will Unlock New Opportunities

Expansion in the connected home space through innovative products and increased project wins is expected to drive future revenue growth.

Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 28% Dip Still Leaving Some Shareholders Feeling Restless Over Its P/SRatio

Apr 18
Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 28% Dip Still Leaving Some Shareholders Feeling Restless Over Its P/SRatio

Estimating The Fair Value Of Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC)

Apr 01
Estimating The Fair Value Of Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC)

Universal Electronics: IoT, AI Exposure, Downsizing, And Cheap

Mar 10

Risks Still Elevated At These Prices As Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) Shares Dive 26%

Mar 04
Risks Still Elevated At These Prices As Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) Shares Dive 26%

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 36% Share Price Surge

Nov 09
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 36% Share Price Surge

Universal Electronics Future Is Uncertain, Depending On Patents And The HVAC Market

Oct 25

Here's Why Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Can Afford Some Debt

Sep 27
Here's Why Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Can Afford Some Debt

The Price Is Right For Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) Even After Diving 26%

Aug 16
The Price Is Right For Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) Even After Diving 26%

Are Investors Undervaluing Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) By 35%?

Aug 11
Are Investors Undervaluing Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) By 35%?

It Looks Like Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) CEO May Expect Their Salary To Be Put Under The Microscope

Jun 05
It Looks Like Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) CEO May Expect Their Salary To Be Put Under The Microscope

Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 29% Price Boost Is Out Of Tune With Revenues

May 08
Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) 29% Price Boost Is Out Of Tune With Revenues

Is Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Using Too Much Debt?

May 01
Is Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Using Too Much Debt?

An Intrinsic Calculation For Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) Suggests It's 25% Undervalued

Mar 17
An Intrinsic Calculation For Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) Suggests It's 25% Undervalued

Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Is Making Moderate Use Of Debt

Jan 26
Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Is Making Moderate Use Of Debt

Unpleasant Surprises Could Be In Store For Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) Shares

Dec 29
Unpleasant Surprises Could Be In Store For Universal Electronics Inc.'s (NASDAQ:UEIC) Shares

Should You Investigate Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) At US$7.96?

Nov 22
Should You Investigate Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) At US$7.96?

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Rick Carnifax's remuneration changed compared to Universal Electronics's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Dec 31 2025US$1mUS$394k

-US$19m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

-US$22m

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

-US$16m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

-US$22m

Dec 31 2024US$523kUS$327k

-US$24m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

-US$27m

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

-US$43m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

-US$46m

Dec 31 2023US$714kUS$302k

-US$98m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

-US$98m

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

-US$71m

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

-US$58m

Dec 31 2022US$447kUS$257k

US$407k

Sep 30 2022n/an/a

US$982k

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

-US$7m

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

-US$5m

Dec 31 2021US$406kUS$246k

US$5m

Sep 30 2021n/an/a

US$24m

Jun 30 2021n/an/a

US$31m

Mar 31 2021n/an/a

US$40m

Dec 31 2020US$309kUS$148k

US$39m

Compensation vs Market: Rick's total compensation ($USD1.26M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD621.84K).

Compensation vs Earnings: Rick's compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.

CEO

Rick Carnifax (37 yo)

less than a year
Tenure
US$1,261,190
Compensation

Mr. Richard K. Carnifax also known as Rick, has been Chief Operating Officer of Universal Electronics Inc. since May 01, 2025 and serves as its Interim Chief Executive Officer and Principal Executive Offic...

Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Richard Carnifax
COO, Interim CEO & Principal Executive Officerless than a yearUS$1.26m0.13%
$ 68.8k
Wade Jenke
CFO, Principal Financial Officer & Principal Accounting Officerless than a yearUS$335.17kno data
Ramzi Ammari
Senior Vice President of Corporate Planning & Strategy16.3yrsUS$632.14k0.30%
$ 161.9k
Arsham Hatambeiki
Senior Vice President of Product & Technologyno datano datano data
Ryan Hochgesang
VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretaryless than a yearno datano data
Norman Sheridan
Senior Vice President of Engineeringno datano datano data
Hrag Ohannessian
Senior Vice President of Global Sales for Home Automation11.3yrsno datano data
Joseph Haughawout
Senior Vice President of Product & Developmentno datano datano data
Jonathan Hooker
Senior Vice President of Global Sales & Retailno datano datano data
Sui Ho
Senior Vice President of Financeless than a yearno datano data
Louis Hughes
Strategic Advisor to the CEOno dataUS$1.34mno data
0.9yrs
Average Tenure
56yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: UEIC's management team is not considered experienced ( 0.9 years average tenure), which suggests a new team.

Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
William Mulligan
Independent Director34.3yrsUS$190.70k0.48%
$ 263.0k
John Mutch
Independent Director1yrUS$203.01k0.041%
$ 22.1k
Satjiv Chahil
Independent Director23.7yrsUS$195.00k1.2%
$ 650.4k
Michael Burger
Independent Directorless than a yearUS$190.37k0.037%
$ 20.3k
Romulo Pontual
Independent Director3.8yrsUS$199.25k0.17%
$ 93.9k
Sue Ann Hamilton
Independent Director6.4yrsUS$195.00k0.27%
$ 147.6k
Eric Singer
Independent Chairman of the Board2.3yrsUS$212.34k0.50%
$ 269.0k
3.8yrs
Average Tenure
66yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: UEIC's board of directors are considered experienced (3.8 years average tenure).

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/04/30 17:04
End of Day Share Price 2026/04/30 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

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PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

Universal Electronics Inc. is covered by 7 analysts. 1 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Jeffrey Van SinderenB. Riley Securities, Inc.
Jason UrsanerCJS Securities, Inc.
Jonathan GoldbergDeutsche Bank