PE Ratio: 55.88

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 55.88 is 339% above its 5-year average of 12.74, near the high end of its 5-year range (8.67–67.30).

As of 2026-09-26T00:16:15.396Z. 142.09% above its 12-month average of 23.08.

PE Ratio (55.88) = Close Price ($42.47) / Diluted TTM EPS ($0.76)

UVV PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 55.9, P/E is above its 19-year median — higher than 98% of readings in its 19-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Universal Corporation (UVV)?

The P/E ratio for UVV stock is 55.88.

Is Universal Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 55.88 is 339% above its 5-year average of 12.74, near the high end of its 5-year range (8.67–67.30).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Universal Corporation (UVV)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for UVV stock is 23.08.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Universal Corporation (UVV)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for UVV stock is 11.99.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Universal Corporation (UVV)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for UVV stock is 12.74.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Universal Corporation (UVV)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for UVV stock is 13.67.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Universal Corporation (UVV)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for UVV stock is 13.34.

What is the 20Y average P/E ratio for Universal Corporation (UVV)?

The 20Y average P/E ratio for UVV stock is 12.67.

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