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Universal Corp. · Tenets
How UVV measures up against value, income, timing, and long-hold tenets. Every criterion shows the live number and the pass rule. Always free.
The tenets below and the 0-100 Tenet Score on this report are two separate computations: each tenet runs its own criteria and its own pass rule, while the score is a percentile composite reported as one of four verdict words (Strong, Solid, Mixed or Weak).
0 / 17 qualify todayas of 2026-10-02 · computed nightly from our fundamentals DB; point-in-time auditable.
QUALIFIES
0
meet every gate today
BORDERLINE
6
within one input of the gate
FAILS
10
miss at least one gate
UNKNOWN
1
insufficient data to judge
passesfailsborderlineunknown
Value — six classic philosophies
Buffett Qualitydurable moat
✕ FailsFailsROE ≥ 15%(TTM through Jun 30, 2026)2.3% · ≥ 15.0%
FailsGross margin ≥ 40%(fiscal 2026: held in its sector pending the TTM check)17.5% · ≥ 40.0%
FailsNet margin ≥ 15%(TTM through Jun 30, 2026)1.2% · ≥ 15.0%
FailsDebt/equity ≤ 0.5(quarter ending Jun 30, 2026)0.83 · ≤ 0.50
FailsGrowing FCF (multi-yr)(fiscal 2021 to 2026)−12.2% per year · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Buffett Quality.The pass rule for Buffett Quality is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Buffett Quality under The screens ›
Piotroski F-Scorefinancial strength
~ 6 / 9PassesReturn on assets positive(fiscal 2026)2.0% · > 0
PassesOperating cash flow positive(fiscal 2026)$129.1M · > 0
FailsReturn on assets improving(fiscal 2026)3.8% → 2.0%
PassesEarnings backed by cash (CFO > net income)(fiscal 2026)$129.1M vs $56.0M
FailsLeverage falling (long-term debt / assets)(fiscal 2026)20.7% → 22.3%
PassesCurrent ratio improving(fiscal 2026)2.87 → 3.49
PassesNo share dilution (≤ +2%)(fiscal 2026)+0.2%
FailsGross margin expanding(fiscal 2026)18.6% → 17.5%
PassesAsset turnover improving(fiscal 2026)0.99 → 1.06
Decided by the pass rule for Piotroski F-Score.The pass rule for Piotroski F-Score is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. These checks score 6 of 9.Piotroski F-Score under The screens ›
Munger Compoundershigh-ROIC quality
✕ FailsFailsROIC ≥ 15%(TTM through Jun 30, 2026)2.5% · ≥ 15.0%
FailsNet debt/EBITDA ≤ 3×(fiscal 2026: held in its sector pending the TTM check)3.8× · ≤ 3.0×
FailsAltman Z ≥ 3 (safe zone)(TTM through Jun 30, 2026)2.53 · ≥ 3.00
Decided by the pass rule for Munger Compounders.The pass rule for Munger Compounders is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Munger Compounders under The screens ›
Magic FormulaROC + earnings yield (threshold check; full rank needs universe)
~ BorderlinePassesEBIT > 0(fiscal 2026: held in its sector pending the TTM check)$168.5M · > 0
PassesEarnings yield EBIT/EV ≥ 6%(fiscal 2026: held in its sector pending the TTM check)8.7% · ≥ 6.0%
FailsReturn on capital ≥ 25%(fiscal 2026: held in its sector pending the TTM check)9.5% · ≥ 25.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Magic Formula.The pass rule for Magic Formula is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.About this screen ›
Graham Defensivemargin of safety
✕ FailsFailsSize: market cap ≥ $2B$1.0B · ≥ $2.0B
PassesCurrent ratio ≥ 2(quarter ending Jun 30, 2026)2.57 · ≥ 2.00
PassesPositive EPS 10y10y
PassesPays a dividend$3.28 · > 0
FailsEPS growth ≥ 3%/yr(fiscal 2021 to 2026)−18.1% per year · ≥ 3.0%
FailsP/E ≤ 15(latest fiscal year: quarterly income to common shareholders is not on file)54.27 · ≤ 15.00
FailsP/E × P/B ≤ 22.5(trailing twelve months)40.55 · ≤ 22.50
Decided by the pass rule for Graham Defensive.The pass rule for Graham Defensive is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Graham Defensive under The screens ›
Lynch GARPgrowth at reasonable price (historical-CAGR basis)
— Insufficient inputs (1 of 2 known)Unknown — no dataPEG < 1 (hist. growth)— · < 1.00
FailsEPS growth 10–30%(fiscal 2021 to 2026)−18.1% per year · 10.0%–30.0%
Verdict Unknown for this set.Verdict Unknown for this set. 1 of 2 checks below carry data.Lynch GARP under The screens ›
Income — dividend safety
Income & Dividend Safetycoverage over headline yield
~ BorderlinePassesPays a dividend$3.28 · > 0
PassesYield in a healthy band (not a yield trap)7.9% · 1.0%–8.0%
FailsCovered by free cash flow0.80 · ≥ 1.20
FailsEarnings payout not stretched179.2% · ≤ 75.0%
PassesBalance sheet can sustain the payout3.8× · ≤ 4.0×
PassesAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)34.00 · ≥ 10.00
PassesNo dividend cut in the last 5 yearsNo cut on record
Fails5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr1.3% · ≥ 5.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Income & Dividend Safety.The pass rule for Income & Dividend Safety is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Dividend Growthraises you can count on
✕ FailsPassesPays a dividend$3.28 · > 0
PassesAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)34.00 · ≥ 10.00
PassesNo dividend cut in the last 5 yearsNo cut on record
Fails5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr1.3% · ≥ 5.0%
FailsCovered by free cash flow0.80 · ≥ 1.20
FailsPayout not stretched179.2% · ≤ 75.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Dividend Growth.The pass rule for Dividend Growth is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Dividend Growth under The screens ›
Long Hold — quality compounders
Quality Compounderhigh returns, reinvested, few new shares
~ BorderlineFailsReturn on invested capital ≥ 15% in 4+ of the last 5 years0 of 5
PassesRevenue compounding ≥ 8%/yr over 5 years8.1% per year · ≥ 8.0%
PassesNot diluting: diluted share count flat-to-down (≤ +1%/yr)0.0% · ≤ 1.0%
FailsFree cash flow margin ≥ 12%5.8% · ≥ 12.0%
PassesEarnings backed by cash (operating cash flow ≥ net income)2.31 · ≥ 1.00
Reading: does not hold. Not a gate checkDisciplined buybacks: actively reducing the share count (bonus)reading, not a gate check0.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Quality Compounder.The pass rule for Quality Compounder is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. Lines marked as readings are published beside the checks and are not gate checks.Quality Compounder under The screens ›
Timing — dip & swing receipts
Drawdown Contexta dip, not a collapse
✕ FailsPassesOff its 52-week high by 8–35% (a dip, not a collapse)29.8% · 8.0%–35.0%
FailsDip within its own normal pullback band0.25
FailsNot past where its dips have historically recovered from3.00
FailsA dip in an uptrend (above a rising 200-day)51.71
FailsHigher-low structure still intactstructure broken · no higher low
Unknown — no dataClear of the earnings blackout (more than 5 days out)— · > 5.00
Decided by the pass rule for Drawdown Context.The pass rule for Drawdown Context is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 6 carry no data.
Reversal Evidencedaily close onlysigns the pullback is turning
✕ FailsUnknown — no dataA bullish MACD cross within 10 sessions— · ≤ 10.00
FailsReclaimed a rising 50-day EMA46.04
FailsPrinted a higher lowno
FailsA volume thrust on the turn (≥ 1.2× normal)0.90 · ≥ 1.20
FailsReversal signals fired: 3 of 4 (MACD·MA·HL·Vol)0.00 · ≥ 3.00
Decided by the pass rule for Reversal Evidence.The pass rule for Reversal Evidence is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 5 carry no data.
Not-a-Value-Trap Gatecheap for a good reason, not a broken one
✕ FailsFailsIn the cheap half of its own 5-year valuation range(through fiscal 2026)0.8×
FailsEarnings estimates not being cut−0.26
FailsReturns on capital not deteriorating0.04
Decided by the pass rule for Not-a-Value-Trap Gate.The pass rule for Not-a-Value-Trap Gate is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Quality Floorpasses the quality/value gate on this dip
~ BorderlinePassesOperating profit is positive(fiscal 2026: held in its sector pending the TTM check)$168.5M · > 0
FailsReturn on invested capital ≥ 10%(TTM through Jun 30, 2026)2.5% · ≥ 10.0%
PassesA solvent balance sheet (Altman Z ≥ 1.8, net debt/EBITDA ≤ 4)(TTM through Jun 30, 2026)2.5×
FailsQuality score ≥ 5038.30 · ≥ 50.00
PassesRevenue growing over 5 years(fiscal 2021 to 2026)8.1% per year · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Quality Floor.The pass rule for Quality Floor is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Qualified Dipa pullback with receipts, not a falling knife
~ BorderlineA research signal from published criteria, not a recommendation.
FailsDrawdown context29.8% off its 52-week high
FailsReversal evidence0 of 4 signals fired
FailsTrap gate0 of 3 held
FailsQuality floor3 of 5 held
Invalidation level (structure break): below this the dip's structure has broken$50.42
Decided by the pass rule for Qualified Dip.The pass rule for Qualified Dip is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Qualified Dip under The screens ›
Trend Alignmentprice in a confirmed uptrend
✕ FailsFailsTrading above its 50-day average46.65
FailsTrading above its 200-day average51.71
Fails50-day average above the 200-day (uptrend stack)46.65
Fails50-day average sloping up−0.07 · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Trend Alignment.The pass rule for Trend Alignment is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Relative Strengthoutperforming, ranked vs the universe
✕ FailsFails3-month return in the top half of the universe0.20 · ≥ 0.50
Fails12-minus-1 momentum in the top half of the universe0.21 · ≥ 0.50
FailsRelative strength vs the S&P 500 improving−0.00 · > 0
FailsEarnings estimates being revised up−0.26
Decided by the pass rule for Relative Strength.The pass rule for Relative Strength is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Momentum Triggera trigger you can see
✕ FailsFailsMACD above its signal line−1.35
Not scored: see the reason belowBack above the 50-day on a fresh cross (≤10 sessions)This is a two-part reading (price back above the 50-day, and a bullish momentum cross inside 10 sessions) and a dated momentum cross is not on record for this name yet, so it is left unscored rather than counted either way.—
FailsHigher high and higher low (stair-stepping up)higher high · no higher low
FailsA volume thrust on the move (≥ 1.2× normal)0.90 · ≥ 1.20
Decided by the pass rule for Momentum Trigger.The pass rule for Momentum Trigger is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 4 carry no data.
Volatility Regimecontext, not a signal
Context, not scoredAverage daily swing: normal0.02
Volatility band width: expanded (wide range)0.87
Distance from its 52-week high: mid-range0.30
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Unknown ≠ failAn “— Unknown” verdict means the inputs were insufficient: context, not a signal, and never counted as a fail.
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