United-Guardian Inc (UG) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
United-Guardian Inc stock (UG) is currently trading at $6.32. United-Guardian Inc PE ratio is 14.35. United-Guardian Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.84. WallStSmart rates UG as Underperform.
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- United-Guardian Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- UG Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- UG analyst price target and Smart Rating
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UG Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · United-Guardian Inc (UG)
UG trades 126% above its Graham fair value of $2.92, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
United-Guardian Inc (UG) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, profit margin. Concerns around market cap and operating margin. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.
United-Guardian Inc (UG) Key Strengths (3)
Good growth relative to its price
Strong profitability: $20 kept per $100 revenue
Solid profitability: $18 profit per $100 equity
Supporting Valuation Data
United-Guardian Inc (UG) Areas to Watch (7)
Revenue declining -26.00%, a shrinking business
Earnings declining -69.00%, profits shrinking
Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency
Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility
Low institutional interest, mostly retail-driven
Revenue is fairly priced at 2.84x sales
Fairly priced relative to book value
Supporting Valuation Data
United-Guardian Inc (UG) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 45/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 7.7/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 3.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.13) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 17.80%, Profit Margin at 19.50%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.84), Price/Book (2.74) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -26.00%, EPS Growth at -69.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 9.50%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 17.80% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -26.00% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Revenue Growth and EPS Growth are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
UG Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
UG's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.84x trades 47% below its historical average of 5.38x (1th percentile). The current valuation is 70% below its historical high of 9.54x set in May 2014, and 5% above its historical low of 2.71x in Mar 2009.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for United-Guardian Inc (UG) · CONSUMER DEFENSIVE › HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS
The Big Picture
United-Guardian Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 10M with 26% decline year-over-year. Profit margins of 19.5% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
ROE of 1780.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 995,769 in free cash flow and 1M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
Revenue contracted 26% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.
What to Watch Next
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 9.8%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact United-Guardian Inc.
Bottom Line
United-Guardian Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About United-Guardian Inc(UG)
NASDAQ
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE
HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS
USA
United-Guardian, Inc. manufactures and markets cosmetic ingredients, pharmaceuticals, medical lubricants, and specialty industrial products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York.