Universal Corporation showed solid fiscal year 2025 performance with revenue and operating income growth, dividend increases, and improvements in the Ingredients Operations segment. However, the fourth quarter experienced a decline in revenue and income, along with challenges such as the Mozambique embezzlement investigation and pension settlement charges. Despite these issues, the company's strategic initiatives and sustainability efforts are promising for future growth.

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Q1 2026

During the Universal Corporation Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 earnings call, the company provided detailed guidance reflecting its financial performance and strategic outlook. For fiscal year 2025, Universal reported a 7% increase in revenue and a 5% rise in operating income compared to the prior year, despite challenges such as weather-impacted crops and high tobacco prices. The company's Tobacco Operations segment saw a decrease in fourth-quarter revenue to $702.3 million from $770.9 million in the same period of 2024, mainly due to timing shifts in shipments. However, full-year sales and operating revenue reached $2.95 billion, driven by higher tobacco sales prices despite lower volumes. The Ingredients Operations segment improved, with segment operating income increasing to $12.3 million from $3.9 million in fiscal year 2024. Universal also reported a reduction in net debt by $180 million, ending at $817 million as of March 31, 2025. Looking ahead to fiscal year 2026, Universal anticipates strong customer demand and a shift toward a more balanced tobacco supply market. The company also aims to enhance its Ingredients Operations and has invested in expanding its capabilities. Additionally, Universal has maintained a commitment to sustainability, engaging over 175,000 farmers globally. Despite challenges, such as potential tariff impacts and industry changes, Universal remains focused on executing its business strategy and leveraging its strong regional and local management teams.

Revenue and Operating Income Growth

Fiscal year 2025 revenue and operating income increased by 7% and 5%, respectively, compared to fiscal year 2024.

Dividend Increase

Declared the 55th annual dividend increase with a quarterly dividend of $0.82 per share, equating to an annualized rate of $3.28 per share.

Ingredients Operations Segment Improvement

Operating income for the Ingredients Operations segment increased to $12.3 million in fiscal year 2025 from $3.9 million in fiscal year 2024.

Debt Reduction

Net debt decreased by $180 million, ending at $817 million as of March 31, 2025.

Sustainability and Operational Achievements

Continued focus on sustainability and operational excellence with strong management teams coordinating globally.

Universal (UVV) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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UVV Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Jul 30, 2025	2026 (Q1)	- / -	0.01	―	―	―
May 29, 2025	2025 (Q4)	- / 0.37	1.59	-76.67% (-1.22)	―
Feb 10, 2025	2025 (Q3)	- / 2.37	2.118	11.99% (+0.25)	―	―
Nov 12, 2024	2025 (Q2)	- / 1.03	1.124	-8.19% (-0.09)	―	―
Aug 07, 2024	2025 (Q1)	- / 0.01	-0.083	112.05% (+0.09)	―
May 22, 2024	2024 (Q4)	- / 1.59	2.151	-26.08% (-0.56)	―
Feb 07, 2024	2024 (Q3)	- / 2.12	1.671	26.75% (+0.45)	―
Nov 02, 2023	2024 (Q2)	- / 1.12	0.876	28.31% (+0.25)
Aug 02, 2023	2024 (Q1)	- / -0.08	0.274	-130.29% (-0.36)
May 24, 2023	2023 (Q4)	- / 2.15	1.03	108.83% (+1.12)

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UVV Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
May 29, 2025	$58.55	$64.47	+10.11%
Feb 10, 2025	$51.70	$52.40	+1.35%
Nov 12, 2024	$51.16	$50.52	-1.25%
Aug 07, 2024	$46.72	$49.09	+5.07%

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