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Universal Electronics Inc. (UEIC)
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Universal Electronics (UEIC) Price & Analysis

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UEIC Stock Chart & Stats

$4.20
-$0.18(-1.75%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$4.20
-$0.18(-1.75%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthSharp debt reduction and a very low debt-to-equity (~0.04) materially lower financial risk. This balance sheet flexibility supports continued buybacks, selective investment, and resilience through revenue volatility, enabling strategic moves without immediate liquidity pressure.
Cash GenerationConsistent positive operating cash flow and a strong 2025 free cash flow (~$23.6M) show the business can internally fund operations and capital returns. This liquidity supports deleveraging and restructuring efforts even while top-line recovery remains uncertain.
Proactive Capital And Cost ActionsManagement has enacted structural actions—credit amendment increasing payout flexibility, expanded repurchase authorization, and cost reductions that improved margins and produced adjusted profit—indicating durable improvement in capital allocation and operating discipline.
Bears Say
Sustained Revenue DeclineA prolonged drop in revenue reduces scale and market influence, eroding operating leverage and making it harder to cover fixed costs. Continued top-line contraction limits ability to invest in R&D, win new OEM designs, and sustainably restore margins.
Ongoing UnprofitabilityPersisting net losses and negative returns on equity weaken the capital base and constrain reinvestment. Reliance on cost cuts and cash reserves rather than durable revenue growth raises execution risk for a sustained profitability turnaround.
Structural Market HeadwindsExposure to declining pay-TV/home entertainment markets and slower connected-home adoption creates a smaller addressable market. Heavy reliance on OEMs and operators increases vulnerability to secular declines and reduces predictable long-term design-win cadence.

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UEIC FAQ

What was Universal Electronics Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Universal Electronics Inc. lowest stock price was $2.69 and its highest was $7.50 in the past 12 months.
    What is Universal Electronics Inc.’s market cap?
    Universal Electronics Inc.’s market cap is $51.97M.
      When is Universal Electronics Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Universal Electronics Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 30, 2026 which is in 6 days.
        How were Universal Electronics Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
        Universal Electronics Inc. released its earnings results on Mar 12, 2026. The company reported $0.17 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.06 by $0.11.
          Is Universal Electronics Inc. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Universal Electronics Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Universal Electronics Inc. pay dividends?
            Universal Electronics Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Universal Electronics Inc.’s EPS estimate?
            Universal Electronics Inc.’s EPS estimate is -0.03.
              How many shares outstanding does Universal Electronics Inc. have?
              Universal Electronics Inc. has 12,614,606 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Universal Electronics Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Universal Electronics Inc. reported an EPS of $0.17 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.06. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 18.033%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Universal Electronics Inc.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in UEIC
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Universal Electronics Inc.

                    Universal Electronics Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells pre-programmed and universal control products, audio-video (AV) accessories, and intelligent wireless security and smart home products for video services, consumer electronics, security, home automation, climate control, and home appliance markets. The company offers universal radio frequency (RF) and infrared remote controls primarily for sale to video service providers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), retailers, and private label customers; integrated circuits on which its software and universal device control database is embedded for sale to OEMs, video service providers, and private label customers; and software, firmware, and technology solutions that enable devices, such as televisions, set-top boxes, audio systems, smart speakers, game consoles, and other consumer electronic and smart home devices to connect and interact with home networks and interactive services to control and deliver home entertainment, smart home services, and device or system information. It also provides cloud-services that support its embedded software and hardware solutions; intellectual property that the company licenses principally to OEMs and video service providers; RF sensors for residential security, safety, and home automation applications; wall-mount and handheld thermostat controllers and connected accessories for intelligent energy management systems, primarily to OEM customers, as well as hotels and hospitality system integrators; and AV accessories to consumers, including universal remote controls, television wall mounts, and stands and digital television antennas. The company also serves through a network of national and regional distributors and dealers. It sells its products under the One For All brand in the United States, the People's Republic of China, rest of Asia, Europe, Latin America, and internationally. The company was incorporated in 1986 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.

                    Universal Electronics (UEIC) Earnings & Revenues

                    UEIC Company Deck

                    UEIC Earnings Call

                    Q4 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                    The earnings call reflected a mixed sentiment with notable achievements in connected home growth, cost reductions, and product innovations. However, these were countered by significant revenue declines, gross margin challenges, and a subdued outlook for the next quarter.View all UEIC earnings summaries
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                    Ownership Overview

                    19.19%18.72%<0.01%54.48%
                    19.19% Insiders
                    <0.01% Other Institutional Investors
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