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Universal Security Instruments (UUU)
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Universal Security Instruments (UUU) Price & Analysis

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UUU Stock Chart & Stats

$5.11
-$0.03(-1.20%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$5.11
-$0.03(-1.20%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Low Leverage (zero Debt)Trailing-twelve-month zero reported debt materially reduces financial risk and interest burden, preserving liquidity and optionality. This gives management flexibility to fund working capital or product initiatives from internal resources and lessens refinancing pressure over the next several quarters.
Positive Operating & Free Cash FlowRecent TTM operating and free cash flow near $1.0M demonstrates the business can generate cash from operations even amid sales weakness. Durable cash generation supports ongoing product supply, modest reinvestment, and reduces immediate reliance on external financing for near-term needs.
Diversified Channels & Replacement-driven DemandMultiple go-to-market channels (retail, distributors, OEM/private-label) and product categories tied to safety codes and replacement cycles provide recurring baseline demand. Structural drivers like regulation and renovation activity support steadier unit demand over months rather than volatile one-off orders.
Bears Say
Sharp Revenue Decline And Return To LossesA sharp TTM revenue decline of ~33.7% with operating losses signals inconsistent demand capture and weak pricing or volume trends. Sustained top-line weakness undermines margin recovery and limits capacity to rebuild profitable scale without structural improvements to sales or product mix.
Volatile Cash Flow And Steep FCF DropAlthough cash is currently positive, FCF plunged ~83% year-over-year and historical operating cash has been intermittent. Persistent volatility in cash generation raises the probability of future funding needs and complicates multi-quarter planning for inventory, R&D, or working-capital cushions.
Dilution From Debt-to-equity ConversionConversion of convertible notes into equity strengthens the balance sheet but materially dilutes existing shareholders and reflects prior reliance on debt-like financing. Dilution can pressure per-share metrics and signals potential recurring financing needs if operational improvements don't restore steady cash flow.

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UUU FAQ

What was Universal Security Instruments’s price range in the past 12 months?
Universal Security Instruments lowest stock price was $2.82 and its highest was $8.27 in the past 12 months.
    What is Universal Security Instruments’s market cap?
    Universal Security Instruments’s market cap is $12.45M.
      When is Universal Security Instruments’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Universal Security Instruments’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 10, 2026 which is in 14 days.
        How were Universal Security Instruments’s earnings last quarter?
        Universal Security Instruments released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported -$0.989 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -$0.989.
          Is Universal Security Instruments overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Universal Security Instruments’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Universal Security Instruments pay dividends?
            Universal Security Instruments pays a Notavailable dividend of $1 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Universal Security Instruments dividends here
              What is Universal Security Instruments’s EPS estimate?
              Universal Security Instruments’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Universal Security Instruments have?
              Universal Security Instruments has 3,028,363 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Universal Security Instruments’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Universal Security Instruments reported an EPS of -$0.989 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.649%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Universal Security Instruments?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in UUU
                  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 Security Instruments

                    Universal Security Instruments, Inc., along with its subsidiary, specializes in the development, marketing, and distribution of essential safety and security solutions for both residential and commercial applications. The company's reach extends throughout the United States and internationally. Their comprehensive product range features various safety alarms, including models powered by replaceable or sealed batteries, as well as those with battery backup capabilities. This extensive selection also encompasses smoke alarms, with specialized units for the hearing impaired and heat detection, in addition to carbon monoxide detectors, door chimes, ventilation systems, ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), and other electrical devices. These items are sold under the UNIVERSAL and USI Electric brand names. The firm's products are supplied through a wide network of distribution channels. These include wholesale partners; major retailers such as chain stores, discount outlets, and television retailers; home improvement centers; catalog and mail-order businesses; electrical and lighting suppliers; and companies specializing in manufactured housing, among other distributors. Additionally, the company facilitates sales through independent sales organizations, direct sales representatives, and its own promotional materials and online platform. Established in 1969, Universal Security Instruments, Inc. is headquartered in Owings Mills, Maryland.

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                    Ownership Overview

                    45.69%2.06%0.53%50.66%
                    45.69% Insiders
                    0.53% Other Institutional Investors
                    50.66% Public Companies and
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