UVV News & Events

Reports Q4 revenue $715.2M vs $702.3M last year. "Our fiscal year 2026 performance reflected solid execution across much of our business amid a markedly different operating environment than the prior year," said Preston D. Wigner, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Universal. "Coming off exceptionally strong performance for our Tobacco Operations segment in fiscal year 2025, our disciplined marketplace management helped mitigate the impact of oversupply for certain tobacco styles, resulting in only slightly lower segment revenues and sales volumes. Our Ingredients Operations segment delivered growth in revenues and sales volumes despite persistent market headwinds. Fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026 results were ultimately impacted by a non-cash, goodwill impairment charge related to our Universal Ingredients-Shank's operation, as well as increased tobacco inventory write-downs, primarily for non-wrapper, dark air-cured tobacco."

The dividend is payable August 3, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 13, 2026.

Reports Q3 revenue $861.3M vs $937.2M last year. Preston Wigner, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Universal, stated, "We are pleased with Universal's solid performance in the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. Our tobacco operations continued to deliver strong results, with firm customer demand for most tobacco styles and shipments progressing smoothly. As market dynamics evolve toward oversupply, our long track record in sourcing and local expertise in our operating regions position us well to navigate the environment effectively and optimize results under a range of conditions."

Universal announced that Steven Diel, has been appointed Senior Vice President and CFO of Universal Corporation, effective April 1, 2026. Diel joined Universal Corporation in 2018 as Vice President of Business Development