NASDAQ:UEIC Universal Electronics - UEIC Stock Forecast, Price & News Adding Choose a watchlist: Watchlist Adding You have already added five stocks to your watchlist. Upgrade to MarketBeat Daily Premium to add more stocks to your watchlist. Adding Universal Electronics Inc. Please log in to your account or sign up in order to add this asset to your watchlist. $8.94 -0.49 (-5.20%) (As of 03/22/2023 12:00 AM ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$8.90▼$9.4450-Day Range$9.06▼$25.6352-Week Range$8.76▼$34.32Volume252,135 shsAverage Volume209,990 shsMarket Capitalization$114.27 millionP/E Ratio298.10Dividend YieldN/APrice Target$21.67 ProfileAnalyst RatingsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsInsider TradesInstitutional OwnershipHeadlinesOptions ChainSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaSustainability Universal Electronics MarketRank™ ForecastAnalyst RatingHold2.33 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside142.4% Upside$21.67 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy1.44% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthN/ASustainability-1.21Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.66Based on 4 Articles This WeekInsider TradingAcquiring Shares$48,250 Bought Last QuarterProj. Earnings GrowthGrowingFrom ($0.82) to ($0.28) Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.2.59 out of 5 starsComputer And Technology Sector126th out of 601 stocksHousehold Audio & Video Equipment Industry1st out of 7 stocks 3.2 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingUniversal Electronics has received a consensus rating of Hold. The company's average rating score is 2.33, and is based on 1 buy rating, 2 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.Price Target Upside/DownsideAccording to analysts' consensus price target of $21.67, Universal Electronics has a forecasted upside of 142.4% from its current price of $8.94.Amount of Analyst CoverageUniversal Electronics has only been the subject of 3 research reports in the past 90 days. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted1.44% of the float of Universal Electronics has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverUniversal Electronics has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 1.9, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Universal Electronics has recently increased by 49.91%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 0.0 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldUniversal Electronics does not currently pay a dividend.Dividend GrowthUniversal Electronics does not have a long track record of dividend growth. Previous Next 3.2 Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreUniversal Electronics has received a 32.07% net impact score from Upright. Universal Electronics seems to create the most significant positive value in categories "Taxes", "Jobs", and "Knowledge infrastructure". The positive contribution in the "Knowledge infrastructure" impact category is mostly driven by its "Wireless access points", "Cloud management tools", and "Universal remote controllers" products. See details.Environmental SustainabilityThe Environmental Impact score for Universal Electronics is -1.21. Previous Next 3.1 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentUniversal Electronics has a news sentiment score of 0.66. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.37 average news sentiment score of Computer and Technology companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 4 news articles for Universal Electronics this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.Search Interest32 people have searched for UEIC on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 256% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat FollowsOnly 1 people have added Universal Electronics to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of 0% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 3.3 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Universal Electronics insiders have bought more of their company's stock than they have sold. Specifically, they have bought $48,250.00 in company stock and sold $0.00 in company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 9.07% of the stock of Universal Electronics is held by insiders.Percentage Held by Institutions85.43% of the stock of Universal Electronics is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company. Previous Next 1.9 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Universal Electronics are expected to grow in the coming year, from ($0.82) to ($0.28) per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Universal Electronics is 298.10, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 120.34.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Universal Electronics is 298.10, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Computer and Technology sector average P/E ratio of about 336.32.Price to Book Value per Share RatioUniversal Electronics has a P/B Ratio of 0.42. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here About Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) StockUniversal Electronics, Inc. engages in the design, development, and trade of control and sensor technology solutions. Its products include one for all retail accessories, tablets and smartphones, and consumer electronics OEM. The firm's services include design, global manufacturing, and outsourced call center services. Its brands include QuickSet Cloud, Nevo, One For All, Ecolink, and RCS Technology. The company was founded on November 21, 1986 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ.Read More Receive UEIC Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Universal Electronics and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address UEIC Stock News HeadlinesMarch 19, 2023 | americanbankingnews.comUniversal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Upgraded to "Buy" by SidotiMarch 17, 2023 | americanbankingnews.comBryan M. Hackworth Buys 5,000 Shares of Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) StockMarch 22, 2023 | Investing Daily (Ad)How This Trader Banked A 97% Win RateDespite the volatility of the last few years, this reclusive millionaire hasn’t closed a losing trade since July 2016. He just plugs away, executing what may be the most effective investment strategy on Earth. He turned $50K into $5.3M! Want to see the details? Click HERE to watch it for yourself. March 16, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comIs Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) Potentially Undervalued?March 16, 2023 | americanbankingnews.comUniversal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) Coverage Initiated by Analysts at StockNews.comMarch 15, 2023 | msn.comAnalyst Expectations for Universal Electronics's FutureMarch 13, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Electronics Inc. to Participate in the Sidoti Small-Cap Conference on Wednesday, March 22-23, 2023February 19, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comAnalysts Just Shaved Their Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) Forecasts DramaticallyMarch 22, 2023 | Investing Daily (Ad)How This Trader Banked A 97% Win RateDespite the volatility of the last few years, this reclusive millionaire hasn’t closed a losing trade since July 2016. He just plugs away, executing what may be the most effective investment strategy on Earth. He turned $50K into $5.3M! Want to see the details? Click HERE to watch it for yourself. February 17, 2023 | marketwatch.com: Universal Electronics downgraded to neutral from buy at B. RileyFebruary 16, 2023 | msn.comUniversal Electronics Non-GAAP EPS of $0.44 misses by $0.34, revenue of $122.76M misses by $7.83MFebruary 16, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Electronics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2022 Financial ResultsFebruary 6, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comUEI Smart Thermostat Platform Expands Capabilities with Matter and Zigbee Connectivity for Enhanced Interoperability, Automation and Support ServicesFebruary 2, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Electronics Inc. to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results Conference Call on February 16January 27, 2023 | seekingalpha.comUEIC Universal Electronics Inc.January 9, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comWith 85% ownership, Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) boasts of strong institutional backingJanuary 9, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Electronics Inc. to Present at the 25th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 12thJanuary 7, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comUEI Expands Its Wireless Connectivity Solutions With Enhanced Security, Sustainability, and ScalabilityDecember 22, 2022 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Electronics’ Eterna Remote Named as CES 2023 Innovation Awards HonoreeDecember 8, 2022 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Electronics Inc. to Present at the 19th Annual Imperial Capital Security Investor ConferenceDecember 5, 2022 | finance.yahoo.comWall Street Analysts Think Universal Electronics (UEIC) Could Surge 51%: Read This Before Placing a BetDecember 5, 2022 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Electronics (UEIC) Upgraded to Buy: Here's WhyNovember 15, 2022 | finance.yahoo.comWall Street Analysts Predict a 77% Upside in Universal Electronics (UEIC): Here's What You Should KnowNovember 14, 2022 | finance.yahoo.comBel Fuse Inc. (BELFB) Soars to 52-Week High, Time to Cash Out?November 11, 2022 | finance.yahoo.comShould Value Investors Buy Universal Electronics (UEIC) Stock?November 9, 2022 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Electronics Third Quarter 2022 Earnings: EPS Beats ExpectationsNovember 4, 2022 | markets.businessinsider.comRosenblatt Securities Sticks to Its Buy Rating for Universal Electronics (UEIC)See More Headlines View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart Receive UEIC Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Universal Electronics and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address UEIC Company Calendar Last Earnings2/17/2021Today3/22/2023Next Earnings (Estimated)5/04/2023Fiscal Year End12/31/2023Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNASDAQ Industry Household audio & video equipment Sub-IndustryConsumer Electronics SectorComputer and Technology Current SymbolNASDAQ:UEIC CUSIP91348310 CIK101984 Webwww.uei.com Phone(480) 530-3000Fax714-918-4100Employees4,658Year Founded1986Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Forecast$21.67 High Stock Price Forecast$29.00 Low Stock Price Forecast$16.00 Forecasted Upside/Downside+133.0%Consensus RatingHold Rating Score (0-4)2.33 Research Coverage3 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$0.03 Trailing P/E Ratio310.10 Forward P/E RatioN/A P/E GrowthN/ANet Income$410,000.00 Net Margins0.07% Pretax Margin2.10% Return on Equity0.15% Return on Assets0.08% Debt Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A Current Ratio1.56 Quick Ratio0.91 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$542.75 million Price / Sales0.22 Cash Flow$1.87 per share Price / Cash Flow4.97 Book Value$21.17 per share Price / Book0.44Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares12,780,000Free Float11,623,000Market Cap$118.85 million OptionableOptionable Beta1.26 Social Links Key ExecutivesPaul D. ArlingChairman & Chief Executive OfficerBryan M. HackworthChief Financial Officer & Senior Vice PresidentNorman Gerald SheridanSenior Vice President-EngineeringRichard A. FirehammerSecretary, Senior Vice President & General CounselRamzi S. AmmariSenior VP-Corporate Planning & StrategyKey CompetitorsArlo TechnologiesNYSE:ARLOTurtle BeachNASDAQ:HEARXunleiNASDAQ:XNETDragonfly EnergyNASDAQ:DFLIAmtech SystemsNASDAQ:ASYSView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsBryan M HackworthBought 5,000 shares on 3/15/2023Total: $48,250.00 ($9.65/share)Palouse Capital Management Inc.Bought 9,760 shares on 2/17/2023Ownership: 0.077%State of Wisconsin Investment BoardBought 541 shares on 2/15/2023Ownership: 0.241%Legal & General Group PlcSold 3,126 shares on 2/15/2023Ownership: 0.202%State of Tennessee Treasury DepartmentBought 6,930 shares on 2/15/2023Ownership: 0.186%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions UEIC Stock - Frequently Asked Questions Should I buy or sell Universal Electronics stock right now? 3 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Universal Electronics in the last year. There are currently 2 hold ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "hold" UEIC shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in UEIC, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares. View UEIC analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks. What is Universal Electronics' stock price forecast for 2023? 3 brokerages have issued 1-year target prices for Universal Electronics' shares. Their UEIC share price forecasts range from $16.00 to $29.00. On average, they expect the company's stock price to reach $21.67 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 133.0% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for UEIC or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts. How have UEIC shares performed in 2023? Universal Electronics' stock was trading at $20.81 at the beginning of the year. Since then, UEIC stock has decreased by 55.3% and is now trading at $9.30. View the best growth stocks for 2023 here. Are investors shorting Universal Electronics? Universal Electronics saw a increase in short interest during the month of February. As of February 28th, there was short interest totaling 172,400 shares, an increase of 49.9% from the February 13th total of 115,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 90,200 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 1.9 days. Currently, 1.4% of the shares of the company are sold short. View Universal Electronics' Short Interest. When is Universal Electronics' next earnings date? The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, May 4th 2023. View our UEIC earnings forecast. How were Universal Electronics' earnings last quarter? Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, February, 17th. The technology company reported $1.14 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $0.96 by $0.18. The technology company earned $156.26 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $150.61 million. Universal Electronics had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 0.15% and a net margin of 0.07%. What ETFs hold Universal Electronics' stock? ETFs with the largest weight of Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) stock in their portfolio include Invesco S&P SmallCap 600 Pure Value ETF (RZV), Invesco Nasdaq Future Gen 200 ETF (QQQS), SPDR S&P Kensho Intelligent Structures ETF (SIMS) and Invesco S&P SmallCap Consumer Discretionary ETF (PSCD). What guidance has Universal Electronics issued on next quarter's earnings? Universal Electronics issued an update on its first quarter 2023 earnings guidance on Monday, February, 20th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of -$0.38--$0.28 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of $0.45. The company issued revenue guidance of $100.00 million-$110.00 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $132.87 million. What is Paul D. Arling's approval rating as Universal Electronics' CEO? 39 employees have rated Universal Electronics Chief Executive Officer Paul D. Arling on Glassdoor.com. Paul D. Arling has an approval rating of 67% among the company's employees. What other stocks do shareholders of Universal Electronics own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Universal Electronics investors own include Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), AmerisourceBergen (ABC), QUALCOMM (QCOM), Skyworks Solutions (SWKS), Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA), Weyerhaeuser (WY), Agilent Technologies (A), AbbVie (ABBV), NXP Semiconductors (NXPI) and Vivint Solar (VSLR). What is Universal Electronics' stock symbol? Universal Electronics trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "UEIC." Who are Universal Electronics' major shareholders? Universal Electronics' stock is owned by many different institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Eagle Asset Management Inc. (8.42%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (5.96%), The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (5.58%), William Blair Investment Management LLC (4.51%), Peregrine Capital Management LLC (2.19%) and Lapides Asset Management LLC (2.01%). Insiders that own company stock include Bryan M Hackworth, Edward K Zinser, Richard A Firehammer, Jr, Satjiv S Chahil and William C Mulligan. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of Universal Electronics? Shares of UEIC stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab. Compare Top Brokerages Here. What is Universal Electronics' stock price today? One share of UEIC stock can currently be purchased for approximately $9.30. How much money does Universal Electronics make? Universal Electronics (NASDAQ:UEIC) has a market capitalization of $118.85 million and generates $542.75 million in revenue each year. The technology company earns $410,000.00 in net income (profit) each year or $0.03 on an earnings per share basis. How many employees does Universal Electronics have? The company employs 4,658 workers across the globe. How can I contact Universal Electronics? Universal Electronics' mailing address is 15147 N. Scottsdale Road Suite H300, Scottsdale AZ, 85254. The official website for the company is www.uei.com. The technology company can be reached via phone at (480) 530-3000, via email at uei@lhai.com, or via fax at 714-918-4100. 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