Universal Electronics (UEIC) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) is a leading provider of sensing and control technologies for the smart home and consumer electronics markets. The company specializes in design, development and manufacturing of remote control devices, wireless connectivity modules and integrated sensing solutions. Its core expertise lies in infrared (IR) and radio frequency (RF) remote controls, voice-enabled control devices and universal remotes that allow consumers to manage multiple home entertainment and automation systems through a single interface.

In addition to traditional remote control products, Universal Electronics has expanded its portfolio to include Internet of Things (IoT) gateways, home-automation hubs and cloud-based management platforms. These solutions enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), cable and satellite service providers, and consumer electronics brands to deliver seamless, voice-controlled experiences and connected-home capabilities. The company’s products often feature advanced gesture recognition, motion sensing and far-field voice capture, supporting integrations with leading virtual assistants and smart-device ecosystems.

Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Santa Ana, California, Universal Electronics serves customers in North America, Europe and Asia through a network of design centers, manufacturing sites and regional sales offices. Over more than three decades, the company has built partnerships with major television and set-top box manufacturers, as well as broadband operators and smart-device vendors worldwide. Its global footprint and engineering expertise have positioned it as a strategic collaborator for companies seeking to enhance user engagement and simplify control of complex home-entertainment and automation systems.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $4.30 to $4.46
• 50-Day Range: $3.59 to $4.49
• 52-Week Range: $2.69 to $7.50
• Volume: 29,975 shs
• Average Volume: 42,457 shs
• Market Capitalization: $55.23 million
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: $5.75
• Consensus Rating: Reduce

Universal Electronics Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Universal Electronics scored higher than 31% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 491st out of 624 stocks in the computer and technology sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: 3.0 / 5
• Analyst Rating: Reduce

Consensus Rating

Universal Electronics has received a consensus rating of Reduce. The company's average rating score is 1.67, and is based on no strong buy ratings, no buy ratings, 2 hold ratings, and 1 sell rating.

Upside Potential

Universal Electronics has a consensus price target of $5.75, representing about 31.3% upside from its current price of $4.38.

Amount of Analyst Coverage

Universal Electronics has only been the subject of 1 research reports in the past 90 days.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 0.6 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Universal Electronics is -3.13, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Universal Electronics is -3.13, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Universal Electronics has a P/B Ratio of 0.40. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: N/A
• Short Interest Level: N/A

Short Interest

There is no current short interest data available for UEIC.

Dividend

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Dividend Strength: N/A

Dividend Yield

Universal Electronics does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

Universal Electronics does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

News and Social Media

• Score: 0.6 / 5
• News Sentiment: N/A

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 1 news article for Universal Electronics this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.

Search Interest

2 people have searched for UEIC on MarketBeat in the last 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• Insider Trading: Selling Shares

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Universal Electronics insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $26,534.00 in company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

17.10% of the stock of Universal Electronics is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.

Percentage Held by Institutions

79.35% of the stock of Universal Electronics is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

UEIC Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have UEIC shares performed this year?

Universal Electronics' stock was trading at $3.61 at the beginning of 2026. Since then, UEIC shares have increased by 21.3% and is now trading at $4.38.

How were Universal Electronics' earnings last quarter?

Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ:UEIC) released its earnings results on Thursday, November, 6th. The technology company reported $0.08 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.06 by $0.02. The technology company had revenue of $90.55 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $96.07 million. Universal Electronics had a negative net margin of 5.05% and a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 0.47%.
Read the conference call transcript.

Who are Universal Electronics' major shareholders?

Universal Electronics' top institutional shareholders include Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (2.94%) and Assenagon Asset Management S.A. (1.30%). Insiders that own company stock include Toro 18 Holdings Llc, Paul D Arling, Bryan M Hackworth, Edward K Zinser, David Cheung Hyen Chong, Ramzi Ammari, Richard K Carnifax, Romulo Pontual and Richard A Firehammer, Jr.
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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 Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of Universal Electronics own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Universal Electronics investors own include Cisco Systems (CSCO), Philip Morris International (PM), Home Depot (HD), Accenture (ACN), Broadcom (AVGO), Avino Silver & Gold Mines (ASM) and Qualcomm (QCOM).

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 11/06/2025
• Today: 5/08/2026
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 5/11/2026
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2026

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Computer and Technology
• Industry: ELEC PRODS - MISC
• Sub-Industry: Consumer Electronics
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:UEIC
• CIK: 101984
• Web: www.uei.com
• Phone: (480) 530-3000
• Fax: 714-918-4100
• Employees: 3,099
• Year Founded: 1986

Price Target and Rating

• Average Price Target for Universal Electronics: $5.75
• High Price Target: $8.00
• Low Price Target: $3.50
• Potential Upside/Downside: +31.3%
• Consensus Rating: Reduce
• Rating Score (0-4): 1.67
• Research Coverage: 3 Analysts

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): ($1.40)
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: -$18.60 million
• Net Margins: -5.05%
• Pretax Margin: -3.25%
• Return on Equity: -0.47%
• Return on Assets: -0.24%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: 1.72
• Quick Ratio: 1.07

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $368.29 million
• Price / Sales: 0.15
• Cash Flow: $1.01 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 4.35
• Book Value: $10.94 per share
• Price / Book: 0.40

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 12,610,000
• Free Float: 10,458,000
• Market Cap: $55.23 million
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 1.23