NYSE:UTI Universal Technical Institute (UTI) Stock Price, News & Analysis → The “Perfect Storm” for Gold (From Gold Safe Exchange) (Ad) Free UTI Stock Alerts $14.23 -0.04 (-0.28%) (As of 04/18/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$14.20▼$14.4850-Day Range$14.23▼$16.0152-Week Range$5.63▼$16.37Volume293,453 shsAverage Volume625,617 shsMarket Capitalization$484.89 millionP/E Ratio54.73Dividend YieldN/APrice Target$15.20 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial Media Get Universal Technical Institute alerts: Email Address Universal Technical Institute MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingModerate Buy2.83 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside6.8% Upside$15.20 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy4.43% of Shares Sold ShortDividend StrengthWeakBased on Four FactorsSustainabilityN/ANews Sentiment0.65Based on 6 Articles This WeekInsider TradingSelling Shares$131,395 Sold Last QuarterProj. Earnings Growth18.57%From $0.70 to $0.83 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.2.85 out of 5 starsConsumer Discretionary Sector148th out of 250 stocksEducational Services Industry15th out of 20 stocks 1.4 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingUniversal Technical Institute has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.83, and is based on 5 buy ratings, 1 hold rating, and no sell ratings.Amount of Analyst CoverageUniversal Technical Institute has only been the subject of 2 research reports in the past 90 days. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted4.43% of the outstanding shares of Universal Technical Institute have been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverUniversal Technical Institute has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.3, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Universal Technical Institute has recently increased by 21.77%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 1.7 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldUniversal Technical Institute does not currently pay a dividend.Dividend GrowthUniversal Technical Institute does not have a long track record of dividend growth.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of Universal Technical Institute is 30.77%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, Universal Technical Institute will have a dividend payout ratio of 9.64% next year. This indicates that Universal Technical Institute will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Previous Next N/A Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreThere is no current Upright™ data available for UTI. Previous Next 2.6 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentUniversal Technical Institute has a news sentiment score of 0.65. 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 0.52 average news sentiment score of Consumer Discretionary companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 6 news articles for Universal Technical Institute this week, compared to 3 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 3 people have searched for UTI on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -50% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat FollowsOnly 13 people have added Universal Technical Institute to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -13% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 4.2 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Universal Technical Institute insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $131,395.00 in company stock.Percentage Held by Insiders27.60% of the stock of Universal Technical Institute is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.Percentage Held by Institutions75.67% of the stock of Universal Technical Institute is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company. Previous Next 2.5 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Universal Technical Institute are expected to grow by 18.57% in the coming year, from $0.70 to $0.83 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Universal Technical Institute is 54.73, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 143.80.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Universal Technical Institute is 54.73, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Discretionary sector average P/E ratio of about 16.96.Price to Earnings Growth RatioUniversal Technical Institute has a PEG Ratio of 1.37. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioUniversal Technical Institute has a P/B Ratio of 3.04. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Crypto 101 MediaSHOCKING Crypto Leak…A shocking leak has revealed tech giant Microsoft's plans to add crypto support to future products. If the plans in these leaked internal documents pan out, we could see prices skyrocket for Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP and MORE… The coupling of gaming and cryptocurrency could absolutely transform digital finance as we know it in 2024. Claim your free seat by clicking here now. About Universal Technical Institute Stock (NYSE:UTI)Universal Technical Institute, Inc. provides transportation, skilled trades, and healthcare education programs in the United States. The company operates in two segments, UTI and Concorde. It offers certificate, diploma, or degree programs under various brands, such as Universal Technical Institute, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Marine Mechanics Institute, NASCAR Technical Institute, and MIAT College of Technology. The company also provides manufacturer specific advanced training programs, including student paid electives at its campuses; and manufacturer or dealer sponsored training at various campuses and dedicated training centers. It serves students, partners, and communities by providing education and support services in various fields. Universal Technical Institute, Inc. was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.Read More UTI Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart UTI Stock News HeadlinesMarch 30, 2024 | insidertrades.comLoretta Lydia Sanchez Sells 8,719 Shares of Universal Technical Institute, Inc. 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If the plans in these leaked internal documents pan out, we could see prices skyrocket for Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP and MORE… The coupling of gaming and cryptocurrency could absolutely transform digital finance as we know it in 2024. April 11, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Technical Institute and iRacing partnership to enhance NASCAR mechanic technician educationApril 9, 2024 | prnewswire.comGlobal Wind Organisation names Universal Technical Institute's 7-month Programs first in the U.S. to integrate wind energy training, earns global recognitionApril 4, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Technical Institute, Inc. continues to execute its strategy of growth, diversification and optimization as its UTI division launches HVACR program expansionsApril 2, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE:UTI) has caught the attention of institutional investors who hold a sizeable 48% stakeMarch 29, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comDirector Loretta Sanchez Sells Shares of Universal Technical Institute Inc (UTI)March 22, 2024 | morningstar.comUniversal Technical Institute IncMarch 15, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comInvesting in Universal Technical Institute (NYSE:UTI) five years ago would have delivered you a 350% gainMarch 13, 2024 | prnewswire.comMileOne Autogroup joins Universal Technical Institute's Early Employment Program at Exton and Mooresville CampusesMarch 13, 2024 | prnewswire.comUTI, Inc. to Participate in the 36th Annual ROTH ConferenceMarch 1, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comShareholders Would Not Be Objecting To Universal Technical Institute, Inc.'s (NYSE:UTI) CEO Compensation And Here's WhyFebruary 28, 2024 | prnewswire.comUnited Service Organizations (USO) and Universal Technical Institute partner to support military service members' career transitionsFebruary 24, 2024 | msn.comUniversal Technical Institute (UTI) Price Target Increased by 20.55% to 17.95February 23, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comHere's Why We Think Universal Technical Institute (NYSE:UTI) Is Well Worth WatchingFebruary 20, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comUniversal Technical (UTI) is an Incredible Growth Stock: 3 Reasons WhyFebruary 19, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comFast-paced Momentum Stock Universal Technical (UTI) Is Still Trading at a BargainFebruary 19, 2024 | seekingalpha.comUTI: Robust Growth Drivers But Weak ValuationFebruary 15, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comFederal Aviation Administration approves Universal Technical Institute-Miramar's Airframe and Powerplant Technician programFebruary 15, 2024 | prnewswire.comFederal Aviation Administration approves Universal Technical Institute-Miramar's Airframe and Powerplant Technician programSee More Headlines Receive UTI Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Universal Technical Institute and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings2/07/2024Today4/18/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)5/14/2024Fiscal Year End9/30/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNYSE SectorConsumer Discretionary Industry Educational services Sub-IndustryEducation Services Current SymbolNYSE:UTI CUSIP91391510 CIK1261654 Webwww.uti.edu Phone(623) 445-9500Fax302-655-5049Employees3,000Year Founded1965Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$15.20 High Stock Price Target$18.00 Low Stock Price Target$11.00 Potential Upside/Downside+6.8%Consensus RatingModerate Buy Rating Score (0-4)2.83 Research Coverage6 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$0.26 Trailing P/E Ratio54.73 Forward P/E Ratio20.33 P/E Growth1.37Net Income$12.32 million Net Margins2.41% Pretax Margin4.15% Return on Equity9.25% Return on Assets2.20% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.72 Current Ratio1.09 Quick Ratio1.09 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$662.10 million Price / Sales0.73 Cash Flow$1.68 per share Price / Cash Flow8.49 Book Value$4.68 per share Price / Book3.04Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares34,075,000Free Float24,670,000Market Cap$484.89 million OptionableOptionable Beta1.20 Social Links A Guide To High-Short-Interest StocksMarketBeat's analysts have just released their top five short plays for April 2024. Learn which stocks have the most short interest and how to trade them. Click the link below to see which companies made the list.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Jerome A. Grant (Age 61)CEO & Director Comp: $1.47MMr. Troy R. Anderson (Age 56)Executive VP & CFO Comp: $838.99kMr. Christopher E. Kevane (Age 50)Executive VP, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary Comp: $736.44kMr. Sherrell E. Smith (Age 61)Executive VP & Chief Academic Officer Comp: $760.65kMr. Todd A. Hitchcock (Age 58)Executive VP and Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer Comp: $728.61kMs. Christine Kline (Age 45)VP & Chief Accounting Officer Mr. Matthew KemptonVice President of Corporate FinanceMs. Lori B. Smith (Age 57)Senior VP & Chief Information Officer Comp: $568.85kMs. Jody KentVice President of Communications & Public AffairsMs. Carolyn FrankSenior VP & Chief Human Resources OfficerMore ExecutivesKey CompetitorsLincoln Educational ServicesNASDAQ:LINCAmerican Public EducationNASDAQ:APEIAdtalem Global EducationNYSE:ATGENerdyNYSE:NRDYVitruNASDAQ:VTRUView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsLos Angeles Capital Management LLCBought 50,300 shares on 4/5/2024Ownership: 0.148%Loretta Lydia SanchezSold 8,719 sharesTotal: $131,395.33 ($15.07/share)Quadrature Capital LtdBought 43,440 shares on 3/25/2024Ownership: 0.127%Vanguard Group Inc.Sold 385,150 shares on 3/11/2024Ownership: 4.499%Greenwood Capital Associates LLCSold 7,260 shares on 3/5/2024Ownership: 0.299%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions UTI Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions Should I buy or sell Universal Technical Institute stock right now? 6 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Universal Technical Institute in the last year. There are currently 1 hold rating and 5 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" UTI shares. View UTI analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks. What is Universal Technical Institute's stock price target for 2024? 6 brokers have issued 12 month target prices for Universal Technical Institute's shares. Their UTI share price targets range from $11.00 to $18.00. On average, they predict the company's share price to reach $15.20 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 6.8% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for UTI or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts. How have UTI shares performed in 2024? Universal Technical Institute's stock was trading at $12.52 at the beginning of the year. Since then, UTI stock has increased by 13.7% and is now trading at $14.23. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. Are investors shorting Universal Technical Institute? Universal Technical Institute saw a increase in short interest in the month of March. As of March 31st, there was short interest totaling 1,510,000 shares, an increase of 21.8% from the March 15th total of 1,240,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 669,500 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 2.3 days. View Universal Technical Institute's Short Interest. When is Universal Technical Institute's next earnings date? The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, May 14th 2024. View our UTI earnings forecast. How were Universal Technical Institute's earnings last quarter? Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE:UTI) issued its earnings results on Wednesday, February, 7th. The company reported $0.17 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.06 by $0.11. The firm earned $174.70 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $168.19 million. Universal Technical Institute had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 9.25% and a net margin of 2.41%. Is Universal Technical Institute a good dividend stock? Universal Technical Institute (NYSE:UTI) pays an annual dividend of $0.08 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.00%. The dividend payout ratio is 30.77%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, UTI will have a dividend payout ratio of 9.64% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Read our dividend analysis for UTI. What ETFs hold Universal Technical Institute's stock? ETFs with the largest weight of Universal Technical Institute (NYSE:UTI) stock in their portfolio include Invesco Dorsey Wright Consumer Staples Momentum ETF (PSL).Invesco Russell 2000 Dynamic Multifactor ETF (OMFS). What guidance has Universal Technical Institute issued on next quarter's earnings? Universal Technical Institute issued an update on its FY 2024 earnings guidance on Wednesday, February, 7th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of 0.670-0.720 for the period, compared to the consensus estimate of 0.590. The company issued revenue guidance of $710.0 million-$720.0 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $708.8 million. What is Jerome Grant's approval rating as Universal Technical Institute's CEO? 7 employees have rated Universal Technical Institute Chief Executive Officer Jerome Grant on Glassdoor.com. Jerome Grant has an approval rating of 77% among the company's employees. What other stocks do shareholders of Universal Technical Institute own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Universal Technical Institute investors own include Dynavax Technologies (DVAX), General Electric (GE), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Ocular Therapeutix (OCUL), Sorrento Therapeutics (SRNE), Pfizer (PFE), AbbVie (ABBV), Ardelyx (ARDX) and A10 Networks (ATEN). Who are Universal Technical Institute's major shareholders? Universal Technical Institute's stock is owned by a number of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Los Angeles Capital Management LLC (0.15%). Insiders that own company stock include Coliseum Capital Management, L, Jerome Alan Grant, Loretta Lydia Sanchez and Troy R Anderson. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of Universal Technical Institute? Shares of UTI stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. 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