Operating Income for Universal Corporation (UVV)
According to Universal Corporation's latest reported financial statements, the company's current operating income (TTM) is $227.04M USD. Operating income is profit from core operations: revenue minus cost of goods sold and operating expenses (SG&A, R&D). It excludes interest, taxes, and non-operating items, so it isolates how profitable the business itself is before financing and tax decisions. Compare with EBITDA and net income.
Headline TTM above sums the four reported quarters through (reported ). Chart and table below cover the full reported history back to .
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TTM (last 4 quarters)
$227.04M
YoY change
+10.0%
5Y CAGR
+14.1%
Peak year (1999)
$278.40M
Cumulative operating income
$6.98B
Operating Income history chart for Universal Corporation (UVV) from 1987 to 2025
Operating Income history table for Universal Corporation (UVV) from 1987 to 2025
| Fiscal year | Period ended | Reported | Operating Income | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $244.15M | +10.0% | ||
| 2024 | $222.01M | +22.6% | ||
| 2023 | $181.07M | +12.9% | ||
| 2022 | $160.31M | +8.5% | ||
| 2021 | $147.81M | +17.0% | ||
| 2020 | $126.37M | -21.6% | ||
| 2019 | $161.17M | -6.0% | ||
| 2018 | $171.49M | -3.8% | ||
| 2017 | $178.35M | -1.8% | ||
| 2016 | $181.65M | +8.2% | ||
| 2015 | $167.87M | -31.8% | ||
| 2014 | $246.15M | +10.4% | ||
| 2013 | $223.01M | +23.7% | ||
| 2012 | $180.30M | -29.2% | ||
| 2011 | $254.60M | -1.0% | ||
| 2010 | $257.21M | +22.5% | ||
| 2009 | $209.93M | +9.6% | ||
| 2008 | $191.51M | +17.1% | ||
| 2007 | $163.59M | +56.8% | ||
| 2006 | $104.35M | -50.0% | ||
| 2005 | $208.56M | +0.4% | ||
| 2004 | $207.81M | +3.6% | ||
| 2003 | $200.51M | -16.0% | ||
| 2002 | $238.78M | -2.5% | ||
| 2001 | $244.88M | -3.8% | ||
| 2000 | $254.50M | -8.6% | ||
| 1999 | $278.40M | +17.6% | ||
| 1998 | $236.80M | +23.1% | ||
| 1997 | $192.40M | +36.5% | ||
| 1996 | $141.00M | +17.7% | ||
| 1995 | $119.80M | -27.1% | ||
| 1994 | $164.30M | +9.0% | ||
| 1993 | $150.80M | +12.3% | ||
| 1992 | $134.30M | +68.1% | ||
| 1991 | $79.90M | -24.1% | ||
| 1990 | $105.30M | +13.7% | ||
| 1989 | $92.60M | -14.0% | ||
| 1988 | $107.70M | +126.7% | ||
| 1987 | $47.50M | — |
Operating Income values are taken from Universal Corporation's reported income statements (10-Q quarterly and 10-K annual filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission). Each row shows the period end date and the date the filing was reported; YoY compares each figure to the same period one year earlier. Amounts are in USD as filed.
Analysis
In 2025, Universal Corporation (UVV) operating income totalled $244.15M – grew 10.0% year-over-year.
Looking at the 2020–2025 (5 years) stretch, Universal Corporation operating income compounded at +14.1% per year, sustaining 5 straight years of year-over-year growth.
Universal Corporation operating income peaked at $278.40M in 1999; the latest annual figure is $244.15M in 2025 (12.3% below peak).
The dataset's maximum operating income sits at $278.40M (1999); the minimum reading of $47.50M dates to 1987.
Within Consumer Defensive, Universal Corporation (UVV) ranks 9th among 8 peers we track. The peer median for operating income is $14.35B.
Universal Corporation Operating Income by Year
Universal Corporation Operating Income 2025: $244.15M
Universal Corporation operating income in 2025 was $244.15M, grew 10.0% from 2024.
Universal Corporation Operating Income 2024: $222.01M
Universal Corporation operating income in 2024 was $222.01M, grew 22.6% from 2023.
Universal Corporation Operating Income 2023: $181.07M
Universal Corporation operating income in 2023 was $181.07M, grew 12.9% from 2022.
Universal Corporation Operating Income 2022: $160.31M
Universal Corporation operating income in 2022 was $160.31M, grew 8.5% from 2021.
Universal Corporation Operating Income 2021: $147.81M
Universal Corporation operating income in 2021 was $147.81M.
See more financial history for Universal Corporation (UVV).
Sector peers — Operating Income
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| Company | Operating Income | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Walmart Inc. (WMT) | $29.82B | Consumer Defensive |
| The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) | $20.45B | Consumer Defensive |
| Altria Group, Inc. (MO) | $15.06B | Consumer Defensive |
| Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) | $14.93B | Consumer Defensive |
| The Coca-Cola Company (KO) | $13.76B | Consumer Defensive |
| PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) | $13.49B | Consumer Defensive |
| Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) | $10.38B | Consumer Defensive |
| Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST) | $2.42B | Consumer Defensive |
Frequently asked questions
What is Universal Corporation's operating income?
Latest reported operating income for Universal Corporation (UVV) is $227.04M (period ending December 31, 2025).
How has Universal Corporation operating income changed year-over-year?
Universal Corporation (UVV) operating income changed +10.0% year-over-year on the latest annual filing.
What is the long-term growth rate of Universal Corporation operating income?
Universal Corporation (UVV) operating income compound annual growth rate is +14.1% over the most recent 5 years available.
When did Universal Corporation operating income hit its highest annual value?
Universal Corporation operating income reached its highest annual value of $278.40M in 1999.
What was Universal Corporation operating income in 2024?
Universal Corporation (UVV) operating income in 2024 was $222.01M.
What was Universal Corporation operating income in 2025?
Universal Corporation (UVV) operating income in 2025 was $244.15M.
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