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Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV) maintains its position as a global leader in leaf tobacco supply and agriproduct solutions through strategic operations across 30+ nations. This news hub provides investors and industry stakeholders with verified updates on corporate developments, financial disclosures, and supply chain initiatives.
Access real-time announcements including quarterly earnings reports, processing facility expansions, and sustainability partnerships. Our curated collection features press releases on agricultural sourcing innovations, ingredient technology advancements, and leadership changes within Universal's B2B network.
Key coverage areas include tobacco procurement trends, agriproduct R&D milestones, and operational updates from Universal's dual business segments. Bookmark this page for streamlined tracking of market positioning shifts and regulatory compliance developments in the global tobacco supply sector.
Universal Corporation (UVV) reported strong tobacco shipment volumes exceeding expectations for Q3 FY2021, leading to a net income increase to $33.3 million ($1.34 per share) from $26.0 million ($1.04 per share) in the previous year. Despite a decline in nine-month net income to $48.0 million from $56.1 million, adjusted operating income rose to $107.6 million. The company successfully integrated recent acquisitions in the plant-based ingredients sector, although it faced operating losses in this segment. Shipping challenges due to COVID-19 remain a concern.
Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.77 per share, payable on May 3, 2021, to shareholders on record by April 12, 2021. This decision reflects the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to its shareholders. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, Universal specializes in sourcing, processing, and supplying leaf tobacco and plant-based ingredients. For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2020, the company reported revenues of $1.9 billion. The firm has been a leader in the leaf tobacco market since its inception in 1918.
Universal Corporation (NYSE:UVV) reported a financial downturn for the first half of fiscal year 2021, with net income of $14.8 million, a drop from $30.1 million in the prior year. Adjusted operating income is expected to be significantly higher than in fiscal year 2020. However, operating income decreased to $24.9 million, down by $25.8 million year-over-year, attributed to COVID-19 impacts on tobacco processing and shipment delays. The company is optimistic about strong customer orders and its recent acquisition of Silva International, enhancing its plant-based ingredients platform.
Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.77 per share, payable on February 1, 2021, to shareholders on record by January 11, 2021. Additionally, the Board approved a share repurchase program for up to $100 million of its common stock, which will be executed on the open market or through negotiated transactions, with approximately 24.5 million shares outstanding. The company reported revenues of $1.9 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2020.
Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV), based in Richmond, Virginia, has completed its acquisition of Silva International, a leading dehydrated vegetable, fruit, and herb processing company. The deal, funded through cash and borrowing, expands Universal's plant-based ingredient offerings, enabling a single-source solution for vegetable and fruit ingredients. Silva sources over 60 types of dehydrated products from 20 countries and operates a 380,000 square foot facility in Illinois. Universal's fiscal year 2020 revenues reached $1.9 billion, solidifying its position as a global agri-products supplier.
Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV) announced the acquisition of Silva International, a specialty dehydrated vegetable, fruit, and herb processor, for $170 million in cash. This strategic move aims to enhance Universal's plant-based ingredients platform, which includes FruitSmart and CIFI. Universal expects this acquisition to contribute 10% to 20% of its EBITDA by fiscal year 2022. The deal is anticipated to close in October 2020 and is expected to be accretive to earnings. Universal will fund the acquisition using cash reserves and borrowings, maintaining its investment-grade credit rating.
Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV) announced a significant modification from U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding a Withhold Release Order on tobacco imports from Malawi. Effective July 31, 2020, the modification allows imports from Limbe Leaf Tobacco Company Ltd., confirming that its tobacco is admissible at U.S. ports. The original WRO, issued on November 1, 2019, was based on concerns of forced labor in Malawi's tobacco production. The company demonstrated its compliance with sustainability and labor practices, leading to the favorable CBP decision.
