Universal Corp saw its IBD SmartSelect Composite Rating rise to 97 Friday, up from 94 the day before.
The new score indicates the company is now outperforming 97% of all stocks in terms of the most important fundamental and technical stock-picking criteria.
Universal Corp is currently forming a consolidation, with a 59.13 entry. Look for the stock to break out in volume at least 40% higher than normal. Understand that it is a thinly traded stock, with average daily dollar volume under $8 million. Such stocks may experience more volatility than those with more liquidity.
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The stock earns a 91 EPS Rating, which means its recent quarterly and annual earnings growth is outpacing 91% of all stocks.
Its Accumulation/Distribution Rating of B shows moderate buying by institutional investors over the last 13 weeks.
The company reported 0% earnings-per-share growth for Q1. Sales growth increased 15%, up from 11% in the prior quarter. That marks three consecutive reports with increasing revenue gains.
Universal Corp earns the No. 1 rank among its peers in the Tobacco industry group. Turning Point Brands and Philip Morris Intl are also among the group's highest-rated stocks.
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