Added to YB: 2024-07-02
Pitch date: 2024-06-30
UG [neutral]
United-Guardian, Inc.
-26.66%
current return
Author Info
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Company Info
United-Guardian, Inc. manufactures and markets cosmetic ingredients, pharmaceuticals, medical lubricants, and proprietary specialty industrial products in the United States and internationally The company offers cosmetic ingredients, including LUBRAJEL, a line of water-based gel formulation for sensory enhancement, lubrication, and texture to personal care products; LUBRAJEL NATURAL for skin moisturizing; LUBRAJEL MARINE that develops natural products using naturally derived polymers; LUBRAJEL OlL NATURAL, which makes luxuriant textures without adding viscosity; LUBRAJEL TERRA, a multifunctional, moisturizing hydrogel products; LUBRASIL II SB, a formulation of LUBRAJEL; LUBRAJEL II XD; B-122, a powdered lubricant used in the manufacture of pressed powders, eyeliners, rouges, and industrial products; and ORCHID COMPLEX, an oil-soluble base for extract of fresh orchids used in fragrance products, such as perfumes and toiletries.
Market Cap
$45.5M
Pitch Price
$8.22
Price Target
5.79 (-4%)
Dividend
N/A
EV/EBITDA
9.65
P/E
14.01
EV/Sales
2.97
Sector
Personal Care Products
Category
growth
United-Guardian: Welcoming Instability
UG: Q1'24 rev +27%, CI +146%. Renacidin shortage resolved. New marketing director hired. Pharma remains key segment. Cash/securities 23% of market cap. Waiting for better entry below $5.79 52-wk low. Risks: weak China sales, stalled growth, major shareholder exit. Model shows modest Pharma growth, higher investment income. Infrequent future updates.
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