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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

Show full summary:
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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