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UNIVERSAL INSURANCE HLDG (UVE) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

$48.57
+0.00 (+0.00%) ▲
5d: +3.89% 30d: +3.69% 90d: +13.77%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (61%)
Quality Score
51/100
Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
30-Day Fair Range
$46.13 – $48.58
Position: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Forward P/E & Valuation
8.7x FAIR
vs 9.2x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$51.00
+5.0% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$46.00 / $50.47
Trend: Strong Uptrend
💡Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
â„šī¸ NEUTRAL: UVE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.1% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$39.64
Based on -4.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$24.61
Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 9.2x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: UVE is currently trading at $48.57, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $46.13 to $48.58. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.7) is in line with its historical norms (9.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 30.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, UVE is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $46.00, while resistance sits at $50.47.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 57/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range $46.13 - $48.58
Company Quality Score 51/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 60.5%

Trading Range & Key Levels

30-Day Trading Range $46.13 - $48.58
Current vs Trading Range SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support Level $46.00
Resistance Level $50.47
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Nov 13, 2026

Quantitative Signal Breakdown

  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (57/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($51.00)
  • WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 8.67
Wall Street Target $51.00 (+5.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 9.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 30.4%
Profit Margin 14.0%
Valuation Discount vs History -2.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical 8.7 vs 9.2 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -2.1% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $47.55 (-2%)
2-Year Target $46.55 (-4%)
3-Year Target $45.57 (-6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 9→9) $48.34 (-1%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: -13.8%) $81.08 (+67%)
Base: (SPY PE: 8.7, Growth: -13.8%) $35.41 (-27%)
Bear: (PE: 7.4, Growth: -13.8%) $30.10 (-38%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 6.06 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.02
Bull Case $37.31 (-23%)
Analyst growth -30.2%, PE expands to 6.7
Base Case $33.91 (-30%)
Market implied -30.2%, PE stable at 6.1
Bear Case $33.03 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 5.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.7 to 9.2
Stabilization Target: $51.52 (+6.1%)
PE Expansion Potential: +6.1%
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Reddit & Retail Trader Sentiment (UVE)

Bullish 2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Feb 25, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary: Investor on StockTwits expresses bullish sentiment towards $UVE, citing a significant earnings beat and comparing it to a similar situation with $HRTG. No recent news articles are available.
Key Retail Themes: Earnings beat Price target
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Last updated: November 14, 2026 6:05 AM ET
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