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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#459
Positioning
Market Dominance
Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services
Utilities
$7.8B
Roger Perreault
UGI Corporation distributes propane to approximately 1.4 million residential, commercial/industrial, motor fuel, agricultural, and wholesale customers. It also supplies electricity to approximately 62,500 customers in northeastern Pennsylvania through 2,600 miles of lines and 14 substations. The company distributes natural gas to approximately 672,000 customers in eastern and central Pennsylvania counties through its distribution system.
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| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UGP ULTRAPAR HOLDINGS INC | 79 | 90 | 95 | 87 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD. | 78 | 94 | 97 | 82 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$DHT DHT Holdings, Inc. | 75 | 84 | 88 | 78 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$STNG Scorpio Tankers Inc. | 75 | 86 | 95 | 74 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$NAT NORDIC AMERICAN TANKERS Ltd | 75 | 82 | 88 | 87 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMX AMERICA MOVIL SAB DE CV/ | 74 | 86 | 81 | 68 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$PAC Pacific Airport Group | 73 | 94 | 80 | 78 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$GSL Global Ship Lease, Inc. | 73 | 82 | 94 | 81 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$TRMD TORM plc | 73 | 86 | 94 | 65 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$VIV TELEFONICA BRASIL S.A. | 73 | 82 | 90 | 78 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$UGI UGI CORP /PA/ | 63 | 77 | 80 | 52 | 14.6x | 7.3x | 11.3% | 3.6% | 40.0% | 11.6% | 4.3% | -15.6% | 4.1% | 216.0x | $7.8B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 16.9x | 6.1x | 11.9% | 3.2% | 52.6% | 14.8% | 7.7% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 1.3x | - | REF |
UGI CORP /PA/ (UGI) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 62.6/100. It ranks #459 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 3-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Headcount
4.7K
HQ Base
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
In-line with peers — no strong momentum signal
Trading at a discount to fundamentals — favorable entry valuation
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Low volatility — smoother ride and historically better risk-adjusted returns
Moderate investment profile
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
No analyst ratings for UGI.
View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 77 | 87 | -10DRAG |
| MOMENTUM | 52 | 54 | -2NEUTRAL |
| VALUATION | 80 | 86 | -6DRAG |
| INVESTMENT | 53 | 86 | -33DRAG |
| STABILITY | 76 | 80 | -4NEUTRAL |
| SHORT INT | 35 | 28 | +7ALPHA |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROE proxy 11.3% (sector 11.9%)
GM 40% vs sector 53%, OM 12% vs sector 15%
Capital turnover N/A
Rev growth -16%, 11yr history
Interest coverage N/A
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
Efficiency of asset utilization
Pricing power and cost efficiency
Core business profitability
Bottom-line profitability
The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate UGI CORP /PA/ (UGI) as a Hold with a composite score of 62.6/100 at a current price of $37.45. The stock presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to warrant new accumulation nor weak enough to justify selling.
UGI CORP /PA/ holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 62.6/100 places it at rank #459 in our full universe.
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Value factor score of 80 suggests attractive pricing.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Leverage of 216% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
UGI CORP /PA/ represents a hold based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Our model assigns UGI CORP /PA/ a Hold rating, with a composite score of 62.6/100 and 3 out of 5 stars. Ranked #459 of 7,333 stocks, UGI presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to initiate new positions nor weak enough to warrant selling. Investors already holding may consider maintaining their position while monitoring for changes in the factor profile.
UGI earns a quality score of 77/100, indicating above-average business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 11.3% (sector avg: 11.9%), gross margins of 40.0% (sector avg: 52.6%), net margins of 4.3% (sector avg: 7.7%). Companies in this tier generally demonstrate consistent profitability and efficient capital deployment, though they may face some competitive pressure.
UGI carries a solid value score of 80/100, pointing to an attractively priced stock relative to peers. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 14.55x, an EV/EBITDA of 7.29x, a P/B ratio of 1.64x. This score suggests reasonable compensation for the risks involved, with potential upside if the market recognizes the stock's underlying worth.
With an investment score of 53/100, UGI exhibits moderate growth-oriented spending. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of -15.6% vs. a sector average of 4.2% and a return on assets of 3.6% (sector: 3.2%). The company appears to be balancing growth investments with capital returns, though the pace of investment may not be enough to accelerate top-line growth meaningfully.
UGI demonstrates moderate momentum with a score of 52/100, suggesting a neutral price trend without strong directional conviction. Revenue growth stands at -15.6% year-over-year, while a beta of 0.45 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Moderate momentum may indicate the stock is consolidating or transitioning between trends, warranting close monitoring of upcoming catalysts.
UGI shows good financial stability with a score of 76/100. Key stability metrics include a beta of 0.45 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 216.00x (sector avg: 1.3x). This suggests manageable leverage and moderate price volatility, making it appropriate for investors seeking a balance between growth potential and capital preservation.
UGI CORP /PA/'s short interest score of 35/100 reveals significant bearish positioning, suggesting institutional investors are actively betting against the stock. Specific risk factors include elevated leverage (D/E: 216.00x). At $7.8B (mid-cap), UGI carries meaningful risk and is best suited for investors with high risk tolerance who have thoroughly evaluated the bear thesis.
UGI CORP /PA/ offers an attractive dividend yield of 4.1%, placing it among the higher-yielding stocks in its peer group. This compares to a sector average dividend yield of 1.4%. A yield this high can provide meaningful income, but investors should verify the payout is sustainable by examining the payout ratio, free cash flow coverage, and any history of dividend cuts.
UGI CORP /PA/ is a mid-cap company in the Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #459 of 7,333 overall (94th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 11.3% trailing the 11.9% sector median and operating margins of 11.6% below the 14.8% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services peers.
While UGI currently exhibits a HOLD profile, superior opportunities exist within the TRANSPORTATION, COMMUNICATIONS, ELECTRIC, GAS, AND SANITARY SERVICES sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Key factor gap
Value (80) vs Short Int. (35) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 19% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 5% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 24% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
UGI International, a subsidiary of UGI Corporation, has sold its Central European LPG distribution businesses in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia to DCC plc for approximately €48 million. This divestiture completes the company's portfolio optimization program, allowing it to focus on core markets with stronger competitive positions and growth opportunities. Net proceeds from the sale will be used to reduce UGI Corporation's debt, strengthening its balance sheet for future investments.
UGI Corporation has agreed to sell its liquid petroleum gas (LPG) distribution businesses in Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania to PKN ORLEN for approximately €48 million. This divestiture is part of UGI's broader strategy to reduce debt and focus investments on higher-growth opportunities. The transaction is expected to close by the end of calendar year 2024, subject to regulatory approvals.
This article identifies two utility stocks, UGI Corp (NYSE: UGI) and New Jersey Resources Corp (NYSE: NJR), that are exhibiting overbought conditions based on their Relative Strength Index (RSI) values. Both companies recently reported strong quarterly results and have seen stock gains, but their high RSI suggests they may be due for a correction. Investors who prioritize momentum in their decisions are warned of potential short-term volatility for these stocks.
UGI (NYSE: UGI) is scheduled to announce its quarterly earnings on February 4, 2026, with analysts estimating an EPS of $1.32. The company's past performance shows it beat EPS estimates last quarter, leading to a stock price increase. Despite positive long-term stock performance, UGI faces challenges in revenue growth, net margin, and returns on equity and assets compared to industry peers.
UGI Corporation reported lower-than-estimated fiscal first-quarter 2026 earnings and revenues, with earnings per share at $1.26, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 16%. The company's total revenues of $2.08 billion also fell short of expectations. Despite the misses, UGI saw its new New Carlisle LNG storage and vaporization facility begin operation during the quarter and entered into divestiture agreements for its LPG businesses in several European countries.