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Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI) is a leading provider of post-secondary education in the United States offering degree, diploma and certificate programs in the fields of professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine.
UTI is a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock, with a Value Style Score of B and VGM Score of A. Shares are currently trading at a forward P/E of 26.5X for the current fiscal year compared to the Schools industry's P/E of 16X. Additionally, UTI has a PEG Ratio of 1.8 and a Price/Cash Flow ratio of 15.3X. Value investors should also note UTI's Price/Sales ratio of 1.9X.
Value investors don't just pay attention to a company's valuation ratios; positive earnings play a crucial role, too. Three analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2025. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.04 to $1.00 per share. UTI has an average earnings surprise of 39.4%.
UTI should be on investors' short lists because of its impressive earnings and valuation fundamentals, a good Zacks Rank, and strong Value and VGM Style Scores.
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