Universal Corp.
Industry Group: Food Products
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NYS:UVV
Universal Corp is a global leaf tobacco supplier. The company procures leaf tobacco from farmers, processes it, and sells it to companies that manufacture consumer tobacco products. Universal does not manufacture or sell any consumer products itself. The company's segment includes Tobacco Operations and Ingredients Operations. It generates maximum revenue from the Tobacco Operations segment. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from the United States.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Food Products 397 out of 572
Universe
Global Universe 13530 out of 15080
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S |
33.1
High
|
291 out of 572 |
| Turning Point Brands, Inc. |
34.2
High
|
314 out of 572 |
| Eastern Co. (Egypt) |
34.7
High
|
326 out of 572 |
| Universal Corp. |
37.7
High
|
397 out of 572 |
| PT Gudang Garam Tbk |
43.6
Severe
|
496 out of 572 |
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Highest Controversy level that has impacted Universal Corp.'s ESG Risk Rating in the last three years
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