Universal Technical Institute (NYSE:UTI – Get Free Report) is one of 166 public companies in the “Diversified Consumer Services” industry, but how does it weigh in compared to its rivals? We will compare Universal Technical Institute to similar businesses based on the strength of its risk, earnings, analyst recommendations, dividends, institutional ownership, valuation and profitability.
Profitability
This table compares Universal Technical Institute and its rivals’ net margins, return on equity and return on assets.
| Net Margins | Return on Equity | Return on Assets | |
| Universal Technical Institute | 3.88% | 10.18% | 4.02% |
| Universal Technical Institute Competitors | -3.00% | -28.34% | 2.46% |
Volatility and Risk
Universal Technical Institute has a beta of 1.18, meaning that its share price is 18% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, Universal Technical Institute’s rivals have a beta of 0.49, meaning that their average share price is 51% less volatile than the S&P 500.
Analyst Ratings
This is a breakdown of recent recommendations for Universal Technical Institute and its rivals, as provided by MarketBeat.
| Sell Ratings | Hold Ratings | Buy Ratings | Strong Buy Ratings | Rating Score | |
| Universal Technical Institute | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2.57 |
| Universal Technical Institute Competitors | 1433 | 3427 | 5279 | 196 | 2.41 |
Universal Technical Institute currently has a consensus price target of $42.33, suggesting a potential upside of 87.40%. As a group, “Diversified Consumer Services” companies have a potential upside of 62.53%. Given Universal Technical Institute’s stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, research analysts clearly believe Universal Technical Institute is more favorable than its rivals.
Valuation & Earnings
This table compares Universal Technical Institute and its rivals gross revenue, earnings per share and valuation.
| Gross Revenue | Net Income | Price/Earnings Ratio | |
| Universal Technical Institute | $835.62 million | $63.02 million | 36.44 |
| Universal Technical Institute Competitors | $3.24 billion | $219.82 million | 11.47 |
Universal Technical Institute’s rivals have higher revenue and earnings than Universal Technical Institute. Universal Technical Institute is trading at a higher price-to-earnings ratio than its rivals, indicating that it is currently more expensive than other companies in its industry.
Insider & Institutional Ownership
75.7% of Universal Technical Institute shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 48.4% of shares of all “Diversified Consumer Services” companies are held by institutional investors. 9.8% of Universal Technical Institute shares are held by company insiders. Comparatively, 19.8% of shares of all “Diversified Consumer Services” companies are held by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, large money managers and endowments believe a stock is poised for long-term growth.
Summary
Universal Technical Institute beats its rivals on 9 of the 13 factors compared.
Universal Technical Institute Company Profile
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. provides transportation, skilled trades, and healthcare education programs in the United States. The company operates in two segments, UTI and Concorde. It offers certificate, diploma, or degree programs under various brands, such as Universal Technical Institute, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Marine Mechanics Institute, NASCAR Technical Institute, and MIAT College of Technology. The company also provides manufacturer specific advanced training programs, including student paid electives at its campuses; and manufacturer or dealer sponsored training at various campuses and dedicated training centers. It serves students, partners, and communities by providing education and support services in various fields. Universal Technical Institute, Inc. was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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