Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Excellent dividends
About
United-Guardian, Inc., operating both domestically and globally, specializes in the development, production, and distribution of a diverse range of cosmetic raw materials, pharmaceutical solutions, medical-grade lubricants, and proprietary industrial chemicals. Its extensive cosmetic ingredients catalog includes the LUBRAJEL line of water-based moisturizing and lubricating gel formulations, featuring variants such as LUBRAJEL NATURAL (derived from natural sources), LUBRAJEL MARINE, and LUBRASIL II SB (a silicone-infused LUBRAJEL formulation). Other key offerings in this category are LUBRAJEL II XD; B-122, a powdered lubricant suitable for pressed powders, eyeliners, blushes, and industrial uses; KLENSOFT, a surfactant for shampoos, shower gels, and makeup removers; and ORCHID COMPLEX, an oil-soluble base for skin creams, lotions, and cleansers. For medical applications, United-Guardian provides lubricants like LUBRAJEL RR and RC, which are water-based gels specifically designed for urinary catheters. LUBRAJEL MG serves to lubricate urinary catheters, pre-lubricated enema tips, and other medical devices. The company also offers LUBRAJEL LC and LUBRAJEL FA, specialized LUBRAJEL formulations tailored for oral care, alongside LUBRAJEL FLUID for lubricating various water-soluble products. The pharmaceutical portfolio features RENACIDIN, a prescription medication for preventing and dissolving calcifications in urethral catheters and the urinary bladder. Also included is CLORPACTIN WCS-90, an antimicrobial agent effective against infections in the urinary bladder, localized peritoneal infections, and infections affecting the eyes, ears, nose, throat, and sinuses. Industrial products comprise DESELEX, a sequestering and chelating agent vital for detergent manufacturing, and THOROCLENS, a powerful chlorine-based industrial cleaning solution. The firm also dedicates resources to research and development, primarily focusing on advancing cosmetic ingredients. Products are brought to market through a robust network of marketing partners, distributors, and wholesalers. Established in 1942, United-Guardian maintains its headquarters in Hauppauge, New York.
Company Valuation
Considering past and projected metrics, the stock is neither 'expensive' nor 'cheap' compared to its peers. Specifically, the stock is fairly valued on P/E, neutral on EV