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Compania Cervecerias Unidas SA ADR(CCU)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$10.77
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CCU

11/09/2026: CCU (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Compania Cervecerias Unidas SA (CCU) is a diversified South American beverage company known for its established footprint in beer, soft drinks, and wine. The company benefits from a strong distribution network and a strategic alliance with Heineken, which enhances its market positioning. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the premiumization of its portfolio and digital distribution improvements. However, investors face risks from South American economic volatility, currency devaluation, and intense competition from global brewing giants. The stock may best suit value and dividend-oriented investors seeking stable income, provided they can monitor regional economic conditions and local regulatory changes closely.

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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitCCU is a mature, low-growth beverage company, making it less suitable for aggressive capital appreciation seekers.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often tracks regional economic trends and is not typically a high-momentum leader.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that reflect stable cash flows, appealing to value-oriented investors.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a consistent history of paying dividends, providing reliable income potential.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile the business model is stable, the stock carries emerging market and currency volatility risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highAs an ADR in an emerging market, the stock is subject to swings based on local economic and political news.
Valuation riskLowThe stock generally trades at reasonable earnings multiples, reducing the risk of significant valuation contraction.
Competition risk (Brewing Giants)HighAggressive pricing from global competitors like AB InBev can pressure CCU's margins.
Business qualityStrongCCU possesses a high-quality, entrenched distribution network and strong brand equity in its primary markets.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are reliable but can be impacted by corporate earnings volatility and currency translation.
Execution riskMediumOperational success depends on managing complex supply chains across different South American regulatory environments.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -2.8%
Avg. Invested days 44
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CCU receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CCU has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with solid financial health, soft growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-30.8%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 3.3%), slightly negative revenue growth (-4.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CCU's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $91.9B (3.3% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
CCU's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -4.7% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-30.8%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-27.9%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 14.4% (soft) and 32.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (moderate). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Arnhold & S. Bleichroeder Advisers, LLC 17.45%
Wellington Management Company LLP 1.68%
Discerene Group LP 0.88%
Ranmore Fund Management LTD 0.35%
Empowered Funds, LLC 0.33%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CCU generates approximately $444 of gross profit, $73 of operating income, and $33 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with soft cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -24.54% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CCU has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.01B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.48
1Y Target Price 10.54
Price to earnings Ratio 17.48
1Y Target Price 10.54
Volume (30-day avg) 142.4K shares
Beta 0.24
52 Weeks Range 10.14 - 15.15
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 10.14 - 15.15
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.62

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Chile Operating SegmentBeer, soft drinks, water, and spirits sold in Chile.This is the primary profit engine of the company, leveraging strong local market share.
International BusinessOperations in Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia.Provides geographic diversification but adds currency and economic risk.
Wine SegmentPremium and export-focused wine production.A global-facing segment that helps offset domestic economic cycles.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-03
When -
Estimate 0.09
Actual 0.09

Profitability

Profit Margin 3.44%
Operating Margin (TTM) -

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.55%
Return on Equity (TTM) 7.46%

Valuation

Trailing PE 17.48
Forward PE 10.92
Enterprise Value 2.95B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.63
Enterprise Value 2.95B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.63
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.95
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.76
Shares Outstanding 184.75M
Shares Floating 60.22M
Shares Outstanding 184.75M
Shares Floating 60.22M
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 14.38

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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