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United Bankshares Inc(UBSI)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 10 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-1.43% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$48.22
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for UBSI

11/06/2026: UBSI (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 10 days. Simulated Profits (-1.43%). Updated daily EoD!

United Bankshares is a prominent regional bank holding company known for its conservative credit culture and multi-decade dividend growth. Its primary strengths lie in its stable Mid-Atlantic franchise and disciplined approach to loan underwriting. The company's main growth opportunity involves expanding its commercial lending footprint into high-growth Southern markets while enhancing its digital banking offerings. Key risks include intense competition from larger banks, sensitivity to net interest margin fluctuations, and the execution challenges inherent in M&A. This stock may best suit dividend-focused investors seeking long-term stability rather than rapid capital appreciation; key developments to monitor include management's progress on digital efficiency and potential future acquisition opportunities.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company prioritizes stable dividends and conservative growth over aggressive capital appreciation.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum potential is generally tied to market-wide banking sector rallies rather than idiosyncratic company catalysts.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable multiples relative to its earnings stability and historical book value.
Dividend investorStrong fitUnited Bankshares has a multi-decade record of increasing its annual dividend.
Low-risk investorStrong fitIts conservative balance sheet and long-term dividend history appeal to risk-averse income seekers.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumBank stocks are sensitive to macro interest rate shifts which can lead to periodic price swings.
Valuation riskLowThe stock generally trades in line with sector valuation norms.
Competition risk (Banking competition)Medium / highIntense competition from larger regional and national banks puts pressure on deposit costs.
Business qualityStrongThe company is recognized for a high-quality, stable banking franchise and consistent credit underwriting.
Dividend incomeStrongThe consistent dividend history is a cornerstone of the investment thesis.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful growth depends on the continued effective integration of acquisitions.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

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 40.9%
Avg. Invested days 62
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
UBSI receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
UBSI has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+24.6%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 26.4%) are partially offset by modest insider ownership of 2.23%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
UBSI's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 65.4% and operating margin of 32.4%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is UBSI's strongest growth driver at +24.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+12.3%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+11.0%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 78.1% and approximately 96.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 2.23% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.83%
State Street Corp 6.35%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.71%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.35%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.59%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
UBSI generates approximately $654 of gross profit, $324 of operating income, and $264 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 20.36%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
UBSI has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 6.57B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 13.1
1Y Target Price 51.67
Price to earnings Ratio 13.1
1Y Target Price 51.67
Volume (30-day avg) 921.6K shares
Beta 0.74
52 Weeks Range 33.46 - 50.47
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 33.46 - 50.47
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.14%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.68

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on commercial and retail loans minus interest paid to depositors.This is the core profit engine generated by the spread between loan interest and deposit costs.
Non-Interest IncomeService fees, wealth management fees, and mortgage banking income.These are secondary, diversified revenue streams that provide stability when loan demand fluctuates.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-22
When Before Market
Estimate 0.94
Actual 0.94

Profitability

Profit Margin 40.78%
Operating Margin (TTM) 52.92%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.52%
Return on Equity (TTM) 9.45%

Valuation

Trailing PE 13.1
Forward PE 13.55
Enterprise Value 5.43B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.22
Enterprise Value 5.43B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.22
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.75
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 136.17M
Shares Floating 130.90M
Shares Outstanding 136.17M
Shares Floating 130.90M
Percent Insiders 2.23
Percent Institutions 78.06

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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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)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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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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