United-Guardian, Inc. Stock Hits New 52-Week Low at $7.64

United-Guardian, Inc., a microcap company in the specialty chemicals industry, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 7.64 on September 25, 2025. This marks a significant decline for the stock, which has seen a one-year performance drop of 13.52%, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's gain of 15.79% during the same period.
The company's market capitalization stands at USD 39 million, and it currently has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 13.00. United-Guardian offers a dividend yield of 7.10%, indicating a commitment to returning value to shareholders. However, the company has faced challenges, as evidenced by a net profit of USD 1.16 million for the half-year, reflecting a decline of 37.66%. Additionally, net sales for the same period decreased by 19.95%, highlighting ongoing performance issues.

Despite these challenges, United-Guardian maintains a relatively low debt-to-equity ratio of -0.73 and a return on equity of 22.07%, suggesting effective management efficiency. The stock's price-to-book ratio is 3.39, indicating its valuation in the market. Overall, the recent price movement underscores the company's struggles in a competitive landscape.