Every 8-K that Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) has filed with the SEC in the last 24 months is listed below, newest first, and each one links through to the document itself with the summary and the scores our analysis gives it.
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Universal Electronics Inc. (UEIC) entered into a Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement on August 21, 2026 with lenders party to the agreement and U.S. Bank National Association as administrative agent. This agreement amends and restates the prior Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement from October 27, 2017.
The revisions focus on updating definitions used in calculating the borrowing base and modifying the consolidated fixed charge coverage ratio covenant and the consolidated cash flow leverage ratio covenant. All other provisions of the existing credit agreement remain substantially the same, and the full agreement is included as an exhibit.
Universal Electronics Inc. disclosed that its subsidiary, Gemstar Technology (Yangzhou) Co. Ltd. (GTY), entered into a Line of Credit Agreement and a Working Capital Loan Contract with Bank of China Limited, Baoying Sub-Branch, on July 15, 2026, as a continuation of a line of credit granted in August 2024.
Under these agreements, together with prior Maximum Mortgage Contracts from August 29, 2024 and September 1, 2025, GTY’s borrowing capacity remains at 130,000,000 RMB for general business purposes until July 9, 2027.
Universal Electronics Inc. reported that director Sue Ann R. Hamilton has decided to resign from the Board of Directors and the Board committees on which she served. The company states that her resignation, effective June 30, 2026, is not the result of any disputes or disagreements with management or the Board.
Universal Electronics Inc. received approximately $7.6 million on June 17, 2026 from a third-party financial institution under a Claim Sale and Purchase Agreement.
The company sold all of its and its affiliates’ claims and related rights to potential refunds of tariffs previously paid to U.S. Customs and Border Protection that were tied to tariffs ruled unlawful by the U.S. Supreme Court on February 20, 2026. The purchase price reflects a discount to the aggregate amount payable on these claims and may be refunded in whole or in part, with interest, if the claims are later impaired. Universal Electronics also agreed to post-closing cooperation obligations with the buyer regarding these claims.
Universal Electronics Inc. reported results from its annual stockholder meeting held on May 19, 2026. Stockholders elected five Class II directors, with support levels ranging from about 6.1 million to 7.6 million votes in favor for each nominee, plus broker non-votes.
Investors approved an amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation to declassify the Board of Directors, with 7,719,323 votes for and 387,784 against. As a result, all directors will stand for election annually beginning with the 2027 annual meeting.
Stockholders also approved an amendment and restatement of the 2018 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan, increasing the shares available for issuance by 375,000, and supported executive compensation on a non-binding advisory basis. They ratified Grant Thornton LLP as the independent auditor for the year ending December 31, 2026.
Universal Electronics Inc. reported weaker sales but meaningful cost reductions in the first quarter of 2026. GAAP net sales were $79.0 million, down from $92.3 million a year earlier, with connected home revenue of $28.3 million and home entertainment revenue of $50.7 million.
GAAP gross margin slipped to 26.1% from 28.3%. The company posted a GAAP operating loss of $3.9 million and a GAAP net loss of $7.3 million, or $0.58 per share, compared to a $6.3 million loss, or $0.48 per share, in 2025. On an adjusted non-GAAP basis, net loss improved slightly to $1.3 million, or $0.10 per diluted share, from $1.5 million, or $0.12 per diluted share.
Management highlighted a $5.3 million year-over-year reduction in operating expenses and about $9.8 million of inventory reduction, with cash and cash equivalents at $29.8 million at March 31, 2026. For full-year 2026, the company reaffirmed guidance for a revenue decline and expects adjusted non-GAAP diluted EPS between $0.45 and $0.65, versus $0.31 in 2025.
Universal Electronics Inc. announced that Ramzi Ammari, Senior Vice President of Corporate Planning and Strategy, has decided to retire, effective May 29, 2026. He informed the company of his decision on March 13, 2026. The role covers long-term planning and strategic initiatives for the business.
The company and Mr. Ammari signed a letter agreement that provides for a severance-style payment if his employment is terminated by the company without cause before his planned retirement date. In that case, he would receive his current base salary from the termination date through May 29, 2026, conditioned on signing and not revoking the company’s standard separation agreement and release.
Universal Electronics Inc. reported mixed 2025 results with improving profitability but lower sales and cautious 2026 guidance. For 2025, GAAP net sales were $368.3 million versus $394.9 million, and GAAP net loss was $18.6 million, or $1.41 per share. On a non-GAAP basis, the company delivered its first profitable year since 2022 with adjusted net income of $4.2 million, or $0.31 per share, and generated $23.6 million of operating cash flow.
In Q4 2025, GAAP net sales were $87.7 million versus $110.5 million, while GAAP net loss narrowed to $1.1 million. Adjusted non-GAAP net income was $2.3 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, supported by lower operating expenses and slightly higher gross margin of 29.7%.
The Board expanded the share repurchase program, authorizing up to an additional 1,000,000 shares, for a total of 1,013,556 shares available, after repurchasing 765,201 shares, or 5.8% of shares outstanding, in Q4 2025. A Twelfth Amendment to the Credit Agreement increased the limit on restricted payments from $4 million to $8 million. Looking to fiscal 2026, management expects revenue to decline year over year but targets adjusted non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.45 to $0.65 through further cost reductions and efficiency initiatives.
Universal Electronics Inc. reported that it entered into an Eleventh Amendment to its Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement on November 17, 2025. The amendment extends the maturity of the revolving credit facility through September 30, 2027 and reduces the aggregate credit limit to $60,000,000. It also revises the consolidated fixed charge coverage ratio covenant and the definition of Consolidated EBITDA, while leaving other provisions of the credit facility substantially unchanged. This action updates the company’s primary bank financing arrangement and clarifies the terms under which lenders will continue to provide revolving credit.
Universal Electronics Inc. (UEIC) furnished a press release reporting results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, as Exhibit 99.
The Board authorized management to continue the October 2023 share repurchase program, permitting buybacks up to the lesser of $3.5 million or 778,362 shares. Repurchases may occur from time to time via open‑market and/or privately negotiated transactions, including plans under Rule 10b5‑1, and can be discontinued at any time.
Universal Electronics appointed Sui Man Ho (aka Raymond Ho) as Interim Chief Financial Officer, principal financial officer and principal accounting officer effective immediately. Mr. Ho, age 53, has been Senior Vice President, Finance since May 2025 and has worked at the company since April 2011 in progressively senior finance roles in Asia and global operations. He is a Hong Kong CPA and holds a BBA and an EMBA. The company will increase his base salary to $341,250 (a 5% raise) and set a $25,000 target bonus subject to performance, and expects to enter its standard indemnification agreement with him.