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Unisys Corporation (UIS)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: UIS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -57.72% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 321.23M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 683384 | Beta 1.26 | 52 Weeks Range 3.31 - 8.93 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.31 - 8.93 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.79 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -9.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) 17.75% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.03% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 13.59 | Enterprise Value 494182912 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.16 |
Enterprise Value 494182912 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.16 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.24 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.76 | Shares Outstanding 71068096 | Shares Floating 64726961 |
Shares Outstanding 71068096 | Shares Floating 64726961 | ||
Percent Insiders 6.79 | Percent Institutions 84.22 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 7.5 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold 2 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Unisys Corporation

Company Overview
History and Background
Unisys Corporation was founded in 1986 through the merger of Sperry Corporation and Burroughs Corporation. Both companies had long histories in computing, dating back to the late 19th century. Unisys focused on mainframe systems, but later diversified into IT services, software, and cloud solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Digital Workplace Solutions: Offers end-user services, digital platforms, and modern workplace solutions to improve employee productivity and experiences.
- Cloud and Infrastructure Solutions: Provides cloud migration, management, and optimization services, as well as infrastructure solutions to help clients modernize their IT environments.
- Business Process Solutions: Focuses on industry-specific solutions, including application services, outsourcing, and digital transformation services for sectors like financial services, government, and transportation.
Leadership and Structure
Peter Altabef serves as Chairman and CEO. The organizational structure is divided into business units based on core business areas, supported by corporate functions such as finance, HR, and marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Unisys Stealth: A security software suite that uses microsegmentation and identity-based access controls to protect critical data and applications. No official market share numbers are publicly available. Competitors include Akamai, Palo Alto Networks, and Cisco.
- CloudForte: A suite of cloud management and automation solutions designed to accelerate cloud adoption and optimization. Revenue from cloud solutions is not explicitly broken out. Competitors include IBM, AWS, and Microsoft Azure.
- ClearPath Forward: Unisys ClearPath Forward provides enterprise computing solutions, incorporating modernized technology. Competitors include IBM's Z Series.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The IT services industry is characterized by intense competition, rapid technological advancements, and evolving customer needs. Key trends include cloud adoption, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
Positioning
Unisys positions itself as a provider of digital transformation and IT services for specific industries. It aims to differentiate through specialized solutions, security expertise, and a focus on client outcomes. It competes with larger, more diversified IT services providers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for IT services is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars globally. Unisys, with its specialized offerings, aims to capture a portion of this market by focusing on specific industries and service areas.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong expertise in security solutions (Stealth)
- Long-standing relationships with government and enterprise clients
- Specialized industry solutions (financial services, government)
- Experience in mainframe modernization and migration
Weaknesses
- Smaller scale compared to major IT service providers
- Past financial performance has been inconsistent
- Market perception as a legacy IT company
- Limited brand awareness
Opportunities
- Growing demand for cloud migration and management services
- Increasing need for cybersecurity solutions
- Digital transformation initiatives in targeted industries
- Expansion of partnerships and alliances
Threats
- Intense competition from larger IT service providers
- Rapid technological changes and innovation
- Economic downturns impacting IT spending
- Security breaches and cyber threats
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IBM (IBM)
- Accenture (ACN)
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Competitive Landscape
Unisys faces competition from large, diversified IT service providers and niche players. Its strengths lie in specialized solutions and security expertise, but it must compete on scale and brand awareness.
Major Acquisitions
Unify Square
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 72
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Unisys's Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) capabilities and strengthened its digital workplace solutions.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Unisys has experienced periods of growth and contraction in the past. Growth has been volatile.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary, but generally expect moderate growth in revenue and earnings due to increased demand for IT services and cloud solutions. (needs to be dynamically updated)
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include strategic partnerships, product launches, and restructuring efforts to improve efficiency and profitability.
Summary
Unisys is a mid-sized IT services provider with strengths in security and specialized industry solutions. Its smaller scale and inconsistent financial performance pose challenges. Recent acquisitions and strategic initiatives aim to drive future growth, but it needs to execute effectively in a competitive market.
Similar Companies
- IBM
- ACN
- INFY
- WIT
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Unisys Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a financial advisor. Data is subject to change.
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Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Unisys Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Blue Bell, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1972-06-01 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Peter A. Altabef J.D. | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Information Technology Services | Full time employees 15900 | Website https://www.unisys.com |
Full time employees 15900 | Website https://www.unisys.com |
Unisys Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an information technology solutions company in the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally. It operates in three segments: Digital Workplace Solutions (DWS); Cloud, Applications & Infrastructure Solutions (CA&I); and Enterprise Computing Solutions (ECS). The DWS segment provides workplace solutions, such as intelligent workplace services, unified experience management, modern device management, workplace as a service, and seamless collaboration. Its CA&I segment offers cloud services, cloud artificial intelligence services, application services, data services, and cybersecurity solutions; and digital transformation in the areas of cloud migration and management, applications and infrastructure transformation, and modernization solutions. The ECS segment provides license and support solutions, such as ClearPath Forward that provides a secure and scalable operating environment for high-intensity enterprise computing; and specialized services, next-generation computing, and industry solutions. It also offers various micro-market and business process solutions. The company serves the financial services, travel and transportation, telecommunications, and healthcare industries; state, local, and non-U.S. government agencies; and not-for-profit organizations. Unisys Corporation was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.
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