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USANA Health Sciences Inc(USNA)

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1-STAR RATING
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$14.82
09/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for USNA

09/28/2026: USNA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

USANA Health Sciences is a consumer-focused company that sells nutritional supplements and skincare products through a direct-selling model. Its main strength lies in its debt-free balance sheet, commitment to in-house manufacturing, and a strong, science-backed product reputation. The company's primary growth story revolves around digital transformation to better support its associate network and expansion into new markets. However, investors face significant risks from heavy reliance on direct-selling, high geographic concentration, and intense competition from mass-market retailers. USANA may best suit investors comfortable with the risks of network marketing who monitor its ability to modernize digital platforms and navigate evolving international regulations.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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 fitGrowth is currently constrained by the maturity of the direct-selling model in key regions.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock has struggled to maintain consistent upward momentum amid regional revenue pressures.
Value investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company's clean balance sheet and valuation often appeal to those seeking fundamental value.
Dividend investorWeak fitUSANA does not pay a regular dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe business faces regulatory and geopolitical risks that introduce volatility not ideal for low-risk strategies.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highChanges in international regulatory environments often cause significant share price swings.
Valuation riskMediumWhile typically reasonably priced, market sentiment toward direct-selling can depress valuations.
Competition risk (direct-selling)HighHigh competition from e-commerce and other direct-selling firms impacts customer retention.
Business qualityMediumStrong manufacturing quality is offset by the inherent model risk of direct-selling.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors receive no yield from the stock.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess depends heavily on the company's ability to motivate and retain independent associates.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

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

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -57.06%
Avg. Invested days 27
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
USNA has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-74.4%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.9%), moderate revenue growth (+8.3%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
USNA's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (0.9% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is USNA's strongest growth driver at +8.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-74.4%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-83.3%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 63.4% and approximately 53.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 40.88% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 6.44%
Pzena Investment Management, LLC 6.00%
Renaissance Technologies Corp 5.51%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.53%
Nantahala Capital Management, LLC 4.38%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
USNA generates approximately $783 of gross profit, $55 of operating income, and $9 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins explain the 2-star rating, with soft cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 72.36%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
USNA 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 Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 273.82M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 25
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 25
Volume (30-day avg) 207.3K shares
Beta 0.68
52 Weeks Range 12.57 - 27.95
Updated Date 09/29/2026
52 Weeks Range 12.57 - 27.95
Updated Date 09/29/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.21

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
NutritionalsCellSentials and specialty supplements sold to distributors.This is the primary revenue engine for the company.
Asia-Pacific GeographySales generated in China and surrounding regions.This region is the most critical driver of total company revenue and growth.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 7.93
Enterprise Value 110.66M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.3
Enterprise Value 110.66M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.3
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.12
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.65
Shares Outstanding 18.48M
Shares Floating 9.93M
Shares Outstanding 18.48M
Shares Floating 9.93M
Percent Insiders 40.88
Percent Institutions 63.4

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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)

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)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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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)

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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.

About USANA Health Sciences Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Salt Lake City, UT, United States
IPO Launch date 1996-07-25
CEO & Executive Chairman Mr. Kevin G. Guest
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Packaged Foods
Full time employees 1570
Full time employees 1570

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. develops, manufactures, and sells science-based nutritional, personal care, and skincare products in the Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Europe. It operates in two segments, Core nutritional and Hiya Direct-To-Consumer. The company offers USANA nutritional optimizers, including supplements for cardiovascular health, skeletal/structural health, and digestive health; Essentials/CellSentials, such as vitamin and mineral supplements for age group beginning with children 13 months of age; and food products that include meal replacement shakes, snack bars, and other related products for healthy weight management, digestive health, and energy and hydration. It offers Celavive, a skincare regimen for various skin care types and ethnicities; and all other products comprising materials and online tools for associates to build business and marketing of products The company sells its products through retail customers, a subscription model, and direct selling, as well as online. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.