Universal Health Services Inc (UHS)

Currency in USD
180.55
-1.40(-0.77%)
Real-time Data·
Earnings results expected in 12 days
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Fair Value
Day's Range
179.39182.19
52 wk Range
152.33246.33
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
181.95
Open
181.49
Day's Range
179.39-182.19
52 wk Range
152.33-246.33
Volume
146.9K
Average Vol. (3m)
735.54K
1-Year Change
2.8775%
Book Value / Share
116.45
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
247.35
Upside
+37.00%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
High shareholder yield
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Universal Health Services, Inc., through its subsidiaries, owns and operates acute care hospitals, and outpatient and behavioral health care facilities in the United States. It operates through Acute Care Hospital Services and Behavioral Health Care Services segments. The company’s hospitals offer general and specialty surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics, emergency room care, radiology, oncology, diagnostic and coronary care, pediatric, pharmacy, and/or behavioral health services. It also provides commercial health insurance services; capital resources; and various management services, including central purchasing, information services, finance and control systems, facilities planning, physician recruitment, administrative personnel management, marketing, and public relations services. Universal Health Services, Inc. was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.

Universal Health Services Inc SWOT Analysis


Market Outlook
Analyst price targets range from $227 to $263, reflecting confidence in UHS's ability to navigate healthcare policy changes while leveraging margin expansion opportunities across its business segments.
Strategic Vision
Explore UHS's shareholder-focused approach through a $1.759 billion stock repurchase program representing 13% of market cap, balanced with strategic development initiatives for long-term growth.
Segment Dynamics
Delve into UHS's contrasting segment performance where acute care shines with 43% same-store EBITDA growth while behavioral health faces persistent volume challenges despite pricing strength.
Financial Resilience
UHS demonstrates robust performance with Q3 adjusted EBITDA exceeding estimates by 9%, leading to raised 2025 guidance despite underlying operational challenges masked by one-time payments.
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Universal Health Services Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2025

  • UHS met Q4 2025 EPS forecast at $5.88 (+20% YoY) but missed revenue at $4.49B vs $4.51B expected; stock fell 9.37% after-hours to $230.73
  • Q4 revenue grew 9% YoY with adjusted EBITDA up 10%; net income per share reached $7.06 despite Las Vegas market softness impacting acute care volumes
  • FY2026 guidance: EPS $5.25-$6.06 per quarter, revenue $4.39B-$4.69B quarterly; strategic expansion planned across acute and behavioral health segments
  • CEO Pember highlighted strategic staffing investments to drive 2026 growth; management aggressively buying back shares with company rated 'GREAT' financial health
  • Key risks include Las Vegas market weakness, potential healthcare exchange volume declines, rising operating costs, and Medicaid program approval delays
Last Updated: 02/26/2026, 11:09 AM
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Compare UHS to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
UHS
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Relationship
P/E Ratio
7.4x19.9x−0.5x
PEG Ratio
0.203.650.00
Price / Book
1.5x3.8x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
0.6x1.3x3.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
32.5%40.5%47.6%
Fair Value Upside
Unlock19.1%6.1%Unlock

Analyst Ratings

8 Buy
10 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
19 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 247.35
(+37.00% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Cantor Fitzgerald
Hold229.00+26.95%-MaintainApr 15, 2026
Guggenheim
Buy262.00+45.24%238.00MaintainApr 13, 2026
Cantor Fitzgerald
Hold229.00+26.95%-MaintainApr 02, 2026
RBC Capital
Hold216.00+19.74%245.00MaintainMar 16, 2026
Wells Fargo
Hold212.00+17.52%235.00MaintainMar 02, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 23.10%
Dividend Yield
0.44%
Industry Median 2.48%
Annualized Payout
0.80
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+31.95%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Feb 25, 2026
EPS / Forecast
5.88 / 5.88
Revenue / Forecast
4.49B / 4.51B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

UHS Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Universal Health Services (UHS) Stock Price Today?

The Universal Health Services stock price today is 180.55 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Universal Health Services Trade On?

Universal Health Services is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Universal Health Services?

The stock symbol for Universal Health Services is "UHS."

Does Universal Health Services Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Universal Health Services dividend yield is 0.44%.

What Is the Universal Health Services Market Cap?

As of today, Universal Health Services market cap is 11.10B USD.

What Is Universal Health Services's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Universal Health Services EPS (TTM) is 23.10.

When Is the Next Universal Health Services Earnings Date?

Universal Health Services will release its next earnings report on Apr 27, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is UHS a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Universal Health Services Stock Split?

Universal Health Services has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Universal Health Services Have?

Universal Health Services has 89950 employees.

What is the current trading status of Universal Health Services (UHS)?

As of Apr 15, 2026, Universal Health Services (UHS) is trading at a price of 180.55 USD, with a previous close of 181.95 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 179.39 USD to 182.19 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 152.33 USD to 246.33 USD.

What Is Universal Health Services (UHS) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Universal Health Services is 247.35 USD, with a high estimate of 320 USD and a low estimate of 212 USD. 8 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +37.00% Upside potential.

What Is the UHS Premarket Price?

UHS's last pre-market stock price is 183.38 USD. The pre-market share volume is 20.00, and the stock has decreased by 1.43, or 0.79%.

What Is the UHS After Hours Price?

UHS's last after hours stock price is 184.47 USD, the stock has decreased by 2.52, or 1.39%.
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