Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS)
| Market Cap | 8.79B -28.3% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 17.76B +10.4% |
| Net Income | 1.52B +27.1% |
| EPS | 23.99 +34.8% |
| Shares Out | 60.54M |
| PE Ratio | 6.05 |
| Forward PE | 6.07 |
| Dividend | $0.80 (0.55%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Volume | 1,330,698 |
| Open | 144.60 |
| Previous Close | 142.72 |
| Day's Range | 144.00 - 148.58 |
| 52-Week Range | 140.76 - 246.33 |
| Beta | 1.08 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 218.12 (+50.25%) |
| Earnings Date | Apr 27, 2026 |
About UHS
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; capita... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, Universal Health Services's revenue was $17.36 billion, an increase of 9.71% compared to the previous year's $15.83 billion. Earnings were $1.49 billion, an increase of 30.36%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 20 analysts, the average rating for UHS stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $218.12, which is an increase of 50.25% from the latest price.
News
Universal Health resumed with an Equal Weight at Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo resumed coverage of Universal Health (UHS) with an Equal Weight rating and $165 price target The firm’s 2026 EBITDA estimate is unchanged, but 2027 EBITDA estimated is down…
Universal Health Services Transcript: AGM 2026
The meeting covered director elections, executive compensation, auditor ratification, and a shareholder proposal on voting structure. All board proposals passed, while the shareholder proposal was rejected. No questions were raised by stockholders.
Universal Health Services Transcript: Bank of America Global Healthcare Conference 2026
Revenue growth was driven by pricing and Medicaid supplemental payments, while volume growth is expected to improve with new capacity and investments in behavioral health. AI and technology initiatives are enhancing efficiency, and capital is being allocated to share buybacks and the Talkspace acquisition.
Universal Health price target lowered to $310 from $320 at UBS
UBS lowered the firm’s price target on Universal Health (UHS) to $310 from $320 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
Universal Health price target lowered to $194 from $229 at Cantor Fitzgerald
Cantor Fitzgerald lowered the firm’s price target on Universal Health (UHS) to $194 from $229 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. Universal Health Services reported an in-line Q1…
Universal Health price target lowered to $230 from $245 at TD Cowen
TD Cowen lowered the firm’s price target on Universal Health (UHS) to $230 from $245 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm updated its model following Q1…
Universal Health price target lowered to $211 from $238 at Guggenheim
Guggenheim lowered the firm’s price target on Universal Health (UHS) to $211 from $238 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The story for the quarter “ultimately boiled down…
Universal Health price target lowered to $190 from $216 at RBC Capital
RBC Capital lowered the firm’s price target on Universal Health (UHS) to $190 from $216 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The company’s Q1 results came in…
Universal Health price target lowered to $204 from $241 at Baird
Baird analyst Michael Ha lowered the firm’s price target on Universal Health (UHS) to $204 from $241 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm updated its model…
Universal Health downgraded to Market Perform from Outperform at Raymond James
Raymond James downgraded Universal Health (UHS) to Market Perform from Outperform without a price target The firm has concerns about the company’s ability EBITDA guidance throughout 2026. The low end…
Universal Health Services Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
Q1 2026 saw strong revenue and EPS growth, driven by disciplined operations, pricing, and the strategic Talkspace acquisition. Acute and behavioral segments delivered solid results despite seasonal headwinds, with continued investment in technology, new facilities, and capital returns.
Universal Health Services Earnings release: Q1 2026
Universal Health Services released its Q1 2026 earnings on April 28, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Universal Health Services Quarterly report: Q1 2026
Universal Health Services has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on April 28, 2026.
Universal Health price target lowered to $238 from $268 at Barclays
Barclays lowered the firm’s price target on Universal Health (UHS) to $238 from $268 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares following the Q1 report. The firm says that…
Universal Health price target lowered to $238 from $262 at Guggenheim
Guggenheim lowered the firm’s price target on Universal Health (UHS) to $238 from $262 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
Universal Health Services Proxy statement: Proxy filing
Universal Health Services filed a proxy statement on April 9, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.
Universal Health Services Proxy statement: Proxy filing
Universal Health Services filed a proxy statement on April 9, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.
Universal Health Services Transcript: Barclays 28th Annual Global Healthcare Conference
The acquisition of Talkspace is set to accelerate outpatient behavioral growth, expand reach to younger, commercially insured populations, and enhance the care continuum. AI investments are driving operational efficiencies and improved reimbursement, while stable employment trends and strategic labor investments support growth across segments.
M&A News: Talkspace Stock (TALK) Surges 8% after $835M UHS Acquisition to Keep Tackling U.S. Mental Health Crisis
Shares in behavioral healthcare provider Talkspace ($TALK) dialed higher today after it was bought by hospital operator Universal Health Services ($UHS) for $835 million to keep tackling the post-Covi...
Universal Health Services Transcript: Leerink Global Healthcare Conference 2026
A major acquisition of Talkspace for $840 million is set to accelerate outpatient behavioral health growth, leveraging virtual care and a large therapist network. The deal is expected to be accretive, with ongoing investments in technology and AI to drive productivity and efficiency.
Universal Health to acquire Talkspace for $5.25 per share
07:40 EDT Universal Health (UHS) to acquire Talkspace (TALK) for $5.25 per share
Universal Health to acquire Talkspace for $5.25 per share
Universal Health Services (UHS) announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Talkspace (TALK) for $5.25 per share. The enterprise value for the transaction is approximately $83...