Universal Health Services Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has reported E.P.S. of $3.90 for its first fiscal quarter (ending March 31) versus $2.31 for the same period a year ago. E.P.S. were $11.95 for the latest four quarters through March 31 versus $9.50 for the same period a year ago.
Recent Price Action
Universal Health Services Inc. (NYSE: UHS) stock rose modestly by 0.6% on 4/24/24. The stock closed at $165.90. Moreover, unusually high trading volume at 189% of normal accompanied the advance. The stock has risen 2.8% during the last week and has been exceptionally strong relative to the market over the last nine months.
Current PriceTarget Research Rating
UHS’ future returns on capital are forecasted to be above the cost of capital. Accordingly, the company is expected to continue to be an important Value Builder.
Universal Health Services has a current Value Trend Rating of A (Highest Rating). This rating combines consistent signals from two proprietary PTR measures of a stock’s attractiveness. Universal Health Services has a good Appreciation Score of 76 and a very high Power Rating of 97, with the Highest Value Trend Rating the result.
Rating Review
In light of this new information and positive market action we are reviewing our current Overall Rating of A. This review will be completed in the next several days.
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