Universal Health Services (UHS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UHS - Universal Health Services, Inc. Class B
$174.83
2.11 (1.22%)
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5d:
+3.32%
30d:
+1.38%
90d:
+19.71%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 26, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: UHS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.0% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: UHS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.0% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$233.16
Based on 5.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$144.78
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 7.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: UHS is currently trading at $174.83, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $169.70 to $175.03. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 7.3) is in line with its historical norms (7.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 10.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UHS is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $177.88. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 58/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $193.65 (+10.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UHS is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $177.88. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 58/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $193.65 (+10.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$169.70 -
$175.03
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
70.0%
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- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (58/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($193.65)
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$169.70 -
$175.03
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$7.32
(4.2%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$166.43
Resistance Level
$177.88
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.28
Wall Street Target
$193.65
(+10.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
10.1%
Profit Margin
8.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.3 vs 7.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$173.08
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$171.35
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$169.64
(-3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7â8)
$174.79
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 6.6%)
$587.18
(+236%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.3, Growth: 6.6%)
$211.91
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.2, Growth: 6.6%)
$180.12
(+3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 7.17 | Current EPS (TTM): $24.08
Bull Case
$189.50
(+8%)
Analyst growth -0.3%, PE expands to 7.9
Base Case
$172.28
(-2%)
Market implied -0.3%, PE stable at 7.2
Bear Case
$117.45
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 6.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.3 to 7.5
Stabilization Target:
$180.14
(+3.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.0%
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