UHS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
UHS - Universal Health Services, Inc. Class B
$164.28
-4.76 (-2.82%)
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5d:
-1.17%
30d:
+3.94%
90d:
-1.08%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: UHS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: UHS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$240.80
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$149.52
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 7.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: UHS is currently trading at $164.28, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $146.21 to $160.49. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 7.0) is in line with its historical norms (7.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.6% 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 strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $147.07, while resistance sits at $176.03.
Market Sentiment: UHS has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $193.88 (+14.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, UHS is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $147.07, while resistance sits at $176.03.
Market Sentiment: UHS has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $193.88 (+14.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$146.21 -
$160.49
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
59.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($193.88)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$146.21 -
$160.49
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$147.07
Resistance Level
$176.03
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.99
Wall Street Target
$193.88
(+14.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
10.1%
Profit Margin
8.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.0 vs 7.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$164.64
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$160.36
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$156.19
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→8)
$169.89
(+1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 7.1%)
$616.87
(+265%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.0, Growth: 7.1%)
$207.93
(+23%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.9, Growth: 7.1%)
$176.74
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 6.87 | Current EPS (TTM): $24.51
Bull Case
$182.88
(+8%)
Analyst growth -1.3%, PE expands to 7.6
Base Case
$166.26
(-2%)
Market implied -1.3%, PE stable at 6.9
Bear Case
$114.54
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 5.8
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 7.0 to 7.6
Stabilization Target:
$183.86
(+8.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.8%
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Buys
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Sells
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