Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS) Stock Price Down 9.1% After Earnings Miss

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-15T11:42:06+00:00

Universal Health Services' stock fell 9.1% after fourth-quarter earnings missed expectations. Despite this, the company forecasts positive EPS growth for FY 2026 and improved profitability for 2025, with analysts holding a "Hold" rating and a price target of $234.53.

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2026-03-15 11:42:06

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Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS) saw its stock price drop 9.1% after reporting fourth-quarter earnings that missed analyst expectations, with EPS of $5.88 versus $5.92 expected and revenue of $4.49 billion against $4.50 billion. Despite this short-term selling pressure, the company provided positive FY 2026 EPS guidance and highlighted improved profitability in 2025 with an 11.5% operating margin. Analysts currently have an average “Hold” rating on UHS with a price target of $234.53.

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