Universal Health Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

UHS Stock  USD 181.85  4.54  2.56%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on Universal Health is Buy with 8 hold recommendations. The current projected Universal Health target price consensus is 155.64 with 16 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways Universal Health Services analysts use to provide buy-or-sell recommendation to the public are conference calls analysis and financial statements evaluations. Some experts can also talk to Universal Health vendors, executives, and/or customers. Universal Health recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected Universal Health Services target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation of 0.0. Check out Macroaxis Advice on Universal Health to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
Lowest Forecast
141.63
Highest Forecast
172.76
Target Price
155.64
Gross Profit is likely to drop to about 1.1 B in 2024. Pretax Profit Margin is likely to drop to 0.06 in 2024. At this time, Universal Health's Non Current Assets Total are comparatively stable compared to the past year. Net Receivables is likely to gain to about 2.4 B in 2024, whereas Non Currrent Assets Other are likely to drop slightly above 228.7 M in 2024.
  
It's important to approach Universal Health's target price projections with caution. While they can be useful as part of a broader investment strategy, they are inherently speculative and subject to various kinds of risk, including market volatility and unforeseen external factors. Always consider multiple aspects and do your own research when making investment decisions.

Universal Health Target Price Consensus

We track the performance of the top 100 financial experts across various large and mid-size financial boutiques. Universal target price is determined by taking all analyst projections and averaging them out. There is no one specific way to measure analysts' performance other than comparing it to past results via a very sophisticated attribution analysis. Universal Health's target price projections below should be used in combination with other traditional price prediction techniques such as stock price forecasting, investor sentiment analysis, technical analysis, earnings estimate, and various momentum models.
   16  Buy
Most Universal analysts issue ratings four times a year, at intervals of three months. Ratings are usually accompanied by a target price to help potential investors understand Universal stock's fair price compared to its market value. Analysts arrive at stock ratings after researching the public financial statements of Universal Health Services, talking to its executives and customers, or listening to those companies' conference calls.
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Universal Health Target Price Projection

Universal Health's current and average target prices are 181.85 and 155.64, respectively. The current price of Universal Health is the price at which Universal Health Services is currently trading. On the other hand, Universal Health's target price is what analysts think the stock is worth or could sell for in the future. The more significant the discrepancy between the two prices, the more it stimulates investors to act.

Current Price

Universal Health Market Quote on 28th of March 2024

Low Price178.36Odds
High Price181.93Odds

181.85

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On Universal Health Target Price

Low Estimate141.63Odds
High Estimate172.76Odds

155.64

Historical Lowest Forecast  141.63 Target Price  155.64 Highest Forecast  172.76
Note that most analysts generally publish their price targets in research reports on specific companies, along with recommendations for the company's stock.Although price targets are often quoted in the financial news media, there could be a delay between the publication of the latest analyst outlook on Universal Health Services and the information provided on this page.

Universal Health Analyst Ratings

Universal Health's analyst stock recommendations are determined by taking an average estimate of all analysts we track and classifying them as Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Strong Sell, or Sell. Ratings generally communicate what analysts sense about Universal Health stock, and they use a lot of effort and time to analyze it and arrive at a rating. That suggests that analyst recommendations are the outcome of an objective and thorough examination of Universal Health's financials, market performance, and future outlook by experienced professionals. Universal Health's historical ratings below, therefore, can serve as a valuable tool for investors.

Analyst Consensus Breakdown

Average Consensus Estimates

Analysts determine stock price targets through various methods, including financial modeling, peer comparison, and company analysis. The stock price target is the analyst's best estimate of the future price of a stock and is used by investors to make investment decisions. However, it is important to note that stock price targets are not guaranteed, and the actual price of a stock can differ significantly from the target due to various factors such as market conditions, economic events, and company developments.

Steps to utilize Universal Health price targets

Universal Health's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using Universal Health's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at Universal Health's target prices provided by various analysts and compare them. This can help you gain a more balanced view of the Stock's potential.
  • Look at the analyst's track record to determine if they have a history of accurately predicting stock prices.
  • Look at the Company's financials, including revenue, earnings, and debt, to determine if it is in good financial health.
  • Consider market conditions. For example, take into account the state of the economy, competition, and regulatory environment, to determine if Universal Health's stock is likely to perform well.
  • Diversify your portfolio and do not rely solely on stock target prices to make investment decisions. Invest in a mix of stocks, bonds, and other assets to manage risk.
Remember that stock target prices are just estimates and are subject to change. Therefore, using them as one factor in a larger investment strategy is essential rather than relying solely on them to make decisions.

Additional Universal Health Value Projection Modules

Most investment researchers agree that the mispricing and readjustment of any Stock value happens often and is sometimes even predictable, but there is no strong theory explaining why it happens. The current price of Universal Health is a key component of Universal Health valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a Universal Health.
Sophisticated investors, who have witnessed many market ups and downs, anticipate that the market will even out over time. This tendency of Universal Health's price to converge to an average value over time is called mean reversion. However, historically, high market prices usually discourage investors that believe in mean reversion to invest, while low prices are viewed as an opportunity to buy.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
179.47180.79182.11
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
169.65170.97200.04
Details
Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
178.66179.97181.29
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
2.893.133.45
Details
Please note, it is not enough to conduct a financial or market analysis of a single entity such as Universal Health. Your research has to be compared to or analyzed against Universal Health's peers to derive any actionable benefits. When done correctly, Universal Health's competitive analysis will give you plenty of quantitative and qualitative data to validate your investment decisions or develop an entirely new strategy toward taking a position in Universal Health Services.

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When determining whether Universal Health Services is a strong investment it is important to analyze Universal Health's competitive position within its industry, examining market share, product or service uniqueness, and competitive advantages. Beyond financials and market position, potential investors should also consider broader economic conditions, industry trends, and any regulatory or geopolitical factors that may impact Universal Health's future performance. For an informed investment choice regarding Universal Stock, refer to the following important reports:
Check out Macroaxis Advice on Universal Health to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
Note that the Universal Health Services information on this page should be used as a complementary analysis to other Universal Health's statistical models used to find the right mix of equity instruments to add to your existing portfolios or create a brand new portfolio. You can also try the Economic Indicators module to top statistical indicators that provide insights into how an economy is performing.

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The data published in Universal Health's official financial statements usually reflect Universal Health's business processes, product offerings, services, and other fundamental events. But there are other numbers, ratios, or fundamental indicators derived from these statements that are easier to understand and visualize within the underlying realities that drive quantitative information of Universal Health Services. For example, before you start analyzing numbers published by Universal accountants, it's critical to develop an understanding of what Universal Health's liquidity, profitability, and earnings quality are in the context of the Health Care Providers & Services space in which it operates.
Please note, the presentation of Universal Health's financial position, as portrayed in its financial statements, is often influenced by management's estimates, judgments, and sometimes even manipulations. In the best case, Universal Health's management is honest, while the outside auditors are strict and uncompromising. Whatever the case, the imprecision that can be found in Universal Health's accounting process means that the reasonable investor should take a skeptical approach toward the financial statement analysis of Universal Health Services. Please utilize our Beneish M Score to check the likelihood of Universal Health's management manipulating its earnings.