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Universal Health Services, Inc.

S&P 500

UHS/Healthcare · Medical Care Facilities/NYSE

Dividend Yield

0.56%

$0.80 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$144.46P/E6.0MCap8.6BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

87/ 100Very Safe

UHS's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 3.3% earnings payout ratio & 5.7% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 31.95% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 3.3%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 5.7%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 2.9%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

No material risks identified across rated metrics.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
5.7%Very Safe
2.9%Very Safe
14.0xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Caution

Profitability

Safe
21.4%Very Safe
11.2%Caution
90.5%Very Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
31.9%Very Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Universal Health Services, Inc.

Universal Health Services, Inc. is a leading healthcare provider that owns and operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health centers, surgical hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, freestanding emergency departments, and radiation oncology centers. The company operates primarily through two key segments: Acute Care Hospital Services, which encompasses its general acute care hospitals, freestanding emergency departments, and various ambulatory centers, and Behavioral Health Care Services, offering specialized treatment programs for conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychotic diagnoses, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and neurorehabilitation. A smaller Other segment provides centralized support including information technology, purchasing, reimbursement, accounting, finance, taxation, legal services, advertising, and design and construction. Universal Health Services, Inc. serves diverse patient populations across the United States, focusing on comprehensive medical and mental health care delivery in the hospital and nursing management industry within the broader health services sector. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, it plays a vital role in addressing acute medical needs and behavioral health challenges.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.56%

Annual Dividend

$0.80

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

3.34%

FCF Payout Ratio

5.74%

52-Week Range

$140.08 - $246.33

Dividend History (2016–2025)

UHS annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

UHS earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 8, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 18, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

31.95%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.18%

3-Year Total Growth

0.00%

5-Year Total Growth

300.00%

10-Year Total Growth

100.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$14,446.00

Annual Income

$80.00

Quarterly Income

$20.00

Monthly Income

$6.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is UHS's current dividend yield?
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) currently has a dividend yield of 0.56%, based on a stock price of $144.46 and an annual dividend of $0.80.
When is UHS's next dividend payment date?
UHS's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-08 and the next payment date is 2026-06-18. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does UHS pay in dividends per year?
Universal Health Services, Inc. paid $0.80 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has UHS been increasing its dividend?
Universal Health Services, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 31.95% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.18%.
Is UHS's dividend safe?
Universal Health Services, Inc. has a payout ratio of 3.34%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 5.74%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is UHS's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Universal Health Services, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for healthcare companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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