Universal Health Services, Inc.
S&P 500Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53
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
0.41%
Annual Dividend
$0.80
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
3.46%
FCF Payout Ratio
6.22%
Stock Price
$185.92
52-Week Range
$152.33 – $246.33
Dividend Health Score
UHS's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 3.5% earnings payout ratio & 6.2% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 31.95% 5-year CAGR.
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UHS annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
UHS earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
March 2, 2026
Next Payment Date
March 16, 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%
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