Universal Health ServicesUHS -0.30%85 EV-to-FCF is 15.79 as of Jun. 24, 2026, which is 41% below its 10-year median of 26.81. GuruFocus rates UHS with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $228.22 (Significantly Undervalued). Among 410 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Universal Health Services ranks better than 53.9% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Universal Health Services's Enterprise Value is $13,949 Mil.
Universal Health Services's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $883 Mil. Therefore, Universal Health Services's EV-to-FCF for today is 15.79.
The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Health Services's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
UHS'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1313.31 Med: 26.81 Max: 590.54
Current: 15.79
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Universal Health Services was 590.54. The lowest was -1313.31. And the median was 26.81.
UHS's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 53.9% of 410
companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 17.47
vs UHS: 15.79
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS) EV-to-FCF Explanation
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Universal Health Services's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Universal Health Services's share price for today is $145.41.
Universal Health Services's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $24.000.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Universal Health Services EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Universal Health Services EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Universal Health Services's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Universal Health Services EV-to-FCF vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry
For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Universal Health Services's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Health Services's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Universal Health Services's current Enterprise Value is $13,949 Mil.
Universal Health Services's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $883 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Universal Health Services (UHS) has a EV-to-FCF of 15.79 as of Jun. 24, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Universal Health Services and its competitors. This is 41% below median its historical median of 26.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #189 out of 410 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 46.1%.
Is Universal Health Services' EV-to-FCF too high?
Universal Health Services' current EV-to-FCF of 15.79 is 41% below median its 10-year median of 26.81. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.47. Universal Health Services' value of 15.79 is 9.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #189 out of 410 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Universal Health Services has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Health Services' EV-to-FCF compare to ENSG and EHC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #189 out of 410 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Universal Health Services in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 17.47. Universal Health Services' value of 15.79 is 9.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 26.81 vs. the industry median of 17.47, Universal Health Services has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 17.47, based on 410 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Universal Health Services's current EV-to-FCF of 15.79 is 9.6% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Universal Health Services and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 17.47 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Health Services's current EV-to-FCF is 15.79, which is 41% below median its own 10-year median of 26.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Health Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Health Services (UHS) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $228.22, compared to a current price of $145.41 — trading 36.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 15.79, which is 41% below median its 10-year median of 26.81 and 9.6% below the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 17.47. Universal Health Services' overall GF Score™ is 85/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Health Services (UHS), the current EV-to-FCF is 15.79 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Universal Health Services (UHS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Health Services stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $145.41 is trading 36.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $228.22.
GuruFocus considers Universal Health Services to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for UHS:
EV-to-FCF: 15.79 (41% below median its 10-year median of 26.81)
GF Value™: $228.22 vs. price of $145.41 (36.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 9.6% below the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#189 of 410)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UHS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Universal Health Services Inc offers healthcare services through its behavioral health centers, acute care hospitals, and related outpatient facilities. As of late 2025, the company operated 346 inpatient behavioral health centers, 29 acute care hospitals, and many supportive outpatient facilities. Its operations are concentrated in the U.S, particularly in Nevada (21% of 2025 operating profits), Texas (19%), and California (13%), although it does have some exposure to the UK behavioral health market (6% of 2025 sales) too. While its acute care services account for over 55% of revenue, the behavioral health centers sport higher margins and account for over 55% of pretax profits.
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