Universal Health Realtyome TrustUHT +1.87%74 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.59% as of Mar. 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 3.85. GuruFocus rates UHT with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $40.74 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 12 warning signs investors should review. Among 938 REITs companies, Universal Health Realtyome Trust ranks worse than 50.96% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Health Realtyome Trust's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
UHT'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.6 Med: 3.85 Max: 20.39
Current: 3.17
During the past 13 years, Universal Health Realtyome Trust's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 20.39%. The lowest was 2.60%. And the median was 3.85%.
UHT's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than 50.96% of 938
companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 3.265
vs UHT: 3.17
Universal Health Realtyome Trust (NYSE:UHT) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
Universal Health Realtyome Trust Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Universal Health Realtyome Trust Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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.
Universal Health Realtyome Trust Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
UHT vs CHCT, XRN, STRW: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the REIT - Healthcare Facilities subindustry, Universal Health Realtyome Trust's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Realtyome Trust Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs REITs Industry
For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Universal Health Realtyome Trust's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Health Realtyome Trust's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.59% mean?
Universal Health Realtyome Trust (UHT) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.59% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Universal Health Realtyome Trust and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 3.85. Over the past decade, Universal Health Realtyome Trust's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 2.60 to 20.39. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Health Realtyome Trust ranks #478 out of 938 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 51%.
Is Universal Health Realtyome Trust's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Universal Health Realtyome Trust's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.59% is near median its 10-year median of 3.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.60 to a high of 20.39. The REITs industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.27. Universal Health Realtyome Trust's value of 3.59% is 10% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Health Realtyome Trust ranks #478 out of 938 companies in the REITs industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Universal Health Realtyome Trust has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Health Realtyome Trust's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to CHCT and XRN?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Universal Health Realtyome Trust ranks #478 out of 938 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Universal Health Realtyome Trust in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.27. Universal Health Realtyome Trust's value of 3.59% is 10% above this benchmark. Historically, Universal Health Realtyome Trust's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 2.60 to 20.39 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.85 vs. the industry median of 3.27, Universal Health Realtyome Trust has consistently been above 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a REITs company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among REITs companies is 3.27, based on 938 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Universal Health Realtyome Trust's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 3.59% is 10% above 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Universal Health Realtyome Trust and its competitors. For the REITs industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.27 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Health Realtyome Trust's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.59%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 3.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Health Realtyome Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Health Realtyome Trust (UHT) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $40.74, compared to a current price of $45.82 — trading 12.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.59%, which is near median its 10-year median of 3.85 and 10% above the REITs industry median of 3.27. Universal Health Realtyome Trust's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 12 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Health Realtyome Trust (UHT), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.59% as of Mar. 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 Realtyome Trust (UHT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Health Realtyome Trust stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $45.82 is trading 12.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $40.74.
GuruFocus considers Universal Health Realtyome Trust to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for UHT:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 3.59% (near median its 10-year median of 3.85)
GF Value™: $40.74 vs. price of $45.82 (12.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 10% above the REITs median (#478 of 938)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UHT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Universal Health Realtyome Trust Business Description
Universal Health Realty Income Trust is a healthcare REIT. The company is engaged in the business of investing in and leasing healthcare and human service facilities through direct ownership or through joint ventures, which aggregate into a single reportable segment. The company actively manages a portfolio of healthcare and human service facilities. The revenue and net income are generated from the operation of the investment portfolio, located throughout the United States.
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