UHS.N Hits 52-Week High Amid Strong Demand
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 24 Nov 25
Source: NASDAQ.COM
Shares of UHS.N surged today, reaching a new 52-week high as investor confidence soared. The stock's upward momentum reflects robust demand for healthcare services, bolstered by recent earnings reports that exceeded market expectations. Analysts noted that the breakout above the previous resistance level indicates a strong bullish trend, suggesting further upside potential. Market participants are optimistic about UHS's strategic initiatives and expansion plans, which are expected to drive growth in the coming quarters.
Analyst Views on UHS
Wall Street analysts forecast UHS stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for UHS is 248.00 USD with a low forecast of 190.00 USD and a high forecast of 302.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
15 Analyst Rating
7 Buy
7 Hold
1 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 203.020
Low
190.00
Averages
248.00
High
302.00
Current: 203.020
Low
190.00
Averages
248.00
High
302.00
About UHS
Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company. The Company operates, through its subsidiaries, including its management company. It is engaged in owning and operating acute care hospitals and outpatient facilities, and behavioral healthcare facilities. Its segments include acute care hospital services, behavioral health care services, and Other. It owns and operates approximately 359 inpatient facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities located in 39 states, Washington, D.C., the United Kingdom, and Puerto Rico. It provides services, which include general and specialty surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics, emergency room care, radiology, oncology, diagnostic care, coronary care, pediatric services, pharmacy services and/or behavioral health services. It also provides capital resources, as well as a variety of management services to its facilities, including information services, finance and control systems, physician recruitment services, and public relations.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
