Universal Health ServicesUHS -0.30%85 Quick Ratio is 1.01 as of Mar. 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 1.16. GuruFocus rates UHS with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $228.22 (Significantly Undervalued). Among 683 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Universal Health Services ranks worse than 62.96% on this metric.
Universal Health Services has a quick ratio of 1.01. It generally indicates good short-term financial strength.
The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Health Services's Quick Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
UHS'
s Quick Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.9 Med: 1.16 Max: 1.29
Current: 1.01
During the past 13 years, Universal Health Services's highest Quick Ratio was 1.29. The lowest was 0.90. And the median was 1.16.
UHS's Quick Ratio is ranked worse than 62.96% of 683
companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 1.32
vs UHS: 1.01
Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS) Quick Ratio Explanation
The quick ratio is more conservative than the Current Ratio because it excludes inventories from current assets. The ratio derives its name presumably from the fact that assets such as cash and marketable securities are quick sources of cash. Inventories generally take time to be converted into cash, and if they have to be sold quickly, the company may have to accept a lower price than book value of these inventories. As a result, they are justifiably excluded from assets that are ready sources of immediate cash.
In general, low or decreasing quick ratios generally suggest that a company is over-leveraged, struggling to maintain or grow sales, paying bills too quickly or collecting receivables too slowly. On the other hand, a high or increasing quick ratio generally indicates that a company is experiencing solid top-line growth, quickly converting receivables into cash, and easily able to cover its financial obligations. Such companies often have faster inventory turnover and cash conversion cycles.
The higher the quick ratio, the better the company's liquidity position.
Universal Health Services Quick Ratio Related Terms
Universal Health Services Quick Ratio 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 Quick Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Quick Ratio 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 Quick Ratio vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry
For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Universal Health Services's Quick Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Health Services's Quick Ratio falls into.
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets. For this reason, the ratio excludes inventories from current assets.
Universal Health Services's Quick Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
* 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 Quick Ratio of 1.01 as of Mar. 2026. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on Universal Health Services and its competitors. This is 13% below median its historical median of 1.16. Over the past decade, Universal Health Services' Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.90 to 1.29. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #430 out of 683 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 63%.
Is Universal Health Services' Quick Ratio too high?
Universal Health Services' current Quick Ratio of 1.01 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 1.16. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.90 to a high of 1.29. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median Quick Ratio is 1.32. Universal Health Services' value of 1.01 is 23.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #430 out of 683 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is below 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' Quick Ratio compare to ENSG and EHC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #430 out of 683 companies for Quick Ratio. This places Universal Health Services in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Quick Ratio is 1.32. Universal Health Services' value of 1.01 is 23.5% below this benchmark. Historically, Universal Health Services' own Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.90 to 1.29 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.16 vs. the industry median of 1.32, 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 Quick Ratio for a Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median Quick Ratio among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 1.32, based on 683 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Quick Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Quick Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Universal Health Services's current Quick Ratio of 1.01 is 23.5% 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 Quick Ratio mean?
A high Quick Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on Universal Health Services and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median Quick Ratio is 1.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Health Services's current Quick Ratio is 1.01, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 1.16. 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 Quick Ratio is 1.01, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 1.16 and 23.5% below the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 1.32. 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 Quick Ratio calculated?
Quick Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Health Services (UHS), the current Quick Ratio is 1.01 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 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:
Quick Ratio: 1.01 (13% below median its 10-year median of 1.16)
GF Value™: $228.22 vs. price of $145.41 (36.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 23.5% below the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#430 of 683)
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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