UHS
Universal Health Services
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
- Stocks
- Healthcare
- NYSE: UHS
- PEG Ratio
Universal Health Services is trading with a PEG ratio of 0.17, based on Jun 22, 2026 data. Dividing the 5.88 PE ratio by the 33.9% earnings growth rate yields this valuation metric. Relative to the 0.24 average from the previous four quarters, the PEG ratio has decreased by 29%.
UHS PEG ratio history
Historically, Universal Health Services shows a PEG ratio averaging 1.6 across the past ten years. At 0.17, today's PE to growth ratio sits 89% below its historical average. The ten years high occurred in the Sep 2017 quarter at 7.97, reflecting maximum valuation relative to growth. The minimum was hit in the Dec 2024 quarter at 0.16, indicating optimal value relative to growth during that period.
Universal Health Services PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.26 | 9.31 | 36.5% |
| 2024 | 0.16 | 10.46 | 65.8% |
| 2023 | 1.22 | 14.73 | 12.1% |
| 2022 | N/A | 15.26 | -23% |
| 2021 | 1.29 | 10.81 | 8.4% |
| 2020 | 0.6 | 12.43 | 20.7% |
| 2019 | 1.61 | 15.66 | 9.7% |
| 2018 | 2.25 | 13.96 | 6.2% |
| 2017 | 1.62 | 14.42 | 8.9% |
| 2016 | 3.07 | 14.73 | 4.8% |
| 2015 | 0.7 | 17.34 | 24.8% |
| 2014 | 3.36 | 20.16 | 6% |
| 2013 | 1.11 | 15.6 | 14% |
| 2012 | 0.9 | 10.58 | 11.7% |
| 2011 | 0.13 | 9.5 | 72.6% |
Universal Health Services PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 0.22 | 7.37 | 33.9% |
| Dec 2025 | 0.26 | 9.31 | 36.5% |
| Sep 2025 | 0.24 | 9.58 | 39.6% |
| Jun 2025 | 0.24 | 9.39 | 39.8% |
| Mar 2025 | 0.2 | 10.36 | 52% |
| Dec 2024 | 0.16 | 10.46 | 65.8% |
| Sep 2024 | 0.25 | 14.99 | 58.8% |
| Jun 2024 | 0.32 | 13.39 | 42.1% |
| Mar 2024 | 0.6 | 15.29 | 25.6% |
| Dec 2023 | 1.22 | 14.73 | 12.1% |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | 13.07 | -2% |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | 16.23 | -2.3% |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | 13.38 | -18% |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | 15.26 | -23% |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | 8.98 | -21.9% |
UHS average PEG ratio chart
UHS's PEG ratio today is below the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
Universal Health Services's PEG of 0.17 is below the Healthcare sector, the industry and its peers average. Compared to its Healthcare sector average of 0.55, Universal Health Services's PEG is 69% lower.
UHS EPS growth
UHS Price vs fair value
UHS PEG vs peers
Compared to its peers, UHS's PEG ratio is under HCA's and THC's but above MD's and CYH's. Universal Health Services's PEG ratio of 0.17 is below the peer average of 0.4.
| Stock name | PEG ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CYH Community Health Systems Inc | 0 | $434.02M |
| MD Mednax Inc | 0.04 | $1.96B |
| UHS Universal Health Services Inc | 0.18 | $8.83B |
| THC Tenet Healthcare Corp | 0.36 | $15.58B |
| HCA HCA Healthcare Inc | 0.45 | $85.83B |
| WOOF Petco Health & Wellness Company Inc | 1.16 | $814.86M |
| SEM Select Medical Holdings Corp | N/A | $2.05B |
| ACHC Acadia Healthcare Company Inc | N/A | $2.26B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Universal Health Services's PEG ratio?
According to Jun 22, 2026 data, UHS's PEG ratio sits at 0.17.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Universal Health Services (UHS)?
UHS has a 3-year average PEG ratio of 0.37.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Universal Health Services (UHS)?
UHS has a 5-year average PEG ratio of 0.44.
What is the highest PEG ratio for UHS?
UHS's PEG ratio peaked at 7.97 during the Sep 2017 quarter - the highest in ten years.
How does the current PEG ratio for UHS compare to its historical average?
Compared to the 10-year average, UHS's PEG ratio is 89% lower.
Why is Universal Health Services's PEG ratio so low?
At 0.17, UHS's PEG ratio suggests the stock may be attractively priced given its growth rate.
How is UHS's PEG ratio calculated (Universal Health Services PEG ratio formula)?
To calculate the PEG ratio, take the company's PE ratio and divide by its EPS growth (YoY TTM). As of Jun 22, 2026, Universal Health Services has a P/E ratio of 5.88. Earnings grew at 33.9% over the TTM period ending Mar 2026. Applying the formula, this produces a price to earnings growth ratio of 0.17. PEG RATIO(0.17) = PE RATIO(5.88) / EPS GROWTH(33.9%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.