Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for UHS?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for UHS is "Buy" based on 4 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for UHS?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for UHS is $254.00, representing an upside of 8.0% from the current price of $235.12.

Question 3

What do analyst ratings mean?

Accepted Answer

Analyst ratings indicate investment recommendations: Strong Buy and Buy are bullish signals suggesting the stock may outperform. Hold means the stock is fairly valued. Sell and Strong Sell are bearish signals suggesting potential underperformance. These ratings are based on fundamental analysis and valuation models.

Question 4

What is a price target?

Accepted Answer

A price target is an analyst's projection of a stock's fair value over a specific timeframe, typically 12 months. Analysts use fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and industry comparisons to estimate where the stock should trade. Price targets can range from low (conservative) to high (optimistic) estimates.

Date	Analyst	Firm	Action	Rating	Price Target
Jan 22, 2026	Andrew Mok	Barclays	Maintains	Buy	$263.00 → $262.00 -1.00 (-0.4%)
Jan 7, 2026	Ryan Langston	TD Cowen	Maintains	Strong Buy	$251.00 → $245.00 -6.00 (-2.4%)
Jan 7, 2026	Stephen Baxter	Wells Fargo	Downgrades	Hold	$259.00 → $235.00 -24.00 (-9.3%)
Dec 2, 2025	Jason Cassorla	Guggenheim	Maintains	Strong Buy	$253.00 → $274.00 +21.00 (8.3%)

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