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UHS FCF Yield Analysis

8.2%

Updated 81h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current FCF Yield of 9.3% means that for every $100 invested in the stock, the company generates $9.30 in free cash flow—cash left after operating and capital expenses—which is a measure of how cheaply the shares are priced relative to cash generation.

Sector Performance

81th percentile

UHS

8.2%

Sector Median

4.2%

Sector Avg

9.2%

Prior Period

7.8%(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving
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Deep Analysis

The current FCF Yield of 9.3% means that for every $100 invested in the stock, the company generates $9.30 in free cash flow—cash left after operating and capital expenses—which is a measure of how cheaply the shares are priced relative to cash generation.

This yield is more than double the sector median of 4.3%, placing the stock in the 85th percentile among its sector peers, indicating it offers a higher cash return than most competitors. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the FCF Yield rose sharply by 52.5%, from 6.1% to 9.3%, showing a sudden improvement in the metric. A high FCF Yield combined with a strong upward trend suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its cash flow, presenting a potential opportunity, though the lack of a longer track record adds uncertainty. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the attractive yield and recent jump are positive, but without historical context or a clear catalyst, they do not yet warrant a bullish or bearish shift.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the FCF Yield tell investors about UHS?

One of the purest measures of value. High FCF yield means the company generates a lot of cash relative to its price — favoured by value investors.

How is the FCF Yield calculated?

FCF Yield is calculated as: Free Cash Flow / Market Cap.

Who are UHS's closest peers by FCF Yield?

The closest peers by FCF Yield include: JACK (23.5%), BBWI (23.7%), YELP (25.7%), MET (27.9%), WIX (29.2%).

The Formula

Free Cash Flow / Market Cap

Why It Matters

One of the purest measures of value. High FCF yield means the company generates a lot of cash relative to its price — favoured by value investors.

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UHS

8.2%

Sector Median

4.2%

Sector Avg

9.2%

How UHS's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.

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