UHSNEUTRAL

Return on Equity (ROE)

21.4%

Updated 464h ago

Sector Performance

69th percentile

UHS

21.4%

Sector Median

13.8%

Sector Avg

31.4%

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Deep Analysis

A Return on Equity (ROE) of 21.4% means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company generated 21.4 cents in profit—a measure of how efficiently it uses invested capital.

This is above the sector median of 14.1%, placing the company in the 70th percentile among its peers. No trend data is available: the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and trend over the last eight quarters are all reported as "N/A," with only the current value provided. The combination of a high ROE level with no trend information limits the ability to assess whether performance is improving or deteriorating, introducing uncertainty. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the strong profitability is a positive, but the absence of any directional data prevents a clear bullish or bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about UHS?

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.

How is the Return on Equity (ROE) calculated?

Return on Equity (ROE) is calculated as: Net Income / Shareholders' Equity.

Who are UHS's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: MRNA (-36.6%), FICO (-37.3%), XRAY (-37.7%), VRSN (-38.3%), MSCI (-45.3%).

The Formula

Net Income / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.