Universal Health Services, Inc. UHS NYSE

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has shown moderate revenue growth over the past 3 years, expanding from $13.4B to $17.4B (average +9%/yr). Net income reached $1.5B, reflecting exceptional earnings expansion at +31.9%/yr on average. The net profit margin is 8.6%, which is moderate. The company has maintained profitability in all 4 of the past 4 years, demonstrating a consistent earnings track record. The gross margin is 90.4% (high), with a +1.4pp trend over the period. With a $12B market cap and MOAT composite score of 80/100, the company has a strong competitive position.

Criteria proven by this page:

• GROWTH (83/100, Pass) — proving strong growth momentum
• PAST (100/100, Pass) — proving consistent earnings. Looking at the full 41-year history, the company was profitable in 41 of 41 years — a perfect long-term track record
• INCOME (45/100, Partial) — the company is profitable but margin is below 15%
• MOAT (80/100, Pass) — strong gross margins and market scale prove a durable competitive advantage

Overall SharesGrow Score: 74/100 with 4/7 criteria passed.