Universal Health Stock Trading at Attractive Valuation: Time to Buy?

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) , based in King of Prussia, PA, currently offers an attractive valuation. The stock's forward earnings multiple of 10.21X is notably lower than its five-year median of 12.02X and the medical hospital industry average of 11.65X. When compared to other medical facility operators like Tenet Healthcare Corporation (THC) and HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) — with forward 12-month P/E ratios of 11.06X and 11.96X, respectively — UHS stands out as a more affordable option. Additiona ...