Universal Health Services Inc (UHS)
Return on assets (ROA)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 1,142,100 | 717,795 | 675,609 | 991,590 | 943,953 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 14,469,700 | 13,967,600 | 13,494,200 | 13,093,500 | 13,476,900 |
| ROA | 7.89% | 5.14% | 5.01% | 7.57% | 7.00% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $1,142,100K ÷ $14,469,700K
= 7.89%
Universal Health Services Inc's return on assets (ROA) has shown some fluctuation over the past five years. In 2020, the ROA was at 7.00%, which increased slightly to 7.57% in 2021. However, there was a decrease in 2022 to 5.01%, followed by a slight increase to 5.14% in 2023. The most recent data for 2024 shows a notable improvement in ROA to 7.89%.
Overall, Universal Health Services Inc's ROA indicates the company's ability to generate profits relative to its total assets. The fluctuations in ROA over the years suggest some variability in the company's asset utilization and profitability. Further analysis of the drivers behind these changes in ROA may provide insights into the company's operational efficiency and effectiveness in generating returns from its assets.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024