Post-earnings recap
Reported
Thu, Oct 27, 2011
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EPS beat rate
88%
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Universal Health Services, Inc. reported a slight earnings beat with an EPS of $0.86, which contributed to a positive stock reaction, with shares rising 1.68%. However, there was no revenue data provided, and no guidance was updated. Investors may view the EPS beat as a positive sign, but the lack of additional information leaves some uncertainty.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $0.86 | N/A | +1.06% |
| Revenue | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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