Post-earnings recap
Reported
Thu, Feb 26, 2009
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EPS beat rate
88%
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Universal Health Services reported a better-than-expected EPS, but the stock reacted negatively, dropping 8.4%. Investors may be concerned about the lack of revenue details and guidance, which could indicate uncertainty about future performance.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $0.87 | N/A | +9.71% |
| Revenue | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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