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ARDT Stock Chart & Stats
$10.64
$0.22(2.11%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$10.64
$0.22(2.11%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$7.71 - $15.48
Previous CloseN/A
Volume957.16K
Average Volume (3M)538.02K
Market Cap
$1.50B
Enterprise Value$3.34K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$724.48M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.27B
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.1
Beta0.55
Next Earnings
Nov 11, 2026EPS Estimate
0.23Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.55
Shares Outstanding141,045,910
10 Day Avg. Volume477,926
30 Day Avg. Volume538,017
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.23
Price to Book (P/B)0.74
Price to Sales (P/S)0.20
P/FCF Ratio4.81
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$12.69Price Target Upside19.24% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)0.97
Revenue Forecast (FY)$6.45B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Liquidity And Improving Cash GenerationSubstantial liquidity and positive operating cash flow provide a financial buffer for labor, volume and reimbursement pressures. Low net leverage also gives Ardent flexibility to fund operational improvements while maintaining resilience through healthcare-cycle volatility.
Structural Cost Savings And Labor EfficiencyThe expanded IMPACT program and lower reliance on contract labor can support durable margin improvement. Savings from workforce, vendor and process changes are more sustainable than temporary cuts because they address the cost structure across the hospital network.
Payer Contracting And Care Technology GainsImproved payer terms can raise reimbursement quality, while virtual nursing and ambient documentation may increase workforce productivity. Together, these initiatives strengthen operating leverage and create scalable benefits beyond a single reporting period.
Bears Say
Volume, Revenue Mix And Reimbursement PressureLower surgeries and admissions reduce hospital utilization, while weaker revenue per adjusted admission limits top-line conversion. Persistent volume, acuity and reimbursement pressure could constrain growth even if cost initiatives offset part of the impact.
Thin Profitability And Weak Recent Free Cash FlowThin and declining margins leave limited room to absorb labor, supply and payer volatility. The sharp TTM free-cash-flow reduction and incomplete earnings conversion raise questions about the durability of internally generated funds for investment and debt service.
Meaningful Leverage And Inconsistent ReturnsAlthough leverage improved from 2022–2023, debt remains substantial relative to equity and recent equity deterioration weakens the trend. Uneven returns indicate profitability may not consistently provide enough cushion against operating or financing stress.
Ardent Health Partners, Inc. News
ARDT FAQ
What was Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Ardent Health Partners, Inc. lowest stock price was $7.71 and its highest was $15.48 in the past 12 months.
What is Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s market cap?
Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s market cap is $1.50B.
When is Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 81 days.
How were Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Ardent Health Partners, Inc. released its earnings results on Aug 04, 2026. The company reported $0.12 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.182 by -$0.062.
Is Ardent Health Partners, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Ardent Health Partners, Inc. pay dividends?
Ardent Health Partners, Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.23.
How many shares outstanding does Ardent Health Partners, Inc. have?
Ardent Health Partners, Inc. has 141,045,910 shares outstanding.
What happened to Ardent Health Partners, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Ardent Health Partners, Inc. reported an EPS of $0.12 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.182. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.814%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Ardent Health Partners, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ARDT
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Ardent Health Partners, Inc. Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$12.69 (19.24% Upside)
$12.69 (19.24% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
ARDT Sentiment 67%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 862.6K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $186.4K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-5.78%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.03%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Ardent Health Partners, Inc.
Ardent Health, Inc. owns and operates a network of hospitals and clinics that provides healthcare services in the United States. The company offers general and specialty services, including internal medicine, general surgery, cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, women’s services, neurology, urology, and emergency services within inpatient and ambulatory care settings. It also operates a network of ambulatory facilities and telehealth services, including primary care and specialty care clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care centers, free-standing emergency departments, and diagnostic imaging centers. The company operates acute care hospitals, including rehabilitation hospitals and surgical hospitals. Ardent Health, Inc. was formerly known as Ardent Health Partners, Inc. and changed its name to Ardent Health, Inc. in June 2025. The company was founded in 2001 and is based in Brentwood, Tennessee. Ardent Health, Inc. is a subsidiary of EGI-AM Investments, L.L.C.
ARDT Company Deck
ARDT Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call presented a balanced but constructive view: management acknowledged notable near-term volume headwinds (April–May softness, exchange-related pressure and mix-driven revenue declines) but highlighted strong cash generation, a disciplined cost and IMPACT program that raised savings targets to over $70M, concrete payer contract gains (one renewal adding $5M–$10M of EBITDA), significant reductions in contract labor (down 42%), and early operational/technology wins (virtual care and ambient documentation). Management reiterated confidence in meeting full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance by offsetting an estimated ~$25M volume headwind with $20M–$30M of identified actions, and emphasized stronger Q3 prospects as savings run-rate ramps. Given the number and materiality of actionable positives and the firm plan to offset volume pressures, the tone was constructive and execution-focused despite ongoing macro risks.View all ARDT earnings summariesARDT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$12.69
▲(19.24% Upside)
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Ownership Overview
2.80% Insiders
3.78% Mutual Funds
65.98% Other Institutional Investors
24.31% Public Companies and
Individual Investors