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HCA Healthcare (HCA)
NYSE:HCA
HCA Stock Chart & Stats
$472.98
$3.48(1.13%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$472.98
$3.48(1.13%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$289.98 - $520.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume584.21K
Average Volume (3M)1.30M
Market Cap
$107.93B
Enterprise Value$148.69B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$997.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$46.35B
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.3
Beta0.37
Next Earnings
Feb 03, 2026EPS Estimate
7.45Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.61%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)6.96
Shares Outstanding228,193,900
10 Day Avg. Volume1,258,016
30 Day Avg. Volume1,304,201
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.86
Price to Book (P/B)-31.06
Price to Sales (P/S)1.10
P/FCF Ratio13.76
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.38
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.00
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit12.78
Enterprise Value/Ebitda9.91
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$484.56Price Target Upside2.45% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering19
EPS Forecast (FY)27.68
Revenue Forecast (FY)$75.67B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Financial OutlookAnalyst raises the price target to $490, reflecting confidence in HCA's financial outlook and operational performance.
Growth ProspectsThe extension of leadership in fast growing states, with Texas and Florida making up about 50% of the mix, boosts HCA's growth prospects.
Operational PerformanceHCA reported a strong quarter with adj EBITDA +11% ahead of consensus and raised FY25 EBITDA Guide by +$450m at midpoint, with $200m of that from core operational performance.
Bears Say
Legislative RisksPotential legislative headwinds are building in 2026-2028 which could impact the company.
Sustainability RisksThe downgrade to Underweight reflects concerns about the sustainability of HCA's past outperformance.
Valuation ConcernsThe stock is at peak multiple, suggesting limited upside potential.
HCA Healthcare News
HCA FAQ
What was HCA Healthcare’s price range in the past 12 months?
HCA Healthcare lowest stock price was $289.98 and its highest was $520.00 in the past 12 months.
What is HCA Healthcare’s market cap?
HCA Healthcare’s market cap is $107.93B.
When is HCA Healthcare’s upcoming earnings report date?
HCA Healthcare’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 03, 2026 which is in 43 days.
How were HCA Healthcare’s earnings last quarter?
HCA Healthcare released its earnings results on Oct 24, 2025. The company reported $6.96 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $5.792 by $1.168.
Is HCA Healthcare overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts HCA Healthcare’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does HCA Healthcare pay dividends?
HCA Healthcare pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.72 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.61%. See more information on HCA Healthcare dividends here
What is HCA Healthcare’s EPS estimate?
HCA Healthcare’s EPS estimate is 7.45.
How many shares outstanding does HCA Healthcare have?
HCA Healthcare has 228,193,900 shares outstanding.
What happened to HCA Healthcare’s price movement after its last earnings report?
HCA Healthcare reported an EPS of $6.96 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $5.792. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.563%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of HCA Healthcare?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HCA
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
HCA Healthcare Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$484.56 (2.45% Upside)
$484.56 (2.45% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
HCA Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 2.7M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $1.8M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Neutral
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.7%
Last 30 Days <0.1%
Last 30 Days <0.1%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
60.16%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
―
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.48%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
HCA Healthcare
HCA Healthcare (HCA) is a leading American healthcare services company that operates a vast network of hospitals, outpatient facilities, and various healthcare services. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, HCA is one of the largest healthcare providers in the United States, with a focus on delivering high-quality medical care, surgical services, and diagnostic procedures. The company operates over 180 hospitals and approximately 2,000 care sites, serving millions of patients each year across diverse sectors including acute care, rehabilitation, and outpatient services.
HCA Earnings Call
Q3 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflected strong financial performance with growth in revenue and earnings, improved payer mix, and operational efficiency. However, challenges remain in hurricane-impacted markets, and there is uncertainty regarding federal policy changes affecting health insurance coverage.View all HCA earnings summariesHCA Revenue Breakdown
27.78% National Group
32.82% Atlantic Group
34.84% American Group
4.56% Corporate and other
HCA Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$484.56
▲(2.45% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
42.45% Insiders
16.88% Mutual Funds
19.91% Other Institutional Investors
6.07% Public Companies and Individual Investors