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NHC Stock Chart & Stats
$225.69
$4.18(1.89%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$225.69
$4.18(1.89%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$95.20 - $232.67
Previous Close$226.47
Volume72.35K
Average Volume (3M)80.31K
Market Cap
$3.53B
Enterprise Value$2.25K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$0.00
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$31.41M
Price to Earnings (P/E)28.3
Beta0.52
Next Earnings
Oct 30, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.15%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)9.03
Shares Outstanding15,619,641
10 Day Avg. Volume111,270
30 Day Avg. Volume80,310
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.03
Price to Book (P/B)1.98
Price to Sales (P/S)1.40
P/FCF Ratio14.27
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 TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetVery low leverage and rising equity provide durable financial flexibility. A conservative balance sheet reduces refinancing and solvency risk, supports dividends and M&A funding capacity, and cushions the company against reimbursement shocks over the next several quarters.
Sustained Margin ImprovementMeaningful and persistent margin expansion reflects improved operations and scale in post-acute and senior living services. Higher margins translate into stronger earnings quality and recurring cash generation that can support capex, dividends and reinvestment for growth over 2–6 months.
Shift To Owning Strategic Real EstateAcquiring and owning formerly leased facilities strengthens asset base and operational control, aligning real estate with operations. Ownership reduces long-term lease exposure, enhances collateral, and supports more predictable economics and local market continuity over coming quarters.
Bears Say
Large Acquisition-driven Debt DrawdownMaterial new term debt meaningfully increases leverage versus prior conservative levels. Higher debt load raises interest expense and covenant exposure, reducing financial flexibility and elevating refinancing and integration risk through the next several quarters.
Slowing Revenue GrowthTop-line deceleration limits natural earnings upside from organic volume and price mix, forcing reliance on margin gains or acquisitions to sustain EPS growth. A softer revenue trend raises execution risk if reimbursement or occupancy weakens over the medium term.
Cash Flow Volatility And FCF DeclineAlthough recent absolute cash flow is solid, historical volatility and a recent FCF decline reduce predictability of internal funding. Fluctuating cash generation can stress capital allocation, making sustained dividends and debt servicing more dependent on favorable operating conditions.
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NHC FAQ
What was National Healthcare Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
National Healthcare Corp. lowest stock price was $95.20 and its highest was $232.67 in the past 12 months.
What is National Healthcare Corp.’s market cap?
National Healthcare Corp.’s market cap is $3.53B.
When is National Healthcare Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
National Healthcare Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 30, 2026 which is in 83 days.
How were National Healthcare Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
National Healthcare Corp. released its earnings results on Aug 07, 2026. The company reported $2.542 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is National Healthcare Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts National Healthcare Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does National Healthcare Corp. pay dividends?
National Healthcare Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.67 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.15%. See more information on National Healthcare Corp. dividends here
What is National Healthcare Corp.’s EPS estimate?
National Healthcare Corp.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does National Healthcare Corp. have?
National Healthcare Corp. has 15,619,641 shares outstanding.
What happened to National Healthcare Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
National Healthcare Corp. reported an EPS of $2.542 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 10.15%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of National Healthcare Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in NHC
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
National Healthcare Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
NHC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 12.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $3.2M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 3.8%
Last 30 Days ▲ 18.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 18.6%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
30.08%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.15%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-1.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
National Healthcare Corp.
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) is a prominent provider in the healthcare sector, involved in the operation, management, and service provision for a wide array of elder care and health facilities. Its diverse portfolio includes skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, independent living residences, homecare and hospice agencies, and a specialized behavioral health hospital. Within its skilled nursing environments, NHC offers extensive therapeutic and medical care. Patients recovering from conditions such as strokes, heart attacks, orthopedic injuries, neurological ailments, or other illnesses and disabilities benefit from licensed physical, speech, respiratory, and occupational therapies. These facilities also provide essential services like nutritional guidance, social support, recreational activities, and daily necessities such as housekeeping and laundry, all complemented by physician-prescribed medical treatments. Distinctive medical specialty units further enhance care, featuring memory care for individuals with Alzheimer's and similar disorders, alongside sub-acute nursing units. NHC's assisted living centers are designed to offer personal support, helping residents with everyday tasks including dressing, bathing, meal preparation, and medication management. The company also addresses mental well-being through behavioral health services for both adults and geriatric patients, treating psychiatric, emotional, and addictive conditions. Beyond direct facility care, NHC delivers additional healthcare programs, incorporating skilled services like infusion, wound care, and advanced physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Its offerings extend to hospice care, the operation of pharmacies, and a suite of corporate services encompassing management, accounting, financial, and insurance solutions. Furthermore, NHC engages in leasing its properties to third-party operators. As of February 18, 2022, NHC's operational footprint was substantial, comprising 75 skilled nursing facilities with a capacity of 9,473 beds, 24 assisted living facilities, 5 independent living facilities, one behavioral health hospital, 34 homecare agencies, and 28 hospice agencies. Founded in 1971, National HealthCare Corporation is headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
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Ownership Overview
6.90% Insiders
16.34% Mutual Funds
1.27% Other Institutional Investors
45.08% Public Companies and
Individual Investors