HCA Healthcare, Inc.
Explore HCA Healthcare, Inc. stock price, valuation, financial statements, dividend history, analyst estimates, and long-term business fundamentals on StockSifting.
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| S.No. | Name | Price | P.E. | Market Cap | Div Yld % | ROCE | ROE | 52Week High/ Low | Book Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Tenet Healthcare Corporation | $208.82 | 10.57 | $18 B | — | 13.64% | 40.55% | $247.21 / $146.6 | $48.53 |
| 2. | DaVita Inc. | $234.31 | 19.51 | $15.25 B | — | 14.02% | 181.22% | $239.64 / $101 | $1.5 |
| 3. | Encompass Health Corporation | $110.72 | 18.02 | $10.98 B | 0.71% | 16.84% | 25.35% | $127.99 / $92.77 | $24.38 |
| 4. | The Ensign Group, Inc. | $170.87 | 27.02 | $9.82 B | 0.16% | 9.31% | 16.64% | $218 / $134.79 | $38.42 |
| 5. | Universal Health Services, Inc. | $161.26 | 6.41 | $9.74 B | 0.5% | 16.23% | 21.02% | $246.33 / $140.08 | $119.15 |
| 6. | PACS Group, Inc. | $43.62 | 28.32 | $6.9 B | — | 6.76% | 26.63% | $45.89 / $7.5 | $6.05 |
| 7. | Chemed Corporation | $485.37 | 24.74 | $6.43 B | 0.5% | 27.27% | 25.33% | $492.3 / $365.21 | $71.43 |
Quarterly Results
Figures shown in M / B
| Q1 2026 | Q4 2025 | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 | Q3 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 19.11 B | 19.51 B | 19.16 B | 18.61 B | 18.32 B | — | — |
| Operating Profit | 2.86 B | 3.18 B | 2.96 B | 2.97 B | 2.85 B | — | — |
| Net Profit | 1.62 B | 1.88 B | 1.64 B | 1.65 B | 1.61 B | — | — |
| EPS in Rs | 7.28 | 8.36 | 7.15 | 7 | 6.63 | — | — |
Profit & Loss
Figures shown in M / B
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 75.6 B | 70.6 B | 64.97 B | 60.23 B |
| Operating Profit | 11.96 B | 10.55 B | 9.63 B | 9.05 B |
| Net Profit | 6.78 B | 5.76 B | 5.24 B | 5.64 B |
| EPS in Rs | 30.2 | 23.04 | 19.74 | 19.43 |
Balance Sheet
Figures shown in M / B
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 60.72 B | 59.51 B | 56.21 B | 52.44 B |
| Total Liabilities | 63.49 B | 58.96 B | 55.15 B | 52.51 B |
| Equity | -6.03 B | -2.5 B | -1.77 B | -2.77 B |
| Current Assets | 15.78 B | 16.41 B | 14.93 B | 13.64 B |
| Current Liabilities | 16.35 B | 15.18 B | 12.65 B | 9.9 B |
Cash Flow
Last available yearly cash flow history
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating CF | 12.64 B | 10.51 B | 9.43 B | 8.52 B |
| Investing CF | -4.99 B | -4.93 B | -5.32 B | -3.39 B |
| Financing CF | -8.55 B | -4.58 B | -4.09 B | -5.66 B |
| Free CF | 7.69 B | 5.64 B | 4.69 B | 4.13 B |
| Capex | -4.94 B | -4.88 B | -4.74 B | -4.39 B |
5Y Margin & Growth History
Last 5 years of annual financial statement data.
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth % | 8.67% | 7.86% | — | — |
| Earnings Growth % | 9.88% | -7.11% | — | — |
| Profit Margin % | 8.16% | 8.07% | 9.37% | — |
| Operating Margin % | 14.94% | 14.82% | 15.03% | — |
| Gross Margin % | 40.62% | 39.37% | 38.48% | — |
| EBITDA Margin % | 19.68% | 19.58% | 22.06% | — |
Dividend & Split History
Latest dividend payments and stock split events.
Dividend History
| Ex Date | Dividend |
|---|---|
| 2026-06-16 | $0.78 |
| 2026-03-17 | $0.78 |
| 2025-12-15 | $0.72 |
| 2025-09-16 | $0.72 |
| 2025-06-16 | $0.72 |
Stock Splits
No stock split history available.
Frequently Asked Questions — HCA Healthcare, Inc.
Will HCA Healthcare, Inc. stock hit $450 in 2026?
HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) is currently trading at $375.17, with a 52-week range of $330.0 to $556.52. Reaching the $450 level would represent a 20% gain from the current price — a target many investors consider when evaluating near-term upside potential.
Wall Street analysts currently have a consensus price target of $503.57 for HCA Healthcare, Inc., with a Buy rating, and the most bullish analysts see the stock reaching as high as $635.0. Whether HCA Healthcare, Inc. can reach $450 in 2026 depends on several factors: revenue and earnings growth trajectory, broader market conditions, sector sentiment within the Healthcare space, and any company-specific catalysts such as product launches, earnings beats, or strategic announcements.
Short-term price predictions carry significant uncertainty — stock prices can be influenced by factors ranging from quarterly earnings surprises to global macroeconomic events. Use the HCA Stock Return Calculator on StockSifting to model different growth scenarios and see how various CAGR assumptions translate to potential price targets. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Is HCA Healthcare, Inc. stock worth buying at $375.17?
Whether HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) is worth buying at $375.17 depends on your investment goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Here is a breakdown of the key metrics investors typically evaluate:
Valuation: HCA Healthcare, Inc. trades at a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 12.9x, which can be compared against other Healthcare companies to assess whether the stock is expensive or attractively priced relative to its peers.
Profitability & efficiency:
Financial health: Review the balance sheet section on StockSifting for the latest debt levels, cash reserves, and liquidity ratios.
Analyst view: The Wall Street consensus recommendation for HCA is currently Buy, with a mean price target of $503.57 based on 21 analyst ratings. Always conduct your own due diligence and consider consulting a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Nothing on StockSifting constitutes financial advice.
What is the analyst price target for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) in 2026?
As of 2026, Wall Street analysts have set a consensus (mean) price target of $503.57 for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA), aggregated from 21 analyst ratings. The overall analyst recommendation is Buy.
The price target range spans from $396.0 on the bearish end to $635.0 on the most optimistic projection, with a median target of $510.0. This wide range reflects differing views on HCA Healthcare, Inc.'s growth prospects, competitive positioning, and macroeconomic sensitivity.
It is important to note that analyst price targets are forward-looking estimates based on financial models, earnings projections, and sector assumptions — they are not guarantees. Targets are regularly revised following quarterly earnings results, management guidance updates, or shifts in the broader economic outlook. Stocks can trade significantly above or below analyst targets depending on market conditions. View the full analyst breakdown and track target revisions on the HCA analysis page on StockSifting.
Is HCA Healthcare, Inc. overvalued at a P/E ratio of 12.9x?
HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) currently has a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 12.9x, meaning investors are paying $12.9 for every $1 of the company's trailing twelve-month earnings. Whether this makes the stock overvalued depends on several contextual factors:
Sector context: The Healthcare sector tends to command higher valuation multiples when growth expectations are elevated. A 12.9x P/E is relatively low, which could indicate an undervalued opportunity — or it may reflect lower expected growth or higher perceived risk.
Growth-adjusted valuation: A P/E ratio in isolation can be misleading. Fast-growing companies often deserve higher P/E multiples because their future earnings are expected to rise significantly. A more complete picture comes from looking at the PEG ratio (P/E divided by earnings growth rate) — a PEG below 1 is often considered undervalued, while above 2 may signal overvaluation.
Additional metrics to review: P/E is just one lens. Compare it alongside the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio, EV/EBITDA, Price-to-Sales, and free cash flow yield for a more complete valuation picture. View all of HCA's valuation ratios on StockSifting's ratios section. Valuation is subjective and context-dependent — this is not investment advice.
What will HCA Healthcare, Inc. stock be worth in 2029?
Projecting HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)'s stock price 3 years into the future — to 2029 — requires making assumptions about the company's earnings growth, valuation multiple, and broader market conditions. No projection is guaranteed, but historical growth rates offer a reasonable starting point.
In reality, stock prices rarely follow a straight-line trajectory. Short-term volatility, earnings misses, sector rotations, interest rate changes, and macroeconomic events can all cause significant deviations from any modeled path. Investors with a 3-year horizon should focus on the fundamental business trajectory — revenue growth, expanding margins, and free cash flow generation — rather than short-term price fluctuations.
You can model different scenarios — conservative, base, and bull case — using the HCA Return Calculator on StockSifting. Enter any investment amount and CAGR assumption to see projected outcomes over your chosen time horizon. All projections are mathematical estimates only and do not constitute financial advice.