HCA Holdings Inc (HCA)

Currency in USD
488.58
-10.08(-2.02%)
Closed·
493.81+5.23(+1.07%)
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Earnings results expected in 8 days
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Fair Value
Day's Range
485.27501.93
52 wk Range
314.43556.52
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
498.66
Open
496.04
Day's Range
485.27-501.93
52 wk Range
314.43-556.52
Volume
1.02M
Average Vol. (3m)
1.11M
1-Year Change
47.6073%
Book Value / Share
-26.41
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
543.05
Upside
+11.15%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
High shareholder yield

HCA Holdings Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

HCA Healthcare, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides health care services in the United States. The company owns, manages, and operates hospitals, ASCs, freestanding emergency care facilities, urgent care facilities, walk-in clinics, diagnostic and imaging centers, radiation and oncology therapy centers, as well as rehabilitation and physical therapy centers, physician practices, home health agencies, hospices, outpatient physical therapy providers, home and community-based services providers, and various other facilities. Its general and acute care hospitals offer medical and surgical services, including inpatient care, intensive care, cardiac care, diagnostic services, and emergency services; and outpatient services, such as outpatient surgery, laboratory, radiology, respiratory therapy, cardiology, and physical therapy. The company was formerly known as HCA Holdings, Inc. HCA Healthcare, Inc. was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.

HCA Holdings Inc SWOT Analysis


Navigating Headwinds
Despite policy uncertainties affecting Medicaid coverage and potential OPPS cuts by 2028, HCA's strategic supply chain management and expansion initiatives position it well for continued success.
Strategic Advantages
Delve into HCA's unique competitive edge through Galen College of Nursing ownership, which addresses healthcare staffing challenges by creating an internal pipeline of nursing talent.
Growth Momentum
Explore HCA's impressive 11% EBITDA beat in Q3 2025 and sustainable 4-6% organic growth rate, with analyst price targets ranging from $366 to $494, averaging around $430.
Healthcare Giant
HCA Healthcare stands as a dominant force in U.S. healthcare with a $107.9 billion market cap, operating an extensive network of hospitals and care centers with "GREAT" financial health.
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HCA Holdings Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2025

  • HCA Healthcare exceeded Q4 2025 forecasts with EPS of $8.01 vs. $7.45 expected, driving a 3.99% pre-market stock rise to $491.23 despite slight revenue miss at $19.51 billion.
  • Financial performance showed strong growth with revenue up 6.7% YoY, net income increasing 31%, and adjusted EBITDA rising 11%, bolstered by investments in outpatient facilities and technology.
  • CEO Sam Hazen emphasized the company's commitment to integrating artificial intelligence with clinical operations while highlighting strong core business fundamentals.
  • For 2026, HCA projects revenue between $76.5-$80 billion with adjusted EBITDA of $15.55-$16.45 billion, anticipating 2-3% growth in equivalent admissions.
  • Key challenges include potential $600-900 million adverse impacts from health insurance exchanges, market saturation concerns, and rising costs in labor and technology investments.
Last Updated: 02/02/2026, 05:04 PM
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Compare HCA to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
HCA
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
16.1x18.4x−0.5x
PEG Ratio
0.560.770.00
Price / Book
−18.1x4.3x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
1.4x1.8x3.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
13.5%35.6%45.7%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

15 Buy
9 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
25 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 543.05
(+11.15% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Cantor Fitzgerald
Buy588.00+20.35%-MaintainApr 15, 2026
Baird
Hold442.00-9.53%450.00MaintainApr 15, 2026
Cantor Fitzgerald
Buy588.00+20.35%-MaintainApr 07, 2026
Cantor Fitzgerald
Buy588.00+20.35%-MaintainApr 02, 2026
TD Cowen
Buy561.00+14.82%529.00MaintainMar 10, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 28.33%
Dividend Yield
0.63%
Industry Median 2.48%
Annualized Payout
3.12
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+46.28%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jan 27, 2026
EPS / Forecast
8.01 / 7.45
Revenue / Forecast
19.51B / 19.67B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

HCA Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the HCA (HCA) Stock Price Today?

The HCA stock price today is 488.58 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does HCA Trade On?

HCA is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for HCA?

The stock symbol for HCA is "HCA."

Does HCA Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The HCA dividend yield is 0.63%.

What Is the HCA Market Cap?

As of today, HCA market cap is 109.52B USD.

What Is HCA's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The HCA EPS (TTM) is 28.33.

When Is the Next HCA Earnings Date?

HCA will release its next earnings report on Apr 24, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is HCA a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has HCA Stock Split?

HCA has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does HCA Have?

HCA has 275000 employees.

What is the current trading status of HCA (HCA)?

As of Apr 16, 2026, HCA (HCA) is trading at a price of 488.58 USD, with a previous close of 498.66 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 485.27 USD to 501.93 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 314.43 USD to 556.52 USD.

What Is HCA (HCA) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for HCA is 543.05 USD, with a high estimate of 635 USD and a low estimate of 425 USD. 15 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +11.15% Upside potential.

What Is the HCA After Hours Price?

HCA's last after hours stock price is 493.81 USD, the stock has decreased by 5.23, or 1.07%.
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