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About HCA Healthcare
HCA Healthcare is a Nashville-based healthcare provider organization operating the largest collection of acute-care hospitals in the United States. As of December 2024, the firm owned and operated 190 hospitals, 124 freestanding outpatient surgery centers, and a broad network of physician offices, urgent-care clinics, and freestanding emergency rooms across 20 states and a small foothold in England.
Ticker
$HCA
Sector
Primary listing
NYSE
Industry
Health Care Providers & Services
Headquarters
Employees
271,000
ISIN
US40412C1018
Website
HCA Healthcare Metrics
BasicAdvanced
$91B
16.80
$22.47
1.47
$2.70
0.76%
Price and volume
Market cap
$91B
Beta
1.47
52-week high
$410.57
52-week low
$289.98
Average daily volume
1.5M
Dividend rate
$2.70
Financial strength
Current ratio
1.193
Quick ratio
0.891
Long term debt to equity
-9,798.402
Total debt to equity
-10,601.826
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
11.85%
Interest coverage (TTM)
5.17%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
14,219
Gross margin (TTM)
40.90%
Net profit margin (TTM)
8.07%
Operating margin (TTM)
15.15%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
22.35%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
$260,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
11.61%
Return on equity (TTM)
1,605.77%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
16.805
Price to revenue (TTM)
1.341
Price to book
-26.07
Price to tangible book (TTM)
-6.85
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
19.404
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
5.15%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
1,946.28%
Dividend yield (TTM)
0.71%
Forward dividend yield
0.76%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
7.30%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
12.23%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
6.23%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
6.60%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
1.82%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
16.79%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
10.52%
What the Analysts think about HCA Healthcare
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for HCA Healthcare stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
HCA Healthcare reported a 5.7% increase in revenues to $18.32 billion in Q1 2025, driven by a 2.6% rise in same-facility admissions and a 4% increase in emergency room visits, indicating strong demand for medical services. (reuters.com)
The company has been investing heavily in technology, establishing a dedicated Digital Transformation and Innovation Group to enhance operational efficiency and patient outcomes, which could drive future growth. (beyondspx.com)
HCA's strategic share repurchase programs, including the buyback of 8.111 million shares at an average price of $314.03 per share in the first half of 2024, reflect confidence in its long-term value proposition and commitment to enhancing shareholder returns. (finance.yahoo.com)
HCA Healthcare's total debt stood at $45.24 billion as of December 31, 2024, with a net debt to EBITDA ratio of 3.23x, indicating a significant debt load that could limit financial flexibility. (monexa.ai)
The company faced a 1.9% decline in outpatient surgeries, suggesting a shift in service mix or competitive pressures in outpatient settings, which could impact revenue growth. (panabee.com)
A House oversight committee has called for a federal investigation into HCA Healthcare over its emergency department admissions practices amid allegations of widespread fraud, which could lead to regulatory scrutiny and potential financial penalties. (axios.com)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 25 Jun 2025.
HCA Healthcare Financial Performance
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HCA Healthcare News
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Three New Members Join Southern Nevada's Largest Regional Development Authority Board: HCA Healthcare, MLB Athletics, and UNLV Leadership
GlobeNewsWire·3 weeks ago
3 stocks to hold through any market crash
Finbold·1 month ago
HCA Healthcare Commits $5 Million to Belmont University's Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine
Business Wire·1 month ago
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for HCA Healthcare stock?
HCA Healthcare (HCA) has a market cap of $91B as of June 27, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for HCA Healthcare stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for HCA Healthcare (HCA) stock is 16.8 as of June 27, 2025.
Does HCA Healthcare stock pay dividends?
Yes, the HCA Healthcare (HCA) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of June 27, 2025, the dividend rate is $2.7 and the yield is 0.76%. HCA Healthcare has a payout ratio of 11.85% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next HCA Healthcare dividend payment date?
The next HCA Healthcare (HCA) dividend payment is scheduled for June 30, 2025.
What is the beta indicator for HCA Healthcare?
HCA Healthcare (HCA) has a beta rating of 1.47. This means that it is more volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 2 would indicate the stock moves twice as much as the market.