HCA Holdings Inc (HCA)

Currency in USD
393.65
+3.19(+0.82%)
Closed·
396.90+3.25(+0.83%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
388.80395.19
52 wk Range
289.98417.14
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
390.46
Open
390.35
Day's Range
388.8-395.19
52 wk Range
289.98-417.14
Volume
911.96K
Average Volume (3m)
1.47M
1-Year Change
5.94%
Book Value / Share
-18.26
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
394.10
Upside
+0.11%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
High shareholder yield

HCA Holdings Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

HCA Holdings Inc Company Profile

HCA Healthcare, Inc., through its subsidiaries, owns and operates hospitals and related healthcare entities in the United States. It operates general and acute care hospitals that offers medical and surgical services, including inpatient care, intensive care, cardiac care, diagnostic, and emergency services; and outpatient services, such as outpatient surgery, laboratory, radiology, respiratory therapy, cardiology, and physical therapy. The company also operates outpatient health care facilities consisting of freestanding ambulatory surgery centers, freestanding emergency care facilities, urgent care facilities, walk-in clinics, diagnostic and imaging centers, rehabilitation and physical therapy centers, radiation and oncology therapy centers, physician practices, and various other facilities. In addition, it operates behavioral hospitals, which provide therapeutic programs comprising child, adolescent and adult psychiatric care, adolescent and adult alcohol, drug abuse treatment, and counseling services. 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


Market Dominance
Explore HCA Healthcare's position as the largest U.S. hospital operator, leveraging economies of scale and network effects to drive growth and efficiency
Financial Resilience
HCA's robust performance amid challenges, with revenue growth of 8.7% and EBITDA of $13.86 billion, showcases operational strength and adaptability
Strategic Initiatives
Delve into HCA's AI-driven efficiency improvements and accretive capital strategy, positioning the company for sustainable growth and market share gains
Analyst Perspectives
Average price target of $389, ranging from $355 to $420, reflects confidence in HCA's ability to navigate industry challenges and capitalize on opportunities
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HCA Holdings Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2025

  • HCA Holdings beats Q2 2025 forecasts: EPS of $6.84 (9.09% surprise), revenue of $18.61B (6.4% YoY growth), EBITDA $14.5B, gross profit margin 41%
  • Stock fell 2.1% in aftermarket trading despite strong earnings; company appears undervalued based on Fair Value metrics
  • FY2025 guidance: revenue $74-76B, net income $6.11-6.48B, EPS $25.50-27.00, capital spending ~$5B, 2-3% growth in equivalent admissions
  • Focus on network expansion, digital transformation; managed care and healthcare exchange volumes showed significant growth
  • Risks: healthcare policy changes, market saturation, wage inflation, volume shifts from exchanges to commercial insurance
Last Updated: 26/07/2025, 09:58
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Compare HCA to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
HCA
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
15.4x23.1x−0.5x
PEG Ratio
1.330.760.00
Price/Book
−21.0x5.3x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
1.3x2.1x3.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
2.4%12.8%40.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

14 Buy
10 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
25 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 394.10
(+0.11% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 24.01%
Dividend Yield
0.73%
Industry Median 2.48%
Annualised payout
2.88
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+17.54%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jul 25, 2025
EPS / Forecast
6.84 / 6.27
Revenue / Forecast
18.61B / 18.49B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

HCA Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does HCA Trade On?

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

What Is the Stock Symbol for HCA?

The stock symbol for HCA is "HCA."

What Is the HCA Market Cap?

As of today, HCA market cap is 92.11B.

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

The HCA EPS (TTM) is 24.01.

When Is the Next HCA Earnings Date?

HCA will release its next earnings report on 16 Oct 2025.

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 Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has HCA Stock Split?

HCA has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does HCA Have?

HCA has 271000 employees.

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

As of 15 Aug 2025, HCA (HCA) is trading at a price of 393.65, with a previous close of 390.46. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 388.80 to 395.19, while its 52-week range spans from 289.98 to 417.14.

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

The average 12-month price target for HCA is USD394.09524, with a high estimate of USD444 and a low estimate of USD333. 14 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +0.11% Upside potential.
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