HCA HCA Holdings Inc

$404.97

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Latest Earnings Insight

HCA Healthcare's upcoming earnings report is poised to capture attention, particularly given the company's impressive market cap of over $91 billion, which underscores its significant presence in the healthcare sector. As the industry continues to navigate post-pandemic dynamics, HCA's strategic focus on expanding its network of hospitals and outpatient facilities could be a key driver of growth. Analysts are eyeing an EPS estimate of $6.27, with revenue projected at $18.49 billion, yet the whisper number suggests a more optimistic earnings per share of $7.01, hinting at potential upside surprises. This discrepancy between the whisper number and the consensus estimate reflects a market sentiment that is cautiously optimistic, likely fueled by HCA's recent investments in technology and patient care enhancements. As the earnings date approaches, investors will be keenly observing whether HCA can leverage its strategic initiatives to exceed expectations and sustain its robust financial performance.

Updated On 8/22/2025

About HCA Holdings Inc

HCA Healthcare is an American for-profit operator of health care facilities that was founded in 1968. It is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and, as of May 2020, owns and operates 186 hospitals and approximately 2,000 sites of care, including surgery centers, freestanding emergency rooms, urgent care centers and physician clinics in 21 states and the United Kingdom.

Website: https://hcahealthcare.com

Sector
LIFE SCIENCES
Industry
SERVICES-GENERAL MEDICAL & SURGICAL HOSPITALS, NEC
Exchange
NYSE
Country
USA
Currency
USD
Fiscal Year End
December
CIK
860730
Address
ONE PARK PLZ, NASHVILLE, TN, US
Valuation
Market Cap
$82.48B
P/E Ratio
15.22
PEG Ratio
1.11
Price to Book
293.44
Performance
EPS
$22.01
Dividend Yield
0.86%
Profit Margin
8.16%
ROE
82.40%
Technicals
50D MA
$327.86
200D MA
$345.83
52W High
$415.32
52W Low
$289.33
Fundamentals
Shares Outstanding
246M
Target Price
$371.02
Beta
1.49

HCA EPS Estimates vs Actual

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Actual

HCA News & Sentiment

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Aug 18, 2025 • Benzinga SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
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Aug 18, 2025 • Zacks Commentary BULLISH
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Aug 14, 2025 • Benzinga SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
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Aug 14, 2025 • Zacks Commentary SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
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Aug 14, 2025 • Zacks Commentary SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
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Sentiment Snapshot

Average Sentiment Score:

0.331
50 articles with scored sentiment

Overall Sentiment:

Bullish

HCA Reported Earnings

Apr 25, 2025
Mar 31, 2025 (Pre market)
0.69 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $6.45
  • Estimate: $5.76
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 12.0%
Jan 24, 2025
Dec 31, 2024 (Pre market)
-0.49 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $5.63
  • Estimate: $6.12
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -8.0%
Oct 25, 2024
Sep 30, 2024 (Pre market)
0.04 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $5.03
  • Estimate: $4.99
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 0.8%
Jul 23, 2024
Jun 30, 2024 (Pre market)
0.68 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $5.53
  • Estimate: $4.85
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 14.0%
Apr 26, 2024
Mar 31, 2024 (Pre market)
0.92 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $5.93
  • Estimate: $5.01
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 18.4%
Jan 30, 2024
Dec 31, 2023 (Pre market)
0.87 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $5.93
  • Estimate: $5.06
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 17.2%
Oct 24, 2023
Sep 30, 2023 (Pre market)
-0.07 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $3.91
  • Estimate: $3.98
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -1.8%
Jul 27, 2023
Jun 30, 2023 (Pre market)
0.07 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $4.29
  • Estimate: $4.22
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 1.7%
Apr 21, 2023
Mar 31, 2023 (Pre market)
1.0 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $4.93
  • Estimate: $3.93
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 25.4%

Financials