National HealthCare Corporation
$ 136.59
-0.79%
04 Dec - close price
- Market Cap 1,964,541,000 USD
- Current Price $ 136.59
- High / Low $ 138.68 / 136.06
- Stock P/E 19.54
- Book Value 67.87
- EPS 6.48
- Next Earning Report -
- Dividend Per Share $2.50
- Dividend Yield 1.93 %
- Next Dividend Date 2026-01-30
- ROA 0.05 %
- ROE 0.10 %
- 52 Week High 140.41
- 52 Week Low 88.15
About
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) is a leading provider of diversified healthcare services, specializing in the management of skilled nursing facilities, assisted living and independent living communities, home health programs, and behavioral health services. Headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, NHC is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of an aging population, establishing itself as a significant player in the senior healthcare sector. With a strong emphasis on delivering high-quality care and innovative service models, NHC is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for comprehensive senior healthcare solutions in the United States.
Analyst Target Price
$6.15
Quarterly Earnings
| Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | Dec 2022 | |
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| Reported Date | 2025-11-07 | 2025-08-07 | 2025-05-09 | 2025-02-14 | 2024-11-04 | 2024-08-02 | 2024-05-10 | 2024-02-16 | 2023-11-03 | 2023-08-04 | 2023-05-05 | 2023-02-17 |
| Reported EPS | 2.505 | 1.52 | 2.0676 | 0.3882 | 2.7311 | 1.7257 | 1.6906 | 1.8342 | 0.68 | 1.0626 | 0.79 | 0.4136 |
| Estimated EPS | None | None | None | None | None | None | None | None | None | None | None | None |
| Surprise | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Surprise Percentage | None% | None% | None% | None% | None% | None% | None% | None% | None% | None% | None% | None% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
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Previous Dividend Records
| Jan 2026 | Oct 2025 | Aug 2025 | Apr 2025 | Jan 2025 | Nov 2024 | Aug 2024 | May 2024 | Feb 2024 | Nov 2023 | |
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| Payment Date | 2026-01-30 | 2025-10-31 | 2025-08-01 | 2025-04-25 | 2025-01-31 | 2024-11-01 | 2024-08-01 | 2024-05-01 | 2024-02-01 | 2023-11-01 |
| Amount | $0.64 | $0.64 | $0.64 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.59 | $0.59 | $0.59 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | $2.50 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.93% |
| Next Dividend Date | 2026-01-30 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2025-12-31 |
Recent News: NHC
2025-10-15 08:22:27
National HealthCare Corporation's shares (NHC) recently crossed above their 200-day moving average, trading as high as $122.26 before closing at $121.50. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.64 per share, resulting in a 2.1% dividend yield. With a market capitalization of $1.88 billion and a PE ratio of 18.11, the company exhibits strong stock performance in the healthcare sector.
2024-12-31 23:59:59
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) has completed the acquisition of the White Oak Senior Living portfolio, which includes skilled nursing facilities in North and South Carolina and a long-term care pharmacy. This strategic move expands NHC's operations into North Carolina and grows its presence in South Carolina, adding significant capacity for skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living units. NHC anticipates the acquisition will be accretive to earnings and create operational efficiencies while maintaining a focus on quality care.
2024-12-31 23:59:59
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) announced a significant increase in net operating revenues and GAAP net income for the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. The company reported $297.18 million in net operating revenues, a 10.2% rise, and GAAP net income attributable to NHC of $26.21 million. NHC also provided adjusted net income and diluted earnings per share, highlighting strong financial performance driven by its diverse healthcare operations.
2024-08-16 16:22:00
NHC CEO Stephen Flatt sold 3,907 shares of company stock for approximately $494,382 on August 14, 2024. This transaction follows other significant company news, including the retirement of a long-standing board member and the acquisition of White Oak Senior Living's portfolio. Despite the insider sale, National Healthcare Corp shows solid financial performance, including a 7.78% revenue growth and strong stock performance, and has consistently raised its dividend for 10 consecutive years.
2024-08-08 19:00:00
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) announced a quarterly dividend of 61 cents per common share. The dividend will be paid to shareholders of record on September 30, 2024, and is payable on November 1, 2024. NHC is the nation’s oldest publicly traded long-term health care company, operating various healthcare facilities and services.
2024-08-08 00:00:00
National HealthCare Corp. (NHC) has finalized its $221.4 million acquisition of White Oak Senior Living’s 15-property portfolio, expanding its presence in North and South Carolina. The deal includes continuing care retirement communities and nursing homes, adding 1,928 skilled nursing beds, 48 assisted living units, and 302 independent living units to NHC's operations. Both companies emphasized cultural alignment centered on excellent patient care.
