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NHC
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National HealthCare Corporation
$162.75-- (--)
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National HealthCare (NHC) Stock Price & Financial Analysis

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Day's Range$154.91 - $163.22
52-Week High$174.54
52-Week Low$89.14
Open$156.77
Volume95.62K
Average Volume (3M)95.62K
Market Cap2.55B
Shares Outstanding15.65M
P/E Ratio (TTM)20.59
Forward P/E17.49
Price to Sales (P/S)1.63
Price to Book (P/B)2.31
EV/EBITDA10.98
Revenue (TTM)1.52B
Net Income (TTM)120.02M
Free Cash Flow (TTM)148.63M
EPS (TTM)$7.67
Profit Margin7.92%
Operating Margin8.06%
Return on Equity (ROE)11.23%
Debt to Equity0.08
50-Day MA$158.32
200-Day MA$128.77
52-Week Change68.83%
Annual Dividend$2.56
Dividend Yield1.62%
Payout Ratio33.37%
Last Dividend Ex-DateMar 31, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About National HealthCare

What is the current stock price for NHC?

As of the latest trading session, NHC stock trades at $162.75. The 52-week range is $89.14–$174.54, with a day range of $154.91–$163.22.

What is the P/E ratio for NHC?

National HealthCare's trailing P/E ratio is 20.6, meaning investors pay $20.6 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 17.5, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. National HealthCare operates in the Healthcare sector.

Does NHC pay dividends?

Yes, National HealthCare pays a 1.62% annual dividend yield ($2.56 per share). The payout ratio is 33.4%. The last ex-dividend date was 2026-03-31.

What do analysts recommend for NHC?

Analyst ratings and recommendations for NHC are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.

What is the market cap of NHC?

National HealthCare's market capitalization is $2.55B, classifying it as a mid-cap company. National HealthCare operates in the Healthcare sector within the Medical Care Facilities industry.