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NHC
(NYSEAMERICAN)
National HealthCare Corporation
$202.81-- (--)
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National HealthCare (NHC) Stock Price & Financial Analysis

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Day's Range$196.52 - $202.86
52-Week High$205.90
52-Week Low$93.54
Open$199.20
Volume180.11K
Average Volume (3M)136.09K
Market Cap3.18B
Shares Outstanding15.77M
P/E Ratio (TTM)25.68
Forward P/E22.27
Price to Sales (P/S)2.08
Price to Book (P/B)2.91
EV/EBITDA14.57
Revenue (TTM)1.52B
Net Income (TTM)123.67M
Free Cash Flow (TTM)168.41M
EPS (TTM)$7.89
Profit Margin8.11%
Operating Margin-0.44%
Return on Equity (ROE)11.34%
Debt to Equity0.04
50-Day MA$183.10
200-Day MA$150.18
52-Week Change92.07%
Annual Dividend$2.56
Dividend Yield1.27%
Payout Ratio32.44%
Last Dividend Ex-DateJun 30, 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 $201.40. The 52-week range is $93.54–$205.90, with a day range of $196.52–$202.86.

What is the P/E ratio for NHC?

National HealthCare's trailing P/E ratio is 25.7, meaning investors pay $25.7 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 22.3, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. National HealthCare operates in the Healthcare sector.

Does NHC pay dividends?

Yes, National HealthCare pays a 1.27% annual dividend yield ($2.56 per share). The payout ratio is 32.4%. The last ex-dividend date was 2026-06-30.

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 $3.18B, classifying it as a mid-cap company. National HealthCare operates in the Healthcare sector within the Medical Care Facilities industry.