National HealthCare Corporation
NHCNYSEAMERICANHealthcareMedical Care Facilities
As of Oct 16, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $3.90B
- P/E (TTM)
- 27.77
- Forward P/E
- 20.58
- Dividend yield
- 1.07%
- 52-week range
- $118.14$239.29
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 98.91K
National HealthCare (NHC) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $240.22 - $247.79 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $239.29 |
| 52-Week Low | $118.14 |
| Open | $245.50 |
| Volume (last close) | 100.92K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 98.91K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 1.56B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 140.26M |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 146.53M |
| EPS (TTM) | $8.91 |
| Profit Margin | 9.00% |
| Operating Margin | 9.28% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 12.43% |
| Debt to Equity | 0.03 |
| Annual Dividend | $2.62 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.07% |
| Payout Ratio | 29.39% |
| Last Dividend Ex-Date | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 3.90B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 15.86M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 27.77 |
| Forward P/E | 20.58 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 2.50 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 3.45 |
| EV/EBITDA | 16.64 |
| 50-Day MA | $224.70 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $188.34 |
| 1-Year Change | +101.34% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 16, 2026. Data sources and methodology
National HealthCare at a Glance
As of the Oct 16, 2026 close, National HealthCare (NHC) has a market capitalization of $3.90B. The stock trades at 27.8× trailing earnings, 20.6× forward earnings and 2.5× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $140.26M on revenue of $1.56B (a 9.0% profit margin) and generated $146.53M of free cash flow. Revenue grew 6.9% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $39.21M in cash and securities against $31.41M of debt, a net cash position of $7.80M.
National HealthCare pays a quarterly dividend totaling $2.62 per share a year, a 1.07% yield at the Oct 16, 2026 close, with a 29% payout ratio and 21 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is up 101.3% over the past year. At $242.82 (the Oct 16, 2026 close) it sits near the top of its 52-week range of $118.14 to $239.29, above its 200-day moving average of $188.34.
Frequently Asked Questions About National HealthCare
What is the current stock price for NHC?
As of the Oct 16, 2026 close, NHC stock trades at $242.82. The 52-week range is $118.14–$239.29, with a day range of $240.22–$247.79.
What is the P/E ratio for NHC?
As of the Oct 16, 2026 close, National HealthCare's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 27.8, meaning investors pay $27.8 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 20.6, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. National HealthCare operates in the Healthcare sector.
Does NHC pay dividends?
Yes, National HealthCare pays a 1.07% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 16, 2026 close ($2.62 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 29.4%. The most recent ex-dividend date was September 30, 2026.
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?
As of the Oct 16, 2026 close, National HealthCare's market capitalization is $3.85B, classifying it as a mid-cap company. National HealthCare operates in the Healthcare sector within the Medical Care Facilities industry.