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HCA Healthcare (HCA)

(Delayed Data from NYSE)

$297.00 USD

297.00
2,767,409

-14.03 (-4.51%)

Updated Apr 18, 2024 04:00 PM ET

After-Market: $296.87 -0.13 (-0.04%) 7:58 PM ET

Zacks Rank:

This is our short term rating system that serves as a timeliness indicator for stocks over the next 1 to 3 months. How good is it? See rankings and related performance below.

Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy24.15%
2Buy18.00%
3Hold9.44%
4Sell5.10%
5Strong Sell2.53%
S&P50011.08%

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2-Buy of 5   2      

Style Scores:

The Style Scores are a complementary set of indicators to use alongside the Zacks Rank. It allows the user to better focus on the stocks that are the best fit for his or her personal trading style.

The scores are based on the trading styles of Value, Growth, and Momentum. There's also a VGM Score ('V' for Value, 'G' for Growth and 'M' for Momentum), which combines the weighted average of the individual style scores into one score.

Value Score A
Growth Score A
Momentum Score A
VGM Score A

Within each Score, stocks are graded into five groups: A, B, C, D and F. As you might remember from your school days, an A, is better than a B; a B is better than a C; a C is better than a D; and a D is better than an F.

As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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A Value A Growth A Momentum A VGM

Industry Rank:

The Zacks Industry Rank assigns a rating to each of the 265 X (Expanded) Industries based on their average Zacks Rank.

An industry with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #1's and #2's will have a better average Zacks Rank than one with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #4's and #5's.

The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Top 37% (93 out of 251)

Industry: Medical - Hospital

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Zacks News

Here's Why HCA Healthcare (HCA) Fell More Than Broader Market

by Zacks Equity Research

In the latest trading session, HCA Healthcare (HCA) closed at $311.03, marking a -0.91% move from the previous day.

Are Medical Stocks Lagging HCA Healthcare (HCA) This Year?

by Zacks Equity Research

Here is how HCA Healthcare (HCA) and Addus HomeCare (ADUS) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Here's Why HCA Healthcare (HCA) is a Strong Value Stock

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5 Safe Stocks to Buy as Severe Volatility Grips Wall Street

by Nalak Das

We have narrowed our search to five stocks from defensive sectors to safeguard one's portfolio. These are: AWK, ATO, CELH, HCA, TAP.

HCA Healthcare (HCA) Stock Declines While Market Improves: Some Information for Investors

by Zacks Equity Research

In the latest trading session, HCA Healthcare (HCA) closed at $327.25, marking a -0.16% move from the previous day.

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4 Sector ETFs & Stocks to Benefit From Hot Inflation

by Sanghamitra Saha

U.S. inflation jumped in March, surpassing expectations primarily due to higher petrol and shelter costs, dashing hopes of a June interest rate cut by the Fed.

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Market Jitters: 2 Top Ranked Stocks for Defensive Positioning

by Ethan Feller

With the jump in inflation and rise in interest rate uncertainty investors may want to consider defensive stocks

Why HCA Healthcare (HCA) is a Smart Addition to Your Portfolio

by Zacks Equity Research

HCA Healthcare (HCA) remains well-poised for growth on growing patient volumes, buyouts, effective telehealth services and a notable financial stand.

New to Investing? This 1 Medical Stock Could Be the Perfect Starting Point

by Zacks Equity Research

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Here is What to Know Beyond Why HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) is a Trending Stock

by Zacks Equity Research

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to HCA (HCA). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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3 Sector ETFs & Stocks to Bet on March Jobs Data

by Sanghamitra Saha

The U.S. economy added 303, 000 jobs last month. That data breezed past expectations for 205, 000 job gains, according to FactSet consensus estimates, as quoted on CNBC.

Are You a Growth Investor? This 1 Stock Could Be the Perfect Pick

by Zacks Equity Research

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Should Value Investors Buy HCA Healthcare (HCA) Stock?

by Zacks Equity Research

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

HCA Healthcare (HCA) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider

by Zacks Equity Research

In the closing of the recent trading day, HCA Healthcare (HCA) stood at $328.80, denoting a +1.12% change from the preceding trading day.

Acadia (ACHC) and Uber Health to Enhance Patient Access

by Zacks Equity Research

Acadia (ACHC) partners with Uber Health to ensure timely access to addiction treatment, breaking down transportation barriers for patients.

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It

by Zacks Equity Research

Zacks.com users have recently been watching HCA (HCA) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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3 Powerful Examples of the Zacks Rank

by Derek Lewis

The Zacks Rank is a reliable tool that helps you trade with confidence regardless of your trading style and/or risk tolerance. Here are three powerful examples of the strategy in action.

Acadia (ACHC) Buys CTCs to Boost Care Access in North Carolina

by Zacks Equity Research

Acadia Healthcare (ACHC) acquires three CTCs in the Raleigh, Greenville and Hillsborough regions of North Carolina, therefore increasing its CTC nationwide footprint and fetching improved revenues.

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Global Week Ahead: Currency Headwinds and U.S. Jobs on Deck

by John Blank

In the global week ahead, inflationary data from Europe and the U.S. jobs report will be a key focus for bond and stock traders alike.

Here's Why HCA Healthcare (HCA) is a Strong Momentum Stock

by Zacks Equity Research

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

Is It Worth Investing in HCA (HCA) Based on Wall Street's Bullish Views?

by Zacks Equity Research

The average brokerage recommendation (ABR) for HCA (HCA) is equivalent to a Buy. The overly optimistic recommendations of Wall Street analysts make the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric questionable. So, is it worth buying the stock?

Why HCA Healthcare (HCA) is a Top Stock for the Long-Term

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Why HCA Healthcare (HCA) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term

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The Zacks Rank Explained: How to Find Strong Buy Medical Stocks

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If You Invested $1000 in HCA Healthcare a Decade Ago, This is How Much It'd Be Worth Now

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Why investing for the long run, especially if you buy certain popular stocks, could reap huge rewards.