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Calculation
HCA Healthcare Inc., P/S, long-term trends, calculation
| P/S | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Sales per share1 | Sales per share1 | = | Revenues1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 18, 2022 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 19, 2021 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 20, 2020 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 21, 2019 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 23, 2018 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 22, 2017 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 26, 2016 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 26, 2015 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 26, 2014 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 27, 2013 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 24, 2012 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of HCA Healthcare Inc. Annual Report.
- Share Price Trends
- The share price showed a consistent upward trend over the period analyzed. Beginning at $26.74 in February 2012, it increased steadily year over year, reaching $244.10 by February 2022. Notable increments occurred in the later years, particularly from 2018 onwards, indicating growing market confidence or improved company performance.
- Sales Per Share Patterns
- Sales per share also displayed a positive trajectory, rising from $67.83 in 2012 to $193.52 in 2022. While growth was somewhat steady, there was a slight plateau around 2020 and 2021, with values at $151.69 and $151.60 respectively, before accelerating again in the final year. This suggests strong operational performance with minor interruptions or stabilization phases.
- Price-to-Sales Ratio (P/S) Analysis
- The P/S ratio increased from 0.39 in 2012 to 1.26 in 2022, indicating that the market valuation relative to sales per share has grown substantially. Although the ratio fluctuated slightly during the years — decreasing in 2016 and 2020 — the general progression reflects heightened investor valuation multiples, possibly due to improved profitability expectations, market conditions, or perceived growth potential.
- Overall Insights
- Over the ten-year horizon, both share price and sales per share exhibited robust growth, with the share price showing a particularly strong increase relative to sales per share. The rising P/S ratio confirms increasing market optimism towards the company, potentially signaling enhanced market positioning or investor confidence. The temporary stabilization in sales per share around 2020–2021 might indicate external challenges or strategic shifts, but the subsequent rebound underscores resilience.
Comparison to Competitors
HCA Healthcare Inc., P/S, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| HCA Healthcare Inc. | Abbott Laboratories | Elevance Health Inc. | Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Medtronic PLC | UnitedHealth Group Inc. | |
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| Feb 18, 2022 | ||||||
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| Feb 26, 2016 | ||||||
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| Feb 27, 2013 | ||||||
| Feb 24, 2012 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Health Care Equipment & Services)
HCA Healthcare Inc., P/S, long-term trends, comparison to sector (health care equipment & services)
| HCA Healthcare Inc. | Health Care Equipment & Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 18, 2022 | ||
| Feb 19, 2021 | ||
| Feb 20, 2020 | ||
| Feb 21, 2019 | ||
| Feb 23, 2018 | ||
| Feb 22, 2017 | ||
| Feb 26, 2016 | ||
| Feb 26, 2015 | ||
| Feb 26, 2014 | ||
| Feb 27, 2013 | ||
| Feb 24, 2012 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Health Care)
HCA Healthcare Inc., P/S, long-term trends, comparison to industry (health care)
| HCA Healthcare Inc. | Health Care | |
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| Feb 18, 2022 | ||
| Feb 19, 2021 | ||
| Feb 20, 2020 | ||
| Feb 21, 2019 | ||
| Feb 23, 2018 | ||
| Feb 22, 2017 | ||
| Feb 26, 2016 | ||
| Feb 26, 2015 | ||
| Feb 26, 2014 | ||
| Feb 27, 2013 | ||
| Feb 24, 2012 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).