HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) Financials
Key financial figures for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (Q3 2026).
HCA Q3 2026 revenue rose 3.6% to $19.849B and Adjusted EBITDA to $3.918B, while a payer mix shift toward uninsured volume cost about $400M of pre-tax income; full-year results now seen in the upper half of the July guidance ranges. Revenues were $19.849B versus $19.161B a year earlier. Net income attributable to HCA Healthcare was $1.579B ($7.27 per diluted share) versus $1.643B ($6.96), helped by a share count down to 217.2M from 236.2M. Diluted EPS as adjusted, which excludes facility-sale gains, was $7.22 versus $6.96. Adjusted EBITDA was $3.918B versus $3.870B, and the Adjusted EBITDA margin was 19.7% versus 20.2% a year earlier. Same facility admissions rose 2.7%, equivalent admissions 3.0% and emergency room visits 5.1%, while same facility inpatient surgeries fell 1.4% and outpatient surgeries fell 3.7%. On the outlook: The Company now believes its full year 2026 operating results will be in the upper half of its 2026 guidance ranges issued July 14, 2026: revenues $77.0B to $79.5B, net income attributable to HCA Healthcare $6.3B to $6.7B, Adjusted EBITDA $15.4B to $16.1B, and diluted EPS $28.70 to $30.50 on 219.5M shares. Figures are for Q3 2026, as HCA Healthcare, Inc. reported them.
- Revenue
- $19.8B
- Net Income
- $1.6B
- EPS
- $7.36
- Total Assets
- $63.5B
- Operating Cash Flow
- $4.5B
Recent quarters
| Period | Revenue | Net Income | EPS | Operating Margin | Free Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 FY2026 | $19.8B | $1.6B | $7.27 | $3.1B | |
| Q2 FY2026 | $20.2B | $1.7B | $7.62 | $1.1B | |
| Q1 FY2026 | $19.1B | $1.6B | $7.15 | $895M | |
| Q4 FY2025 | $19.5B | $1.9B | $8.14 | $870M | |
| Q3 FY2025 | $19.2B | $1.6B | $6.96 | $3.1B |
Recent fiscal years
| Period | Revenue | Net Income | EPS | Operating Margin | Free Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $75.6B | $6.8B | $28.33 | $7.7B | |
| FY2024 | $70.6B | $5.8B | $22.00 | $5.6B | |
| FY2023 | $65.0B | $5.2B | $18.97 | $4.7B |
Frequently asked questions
What was HCA Healthcare, Inc.'s revenue last quarter?
HCA Healthcare, Inc. reported revenue of $19.85 billion for Q3 FY2026, up 3.6% from the same period a year earlier.
Is HCA Healthcare, Inc. profitable?
Yes. HCA Healthcare, Inc. reported net income of $1.58 billion for Q3 FY2026, a net margin of 7.96% on revenue.
How much free cash flow did HCA Healthcare, Inc. generate?
HCA Healthcare, Inc. generated free cash flow of $3.10 billion in Q3 FY2026, after capital expenditure.
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