What one share of National HealthCare holds
National HealthCare Corporation, which we also refer to as NHC or the Company, began business in 1971. Our principal business is the operation of skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, independent living facilities, homecare and hospice agencies, and behavioral health hospitals.
National HealthCare’s numbers from its SEC filings, divided by its shares. Results cover the last 12 months to 2026-06-30; the balance sheet is as of 2026-06-30.
| Sales | $98.92 |
|---|---|
| Profit | $8.90 |
| Capex (buildings and equipment) | $2.68 |
| Free cash flow | $9.30 |
| Dividends | $2.52 |
| Cash and investments | $2.50 |
| Debt | $0.00 |
| Book value | $71.66 |
Per share by fiscal year
| Year | Sales | Profit | Capex | Free cash | Dividends | Book value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | — | $2.31 | $3.25 | $3.03 | — | $38.77 |
| 2010 | — | $3.22 | $2.36 | $2.27 | — | $28.22 |
| 2011 | — | $3.96 | $1.42 | $3.59 | $1.18 | $31.48 |
| 2012 | — | $3.57 | $1.33 | $2.55 | $2.20 | $34.30 |
| 2013 | — | $3.87 | $2.60 | $3.53 | $1.26 | $36.77 |
| 2014 | — | $3.14 | $3.75 | $1.57 | $1.34 | $39.94 |
| 2015 | — | $3.20 | $4.03 | $1.72 | $1.54 | $42.06 |
| 2016 | $60.73 | $3.32 | $4.12 | $1.86 | $1.75 | $44.16 |
| 2017 | $63.34 | $3.69 | $2.13 | $4.08 | $1.89 | $46.20 |
| 2018 | $64.34 | $3.87 | $1.95 | $4.51 | $1.98 | $48.07 |
| 2019 | $64.87 | $4.44 | $1.72 | $4.80 | $2.06 | $50.78 |
| 2020 | $66.90 | $2.72 | $1.42 | $11.80 | $2.08 | $51.74 |
| 2021 | $69.68 | $8.99 | $2.56 | $1.49 | $2.11 | $58.44 |
| 2022 | $70.29 | $1.45 | $1.96 | −$1.39 | $2.26 | $56.93 |
| 2023 | $74.24 | $4.34 | $1.81 | $5.42 | $2.34 | $59.20 |
| 2024 | $83.81 | $6.53 | $1.77 | $5.11 | $2.42 | $63.44 |
| 2025 | $97.01 | $7.67 | $2.33 | $9.50 | $2.53 | $68.79 |
Common questions about National HealthCare
How much does one share of National HealthCare earn?
Over the last 12 months, each share of National HealthCare earned $8.90 of profit on $98.92 of sales, keeping about 9¢ of every $1 (profit margin).
Does National HealthCare pay a dividend?
Yes. National HealthCare paid $2.52 per share in dividends over the last 12 months, and it paid a dividend in every year from 2011 to 2025 in StockSlicer’s data. That’s about 28¢ of each $1 of profit (payout ratio).
What is National HealthCare’s book value per share?
National HealthCare’s book value is $71.66 per share: what would be left for each share if it sold everything at the values on its books and paid every debt, as of June 30, 2026.
How much cash and debt does each share of National HealthCare have?
Each share of National HealthCare has $2.50 of cash and investments and $0.00 of debt, as of June 30, 2026.
What is National HealthCare’s free cash flow per share?
$9.30 per share over the last 12 months. Free cash flow is the cash left over after spending on buildings and equipment.
How has National HealthCare’s profit per share changed over time?
Profit per share went from $2.31 in 2009 to $7.67 in 2025, growing about 7.8% a year (adjusted for stock splits).
Has National HealthCare bought back shares?
National HealthCare’s share count rose about 15% from 2009 to 2025. That dilution means each share owns a smaller slice of the company.
From its SEC filings. For education only, not investment advice. New to these words? See the StockSlicer glossary.