Key Takeaways HCA trades at 14.67X forward P/E, above its median and industry average.Free cash flow rose 29.3% to $7.3B, fueling buybacks and dividends.Earnings are projected to grow 18.9% in 2025 and 7.1% in 2026.U.S. hospital operator HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) is currently trading at a noticeable premium compared with its historical and industry benchmarks. The stock’s forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio stands at 14.67X, ahead of its five-year median of 13.91X and well above the broader indu ...

Keystone is expected to generate approximately $65 million of revenue and approximately $13 million of Adjusted EBITDA(1) in the full-year 2025, with revenue expected to grow more than 50% in 2025 versus 2024Acquisition follows multi-year partnership between Strata and Keystone whereby Keystone has successfully recovered hundreds of organs on behalf of Strata customers$124 million acquisition represents an approximate 9x multiple of 2025 estimated Adjusted EBITDA(1); Keystone's go forward Free Cash Flow(1) ...

With a fresh dividend increase for shareholders, a fatter yield is nice. But the real reason Verizon's stock stands out is its rising cash generation and improving balance sheet.Verizon Communications (VZ -0.35%), the U.S. wireless and broadband provider, is back in focus for income seekers after another annual dividend raise and a steady 2025 outlook. Shares have hovered around the mid-$40s recently, putting the stock's dividend yield north of 6% after the board's early September increase. The headline her ...

We're living in extraordinary times. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ seem unstoppable, and the more they rise, the more investors seem to forget about traditional valuation metrics.Philipp is a seasoned value investor with nearly 20 years of experience in the field. He takes a global approach to investment opportunities, seeking out undervalued companies that offer a significant margin of safety, leading to attractive dividend yields and returns. While he does not limit his investments to specific sectors or countri ...

Two dividend stalwarts, two very different engines behind the checks.Shares of WM (WM -0.64%) and McDonald's (MCD -0.97%) have both held investor interest in 2025 for their dependable cash returns.WM, formerly known as Waste Management, is the largest North American waste services provider. The waste company is tying dividend growth to a rising free cash flow outlook and a slate of high-return projects in recycling, renewable natural gas, and newly integrated medical-waste operations. McDonald's, the global ...

And welcome back to halftime. It's time for the call of the day. We're going to start off with Pneumont upgraded to outperform at RBC.SH's up just about 3%. Joe, you own this one in the Jot ETF. There's an obvious correlation to rising gold prices.I think most of us understand that. A lot of calls on the street for gold to see 4,000 very quickly. But for this company, they really have begun to manage the business a lot better.Shedding non-core assets, focusing on free cash flow. stock is up 51% year to date ...

This story was originally published on Restaurant Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Restaurant Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: Portillo’s is slowing its rate of store development and cutting aspects of its operations — including its Chicago breakfast pilot — to focus on its existing markets, according to a statement issued Wednesday. The brand slashed its unit growth target from 12 to eight new units, a 33% decrease, and lowered its same-store sales projections from 1% to ...

Microsoft Corp (MSFT) stock has drifted off its highs, presenting an opportunity for value investors. Moreover, analysts' surveys show significantly higher target prices for MSFT stock. One way to play it is to short out-of-the-money (OTM) MSFT put options. MSFT is below $500 on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at $499.28 in midday trading. This is well off its recent peak of $535.65 on Aug. 4. More News from Barchart MSFT stock - last 3 months - Barchart - as of Sept. 9 Free Cash Flow-Based Price Target Meanwhile, th ...

In recent years, Chewy expanded from basic pet supply goods – think food, bedding, cat litter, and the like – to add veterinary and pet pharmaceutical care to its service lineup. Chewy’s veterinary network features clinics in South Florida, Atlanta, Denver, and the Austin, Dallas, and Houston areas in Texas. Vet services frequently lead to prescriptions, and pharmacy services are available for a wide range of creatures, from the most common dogs and cats to horses and exotic pets.The pet supply market is a ...

公司业务与资产概况 - 康菲石油是一家美国上游能源公司 拥有遍布14个国家的多元化低成本资产组合 [1] - 公司业务高度依赖大宗商品价格波动 受供需动态、全球经济增长和地缘政治发展等因素影响 [1] 财务状况与现金流优势 - 公司债务与资本化比率为26.4% 显著低于细分行业49.1%的平均水平 [2] - 截至第二季度末持有57亿美元现金和短期投资 流动性状况强劲 [2] - 通过低成本生产资产、组合优化和成本削减措施 预计到2029年将增加70亿美元自由现金流 [2] 同业比较分析 - EOG资源债务与资本化比率为12.66% 显著低于行业平均水平 [4] - 雪佛龙作为综合能源巨头 债务与资本化比率为16.67% 债务依赖度较低 [5] 股价表现与估值指标 - 过去一年公司股价下跌12.1% 同期行业跌幅为13.6% [6] - 公司企业价值与EBITDA比率为5.38倍 低于行业11.06倍的平均水平 [9] 盈利预测趋势 - 2025年盈利共识预期在过去7天内被上调 当前年度预期为6.64美元 7天前为6.61美元 [11][12] - 2026年盈利预期为7.46美元 较7天前的7.41美元有所上调 [12]