HCA Healthcare Inc (HCA) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.72 per share, payable to shareholders of record. The ex-dividend date is set for December 14, 2025, meaning investors must own shares before this date to receive the upcoming payment. Eligible shareholders will receive the dividend on December 28, 2025.
This announcement highlights HCA's commitment to returning value to its shareholders through regular dividend payments. With a current dividend yield of 0.60%, the company's strategy reflects its strong cash flow generation amid a competitive healthcare landscape.
HCA Healthcare operates approximately 190 hospitals and 2,400 ambulatory sites across 20 states and the United Kingdom. The company, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, employs 226,000 full-time staff and provides a comprehensive range of health services, including general and behavioral healthcare.
Investors often assess a company's dividend history and payout ratio when evaluating the sustainability of dividend payments. HCA's ongoing commitment to dividends underscores its financial health and capital allocation strategy, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors.
Upcoming earnings are scheduled for April 22, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $7.21 and revenue of $19.4 billion, followed by another report on July 22, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $7.36 and revenue of $19.5 billion.