BMO Capital has initiated coverage on HCA Healthcare with an Outperform rating and a price target of $495, implying a 12.98% upside from its current price of $438.12. Despite challenges from expiring exchange tax credits affecting payer mix, HCA shows solid demand with 3.2% growth in insured business and 2.5% admission growth. The company also acquired The College of Health Care Professions to ensure a future skilled workforce. This positions HCA well for continued growth in the evolving healthcare sector.
HCA Healthcare receives an Outperform rating and a $495 target. For readers following the health sector, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Sep 23, 2026 19:12 WIB: Out of 100 priced US health stocks, 39 rose and 50 fell. Notable movers include SNY at USD 41.61 with a -2.12% change and 100% buy order activity, RVTY at USD 140.62 down 1.88%, and SNN at USD 27.02 down 1.75% with 100% sell order activity.
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