HCA Healthcare reported third-quarter revenue of $19.85 billion, a 3.6% increase year-over-year, while net income declined 3.9% to $1.58 billion. Diluted earnings per share rose 4.5% to $7.27, driven by a significant reduction in diluted shares outstanding from 236 million to 217 million. The company also announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.78 per share, payable on December 29, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 15, 2026. Additionally, HCA updated its full-year guidance, expecting results in the upper half of previous estimates despite an estimated $400 million unfavorable impact from a payer mix shift toward uninsured patients. The company operates hospitals and ambulatory care sites across the United States and the United Kingdom.
