HCA
HCA Healthcare
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- NYSE: HCA
- PEG Ratio
HCA Healthcare currently trades with a PE to growth ratio of 0.45, based on Jun 23, 2026 data. Dividing the 13.14 PE ratio by the 29.3% earnings growth rate produces this figure. Relative to the 0.88 average from the past four quarters, the PEG ratio is down by 49%.
HCA PEG ratio history
Historically, HCA Healthcare has a PEG ratio averaging 2.4 across the last ten years. At 0.45, today's PEG ratio sits 81% less than its historical average. The ten years high came in the Mar 2018 quarter at 32, reflecting peak valuation relative to growth. The bottom was reached in the Sep 2021 quarter at 0.12, suggesting attractive value relative to growth during that period.
HCA Healthcare PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.56 | 16.27 | 28.9% |
| 2024 | 0.86 | 13.48 | 15.7% |
| 2023 | N/A | 14.06 | -0.9% |
| 2022 | N/A | 12.35 | -9.7% |
| 2021 | 0.13 | 11.94 | 93.9% |
| 2020 | 1.83 | 14.82 | 8.1% |
| 2019 | N/A | 14.39 | -5.8% |
| 2018 | 0.15 | 11.42 | 78.1% |
| 2017 | N/A | 14.35 | -18.7% |
| 2016 | 0.21 | 9.83 | 46.5% |
| 2015 | 0.67 | 13.16 | 19.5% |
| 2014 | 0.75 | 17.07 | 22.9% |
| 2013 | N/A | 13.63 | -4.1% |
| 2012 | N/A | 8.27 | -29.4% |
| 2011 | 0.05 | 4.26 | 82.7% |
HCA Healthcare PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 0.55 | 16.07 | 29.3% |
| Dec 2025 | 0.56 | 16.27 | 28.9% |
| Sep 2025 | 1.01 | 16.28 | 16.1% |
| Jun 2025 | 1.38 | 15.92 | 11.5% |
| Mar 2025 | 1.27 | 15.18 | 12% |
| Dec 2024 | 0.86 | 13.48 | 15.7% |
| Sep 2024 | 1.86 | 18.03 | 9.7% |
| Jun 2024 | 2.92 | 14.89 | 5.1% |
| Mar 2024 | 18.23 | 16.41 | 0.9% |
| Dec 2023 | N/A | 14.06 | -0.9% |
| Sep 2023 | 0.84 | 11.97 | 14.3% |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | 14.78 | -2.8% |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | 13.09 | -6.8% |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | 12.35 | -9.7% |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | 10.22 | -10% |
HCA average PEG ratio chart
When comparing to historical data, HCA's PEG ratio is lower than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
HCA Healthcare's PEG of 0.45 is lower than the Healthcare sector and the industry average. Looking at the Healthcare sector average of 0.56, HCA Healthcare's PEG is 20% lower.
HCA EPS growth
HCA Price vs fair value
HCA PEG vs peers
HCA reports a PEG ratio higher than that of peer stocks THC and UHS.
| Stock name | PEG ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CYH Community Health Systems Inc | 0 | $434.02M |
| UHS Universal Health Services Inc | 0.18 | $8.83B |
| THC Tenet Healthcare Corp | 0.36 | $15.58B |
| HCA HCA Healthcare Inc | 0.45 | $85.83B |
Frequently asked questions
What is HCA Healthcare's PEG ratio?
Based on Jun 23, 2026 data, HCA has a PEG ratio of 0.45.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for HCA Healthcare (HCA)?
Across the past 3 years, HCA's PEG ratio has averaged at 2.95.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for HCA Healthcare (HCA)?
Across the past 5 years, HCA's PEG ratio has averaged at 2.03.
What is the highest PEG ratio for HCA?
HCA's PEG ratio topped out at 32 during the Mar 2018 quarter - the highest in ten years.
How does the current PEG ratio for HCA compare to its historical average?
Compared to the 10-year average, HCA's PEG ratio stands 81% lower.
Why is HCA Healthcare's PEG ratio so low?
The 0.45 PEG ratio for HCA reflects robust earnings growth outpacing the current valuation.
How is HCA's PEG ratio calculated (HCA Healthcare PEG ratio formula)?
The PEG ratio derives from taking PE and dividing by the rate at which earnings are growing (YoY TTM). As of Jun 23, 2026, HCA Healthcare has a PE ratio of 13.14. Earnings grew at 29.3% over the TTM period ending Mar 2026. Applying the formula, this gives a PEG ratio of 0.45. PEG RATIO(0.45) = PE RATIO(13.14) / EPS GROWTH(29.3%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.