NHC
National Healthcare
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- NYSEAMERICAN: NHC
- PEG Ratio
As of Aug 21, 2026, NHC's PEG ratio of 0.78 reflects its valuation relative to its growth. This value reflects a P/E ratio of 25.85 measured against EPS growth of 33.0%.
NHC PEG ratio history
National Healthcare's ten years historical PEG ratio has an average of 1.11. Compared to historical data, NHC's 0.78 PE to growth ratio represents a decline of 30%. NHC reached its maximum PEG ratio of 8.49 during the Jun 2023 quarter over the past ten years. The Jun 2021 quarter had the bottom reading at 0.02, indicating the most optimal growth-adjusted valuation.
National Healthcare PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.03 | 17.67 | 17.2% |
| 2024 | 0.31 | 16.25 | 51.8% |
| 2023 | 0.11 | 21.2 | 198.6% |
| 2022 | N/A | 40.75 | -83.8% |
| 2021 | 0.03 | 7.52 | 229.6% |
| 2020 | N/A | 24.24 | -38.7% |
| 2019 | 1.25 | 19.34 | 15.5% |
| 2018 | 4.41 | 20.27 | 4.6% |
| 2017 | 1.53 | 16.47 | 10.8% |
| 2016 | N/A | 22.69 | 0% |
| 2015 | 5.96 | 18.47 | 3.1% |
| 2014 | N/A | 19.4 | -20% |
| 2013 | 1.21 | 13.31 | 11% |
| 2012 | N/A | 12.88 | -10.8% |
| 2011 | 0.38 | 10.24 | 27% |
National Healthcare PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | 0.71 | 23.41 | 33% |
| Mar 2026 | 1.43 | 20.01 | 14% |
| Dec 2025 | 1.03 | 17.67 | 17.2% |
| Sep 2025 | N/A | 18.58 | -19.1% |
| Jun 2025 | 1.17 | 15.76 | 13.5% |
| Mar 2025 | 0.41 | 13.26 | 32.1% |
| Dec 2024 | 0.31 | 16.25 | 51.8% |
| Sep 2024 | 0.09 | 15.57 | 176.7% |
| Jun 2024 | 0.1 | 18.13 | 187.5% |
| Mar 2024 | 0.05 | 17.83 | 330.9% |
| Dec 2023 | 0.11 | 21.2 | 198.6% |
| Sep 2023 | 0.53 | 21.91 | 41.1% |
| Jun 2023 | 8.49 | 29.72 | 3.5% |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | 47.21 | -85.7% |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | 40.75 | -83.8% |
NHC average PEG ratio chart
When comparing to historical values, NHC's PEG ratio is higher than its 3-year average, though it is below the 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
With a PEG of 0.78, NHC is above the Healthcare sector and the industry average. Compared to its Healthcare sector average of 0.61, National Healthcare's PEG is 28% higher.
NHC EPS growth
NHC Price vs fair value
NHC PEG vs peers
Compared to its peers, NHC has a PEG ratio under stock ENSG, while above HCSG's and CYH's.
Frequently asked questions
What is National Healthcare's PEG ratio?
NHC shows a PEG ratio of 0.78, per Aug 21, 2026 data.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for National Healthcare (NHC)?
NHC has a 3-year average PEG ratio of 0.54.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for National Healthcare (NHC)?
NHC has a 5-year average PEG ratio of 0.98.
What is the highest PEG ratio for NHC?
The Jun 2023 quarter marked the ten years high at 8.49 for NHC's PEG ratio.
How does the current PEG ratio for NHC compare to its historical average?
Currently, NHC's PEG ratio stands 30% lower than its 10-year historical average.
How is NHC's PEG ratio calculated (National Healthcare PEG ratio formula)?
The PEG ratio comes from taking PE and dividing by the rate at which earnings are growing (YoY TTM). As of Aug 21, 2026, National Healthcare has a P/E ratio of 25.85. Earnings grew at 33.0% over the TTM period ending Jun 2026. Applying the formula, this produces a price to earnings growth ratio of 0.78. PEG RATIO(0.78) = PE RATIO(25.85) / EPS GROWTH(33.0%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.