NHC
National Healthcare
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- NYSEAMERICAN: NHC
- PEG Ratio
As of Nov 11, 2026, NHC's PEG ratio of 2.25 reflects its valuation relative to its growth. This value reflects a P/E ratio of 28.55 measured against EPS growth of 12.7%. When compared to the trailing four-quarter average of 1.38, NHC's PEG ratio shows a 63% increase.
NHC PEG ratio history
National Healthcare's nine years historical PEG ratio has an average of 1.11. Compared to historical data, NHC's 2.25 PE to growth ratio represents a rise of 103%. NHC reached its maximum PEG ratio of 8.49 during the Jun 2023 quarter over the past nine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 2.34 | 29.78 | 12.7% |
| 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% |
NHC average PEG ratio chart
When comparing to historical values, NHC's PEG ratio is higher than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
With a PEG of 2.25, NHC is above the Healthcare sector and the industry average. Compared to its Healthcare sector average of 0.62, National Healthcare's PEG is 263% higher.
NHC EPS growth
NHC Price vs fair value
NHC PEG vs peers
NHC has a PEG ratio above that of peer stocks ENSG and HCSG.
Frequently asked questions
What is National Healthcare's PEG ratio?
NHC shows a PEG ratio of 2.25, per Nov 11, 2026 data.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for National Healthcare (NHC)?
NHC has a 3-year average PEG ratio of 0.7.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for National Healthcare (NHC)?
NHC has a 5-year average PEG ratio of 1.13.
What is the highest PEG ratio for NHC?
The Jun 2023 quarter marked the nine 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 103% higher than its 9-year historical average.
Why is National Healthcare's PEG ratio so high?
The elevated PEG ratio of 2.25 indicates that NHC may be overvalued relative to its earnings growth potential.
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 Nov 11, 2026, National Healthcare has a P/E ratio of 28.55. Earnings grew at 12.7% over the TTM period ending Sep 2026. Applying the formula, this produces a price to earnings growth ratio of 2.25. PEG RATIO(2.25) = PE RATIO(28.55) / EPS GROWTH(12.7%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.