NHC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NHC - National Healthcare Corp.
$191.97
-3.62 (-1.85%)
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5d:
-0.08%
30d:
-0.87%
90d:
+18.01%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 16, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 08, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NHC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NHC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NHC is currently trading at $191.97, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $186.61 to $196.48.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NHC is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $195.90. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: NHC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $6.15. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NHC is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $195.90. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: NHC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $6.15. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$186.61 -
$196.48
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.2%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 96.8% above Wall St target ($6.15)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$186.61 -
$196.48
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$6.93
(3.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$176.75
Resistance Level
$195.90
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.89
Wall Street Target
$6.15
(-96.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
9.7%
Profit Margin
8.1%
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Last updated: June 16, 2026 11:13 PM ET
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NEUTRAL
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