ENSG's revenue growth has moderated from roughly 20% year-over-year in late 2025 to 14.5% in 2026Q3, yet it still outpaces most listed peers, suggesting the expansion phase is maturing rather than collapsing.
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Revenue growth has decelerated from about 20% to 14.5% year-over-year while operating margin improved to 9.3% in 2026Q3, suggesting operating income is scaling modestly faster than overhead despite a thin 7.0% net margin.
ENSG posted $1.39B in revenue, up 18.4% YoY, demonstrating robust growth in its operations.
Adjusted diluted EPS of $1.85, up 21.7%, indicating strong profitability and financial performance.
ENSG raised full-year 2026 guidance to $7.48 to $7.62 per share on revenue of $5.81B to $5.86B, reflecting confidence in future performance.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q4 2026Latest Oct 27, 2026 | $2.03+3.0% vs $1.97 | $1.5B-1.5% vs $1.5B |
Q3 2026 Jul 27, 2026 | $1.92+6.7% vs $1.80 | $1.4B-0.1% vs $1.4B |
Q2 2026 Apr 30, 2026 | $1.85+1.6% vs $1.82 | $1.4B-0.5% vs $1.4B |
Q1 2026 Feb 4, 2026 | $1.82+4.0% vs $1.75 | $1.4B-0.5% vs $1.4B |
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NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP (“Wolf Haldenstein”), a nationally recognized securities litigation law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against The Ensign Group, Inc. (“Ensign” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ENSG) on behalf of investors that purchased or otherwise acquired Ensign securities between February 10, 2022 and June 18, 2026 (the Class Period). Investors who purchased Ensign shares during the class period and suffered losses may be eligible to participate in the case, with the lead-plaintiff deadline set for December 7, 2026.
The Ensign Group benefits from demographic tailwinds and has delivered robust top- and bottom-line growth across its skilled nursing and senior living operations. ENSG expanded its operational footprint, increasing skilled nursing beds from 30,602 to 40,711 and facilities from 297 to 396 since 2023, driving higher occupancy and profitability. Standard Bearer, ENSG's REIT segment, delivers outsized profit contribution relative to revenue and remains a strategic focus for expansion.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $181.08 | $10.55B | 26.91 | 18.72% | 7.03% | 16.61% | 0.14% | |
| $208.85 | $3.26B | 29.08 | 16.94% | 7.24% | 10.35% | 1.18% | |
| $36.36 | $1.26B | 36.88 | 36.31% | 3.05% | 9.04% | — | |
| $124.31 | $2.32B | 20.79 | 23.21% | 7.39% | 9.81% | — | |
| $37.00 | $3.44B | -3.01 | 5.04% | -33.07% | -51.55% | — | |
| $195.50 | $11.83B | 7.91 | 9.71% | 7.96% | 19.27% | 0.41% |
The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) reported $5.67B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $5.06B in fiscal year 2025. That is 1581% more than the $300.9M of fiscal year 2005.
The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) grew revenue by 17.5% over the trailing twelve months, compared with the twelve months before.
Yes. The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) earned $399.1M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 7.0% net margin).
Yes. The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) pays a dividend that yields 0.14% at the current price, a small yield.
The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) had a return on equity (ROE) of 16.6% over the trailing twelve months. That is above the market's typical 10-15%.
The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) generated $509.9M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.
