National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) Earnings History
Elite Compounder35 years of earnings data (1991–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $124M, reflecting +17.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $7.84 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 7.9%.
Looking at the long-term picture, NHC's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +23.0%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $139M in fiscal 2021.
National HealthCare Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 67.8%, operating margin of 9.5%, and net margin of 7.9%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including EHC ($609M net income, 9.5% margin), PNTG ($30M net income, 3.1% margin), ADUS ($100M net income, 6.7% margin), NHC has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare NHC vs EHC →
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NHC Historical Earnings Data (1991–2025)
35 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $120M | +17.7% | $143M | $7.67 | 7.9% | 9.5% |
| 2024 | $102M | +52.6% | $86M | $6.53 | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| 2023 | $67M | +197.6% | $57M | $4.34 | 5.9% | 5.0% |
| 2022 | $22M | -83.8% | $32M | $1.45 | 2.1% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | $139M | +231.0% | $51M | $8.99 | 13.7% | 5.0% |
| 2020 | $42M | -38.6% | $48M | $2.72 | 4.3% | 4.9% |
| 2019 | $68M | +15.7% | $49M | $4.44 | 6.8% | 4.9% |
| 2018 | $59M | +4.9% | $56M | $3.87 | 6.0% | 5.7% |
| 2017 | $56M | +11.2% | $54M | $3.69 | 5.8% | 5.6% |
| 2016 | $51M | -4.9% | $61M | $3.32 | 5.5% | 6.6% |
| 2015 | $53M | -0.4% | $67M | $3.20 | 5.9% | 7.4% |
| 2014 | $53M | -17.4% | $68M | $3.14 | 6.1% | 7.8% |
| 2013 | $65M | +9.0% | $72M | $3.87 | 8.2% | 9.1% |
| 2012 | $59M | -8.8% | $68M | $3.57 | 7.8% | 9.0% |
| 2011 | $65M | +23.3% | $79M | $3.96 | 8.4% | 10.2% |
| 2010 | $53M | +31.6% | $58M | $3.22 | 7.3% | 8.0% |
| 2009 | $40M | +10.1% | $51M | $2.31 | 6.0% | 7.6% |
| 2008 | $36M | -20.0% | $38M | $2.11 | 5.7% | 5.9% |
| 2007 | $45M | +23.7% | $39M | $3.36 | 7.6% | 6.5% |
| 2006 | $37M | +28.3% | $48M | $2.85 | 6.5% | 8.5% |
| 2005 | $29M | +19.5% | $49M | $0.24 | 5.3% | 9.1% |
| 2004 | $24M | +20.1% | $41M | $1.95 | 4.6% | 7.9% |
| 2003 | $20M | +21.4% | $35M | $1.65 | 4.2% | 7.5% |
| 2002 | $16M | +24.5% | $39M | $1.37 | 3.6% | 8.5% |
| 2001 | $13M | +29.2% | $27M | $1.13 | 3.1% | 6.5% |
| 2000 | $10M | +21.9% | $24M | $0.89 | 2.2% | 5.2% |
| 1999 | $8M | +231.0% | $19M | $0.73 | 1.9% | 4.4% |
| 1998 | -$6M | -117.3% | $22M | $-0.58 | -1.5% | 5.1% |
| 1997 | $37M | +26.3% | $50M | $3.58 | 8.0% | 10.8% |
| 1996 | $29M | +38.9% | $40M | $2.97 | 7.6% | 10.4% |
| 1995 | $21M | +32.7% | $38M | $2.32 | 6.0% | 10.9% |
| 1994 | $16M | -57.7% | $29M | $1.80 | 5.3% | 9.6% |
| 1993 | $38M | +295.8% | $49M | $4.05 | 13.9% | 18.2% |
| 1992 | $10M | -46.3% | $22M | $1.23 | 4.4% | 10.2% |
| 1991 | $18M | - | $31M | $2.45 | 9.6% | 16.7% |
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NHC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NHC stock.
What is NHC earnings per share (EPS)?
NHC trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $7.84, reflecting +17.5% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +23.0%. Complete EPS history from 1991 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is National HealthCare Corporation's net income?
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) trailing twelve-month net income is $124M as of 2025. Earnings grew +17.5% year-over-year. National HealthCare Corporation has been profitable for 27 consecutive years.
Is NHC profitable?
Yes, NHC is profitable with a TTM net income of $124M and a net profit margin of +7.9%. National HealthCare Corporation has generated profits for 27 consecutive years.
What is NHC's earnings growth rate?
NHC compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +17.5%, 3-Year: +74.2%, 5-Year: +23.0%, 10-Year: +9.1%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1991 to 2025.
What are NHC's profit margins?
National HealthCare Corporation net profit margin is +7.9%, operating margin is +9.5%, and gross margin is +67.8%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +11.7%.
Is NHC growing earnings?
Yes, NHC earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +17.5% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +23.0%. TTM net income reached $124M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was NHC's best earnings year?
National HealthCare Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $139M, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1991 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were NHC's earnings last quarter?
NHC's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $36M with diluted EPS of $2.27. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.