HCA Healthcare Stock Near Record Highs: December 2025 Earnings, Forecasts and Policy Risks Explained
HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA) is ending 2025 on a powerful note. After a year of double‑digit earnings growth and upgraded guidance, HCA stock is trading just above $500 per share, close to its 52‑week high of $520 and implying a market capitalization around $117 billion. MarketBeat On November 25, the stock touched an all‑time high of $515.85, and as of December 2 it was still near $503, more than 38% above its July 2024 peak of $363.05 — a rally powered by strong results from the company’s 191‑hospital network and an aggressive capital program. Becker’s Hospital Review This article rounds