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Community Health Systems Inc (CYH)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
03/03/2025: CYH (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 15.53% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 343.74M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.16 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.16 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3007583 | Beta 1.73 | 52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 6.29 | Updated Date 04/7/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 6.29 | Updated Date 04/7/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -3.9 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -4.08% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.73% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.7% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 26.53 | Enterprise Value 12408742163 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03 |
Enterprise Value 12408742163 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.98 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.64 | Shares Outstanding 140303008 | Shares Floating 110447817 |
Shares Outstanding 140303008 | Shares Floating 110447817 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.21 | Percent Institutions 83.15 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.25 | Target Price 4.69 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 2 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 2 | ||
Hold 3 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell 1 | |
Strong Sell 1 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Community Health Systems Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Community Health Systems (CHS) was founded in 1986. It grew through acquisitions, becoming one of the largest for-profit hospital operators in the U.S. It has faced challenges related to debt and operational performance.
Core Business Areas
- Hospital Operations: CHS owns and operates general acute care hospitals and affiliated outpatient centers. These facilities provide a range of inpatient and outpatient medical services.
- Healthcare Services: The company provides a variety of healthcare services, including emergency services, surgical services, diagnostic services, and other medical treatments.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team is headed by Tim Hingtgen as CEO. The company is structured with regional and hospital-level management overseeing operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Inpatient Services: General medical and surgical services, maternity care, and intensive care. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint specifically due to variability within local markets, but CHS competes with HCA Healthcare, Tenet Healthcare, and nonprofit hospital systems. Revenue is spread across many hospitals.
- Outpatient Services: Ambulatory surgery centers, diagnostic imaging centers, and other outpatient facilities. The competition for outpatient services is with large hospital operators, as well as specialized outpatient companies like UnitedHealth's Optum and CVS Health. Revenue is spread across many hospitals.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The healthcare industry is characterized by increasing costs, regulatory changes (e.g., Affordable Care Act), an aging population, and technological advancements. Consolidation within the industry is ongoing.
Positioning
CHS is positioned as a large for-profit hospital operator, focusing on providing healthcare services in a variety of markets, often smaller or more rural communities. Its competitive advantage is its scale and established presence.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US hospital market is estimated to be in excess of $1 trillion annually. CHS captures a relatively small portion of this TAM. Consolidation trends provide opportunity for growth.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large network of hospitals
- Established presence in various markets
- Experience in managing hospital operations
- Economies of scale in purchasing and administration
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Inconsistent profitability
- Exposure to reimbursement pressures
- Operational challenges in some markets
Opportunities
- Acquisitions of smaller hospitals or hospital systems
- Expansion of outpatient services
- Growth in telehealth and other technology-driven healthcare solutions
- Improving operational efficiency and cost management
Threats
- Changes in healthcare regulations and reimbursement rates
- Increased competition from other hospital operators
- Rising labor costs
- Economic downturns impacting patient volumes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HCA
- THC
- UHS
Competitive Landscape
CHS faces intense competition from other for-profit and nonprofit hospital systems. Its high debt levels can be a disadvantage compared to some competitors with stronger balance sheets.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth data to be updated.
Future Projections: Future projections data to be updated.
Recent Initiatives: Recent Initiatives data to be updated.
Summary
Community Health Systems faces significant challenges due to its high debt load and the competitive landscape of the healthcare industry. While its large network provides a platform for growth, it must improve operational efficiency and adapt to evolving reimbursement models. Recent strategic initiatives and the acquisition environment require close monitoring. Success hinges on effective cost management and strategic capital allocation.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC filings, Company website, Market research reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a financial professional.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Community Health Systems Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Franklin, TN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1991-03-07 | CEO & Director Mr. Tim L. Hingtgen | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Medical Care Facilities | Full time employees 45000 | Website https://www.chs.net |
Full time employees 45000 | Website https://www.chs.net |
Community Health Systems, Inc. owns, leases, and operates general acute care hospitals in the United States. The company offers general acute care, emergency room, general and specialty surgery, critical care, internal medicine, obstetrics, diagnostic, psychiatric, and rehabilitation services, as well as skilled nursing and home care services. It also provides outpatient services at primary care practices, urgent care centers, free-standing emergency departments, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging and diagnostic centers, and direct-to-consumer virtual health visits. The company was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
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