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Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc(AVAH)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
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$13.06
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AVAH

10/28/2026: AVAH (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc is a national provider of home-based nursing, medical supplies, and hospice care. The company has a leading position in the specialized pediatric nursing market, which provides a durable foundation for its business. Its primary growth opportunity lies in scaling higher-margin hospice services and transitioning toward value-based care agreements. However, the company faces significant risks from high debt levels, labor cost inflation, and heavy reliance on government reimbursement rates. The stock may best suit growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance who are looking for exposure to the long-term trend of home-based care, while monitoring debt reduction progress and staffing trends.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers growth potential in home care, but high debt levels and margin pressures moderate the growth case.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock has experienced significant volatility and is not currently exhibiting strong, consistent bullish momentum.
Value investorMixed fitThe company may appear attractively valued relative to its revenue, but debt obligations complicate the fundamental valuation.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend and has no near-term stated plans to initiate one.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh leverage and reliance on government reimbursement rates introduce risks inconsistent with a low-risk profile.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock's history since IPO shows significant swings, reflecting uncertainty in operational turnaround efforts.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing is sensitive to interest rate environments and the company's ability to service its debt.
Competition risk (labor and pricing)HighIntense competition for clinical staff drives up costs, which may not always be offset by government reimbursement increases.
Business qualityMediumWhile the clinical platform is well-regarded, operational execution and margins have been inconsistent.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no current dividend, providing no income component to total return.
Execution riskMedium / highManagement must successfully integrate past acquisitions while simultaneously de-leveraging the balance sheet.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -1.96%
Avg. Invested days 29
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AVAH receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AVAH has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+2159.1%) and solid revenue growth (+20.2%) are partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin 4.7%), soft profitability (net margin 9.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AVAH's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (4.7% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is AVAH's strongest growth driver at +2159.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+20.2%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+336.2%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 94.1% and approximately 47.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 5.64% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Bain Capital Investors LLC 37.38%
J.H. Whitney Equity Partners VII, LLC 12.40%
Nut Tree Capital Management, LP 5.92%
BlackRock Inc 3.39%
Ophir Asset Management Pty Ltd 2.34%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AVAH generates approximately $331 of gross profit, $109 of operating income, and $47 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and strong capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -110.41% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AVAH has a high-quality profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.77B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.08
1Y Target Price 15.05
Price to earnings Ratio 10.08
1Y Target Price 15.05
Volume (30-day avg) 2.7M shares
Beta 1.95
52 Weeks Range 5.93 - 14.71
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.93 - 14.71
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.26

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Private Duty NursingClinical nursing care provided to patients in their homes.This is the company's largest revenue generator, providing necessary care to medically fragile individuals.
Medical SolutionsDurable medical equipment, nutritional products, and home health supplies.This segment provides recurring revenue through the consistent need for medical supplies and nutrition.
Home Health & HospiceClinical and end-of-life care services.These services offer higher profit margins and are a key area for growth and expansion.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.08
Forward PE 13.72
Enterprise Value 4.29B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.07
Enterprise Value 4.29B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.07
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.65
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.1
Shares Outstanding 218.29M
Shares Floating 104.42M
Shares Outstanding 218.29M
Shares Floating 104.42M
Percent Insiders 5.64
Percent Institutions 94.14

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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