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Community Healthcare Trust Inc(CHCT)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CHCT
09/23/2026: CHCT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Community Healthcare Trust Inc is a publicly traded REIT that specializes in acquiring and leasing medical facilities in secondary and non-urban markets. The company's primary strength lies in its portfolio of mission-critical healthcare assets and its use of triple-net leases, which help stabilize cash flow. Its core investment story revolves around serving the healthcare sector's need for capital in underserved areas. However, investors must consider the risks posed by interest rate sensitivity and the company's reliance on debt financing. It may best suit dividend-focused investors seeking consistent income, and those monitoring should watch for interest rate developments and acquisition trends.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | CHCT is a REIT focused on income generation rather than aggressive capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | This is a stable income-oriented stock, not typically characterized by high momentum breakouts. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | REITs are often evaluated on FFO multiples, potentially offering value if market sentiment undervalues their underlying real estate. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company's business model is designed specifically to provide consistent and growing dividend income. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While healthcare is defensive, the reliance on debt and interest rate sensitivity adds moderate volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | As a publicly traded REIT, shares are subject to market sentiment and interest rate changes. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Changes in interest rates can compress or expand yield requirements for REITs. |
| Competition risk (healthcare real estate) | Medium | Competition from larger, better-capitalized REITs can limit acquisition opportunities. |
| Business quality | Medium / high | The company maintains a high-quality portfolio of mission-critical healthcare real estate. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are dependent on sustainable FFO and rental income growth. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on the ability to source and integrate new properties profitably. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -22.15% | Avg. Invested days 45 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/23/2026 |
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Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 412.29M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 21.54 | 1Y Target Price 17.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 21.54 | 1Y Target Price 17.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 369.6K shares | Beta 0.66 | 52 Weeks Range 11.84 - 18.74 | Updated Date 09/23/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 11.84 - 18.74 | Updated Date 09/23/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 12.26% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.67 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Real Estate Leasing | Rental income from physician offices, surgery centers, and hospitals. | The company earns money by collecting rent from healthcare providers who use its buildings. |
| Property Financing | Interest and fees from providing capital to healthcare operators. | The company also acts as a financier to help medical groups manage their real estate needs. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 21.54 | Forward PE 37.31 | Enterprise Value 972.67M | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.31 |
Enterprise Value 972.67M | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.31 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.8 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.35 | Shares Outstanding 28.57M | Shares Floating 25.22M |
Shares Outstanding 28.57M | Shares Floating 25.22M | ||
Percent Insiders 6.42 | Percent Institutions 82.01 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Community Healthcare Trust Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Franklin, TN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2015-05-21 | CEO, President & Director Mr. David H. Dupuy | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Healthcare Facilities | Full time employees 35 | Website https://www.chct.reit |
Full time employees 35 | Website https://www.chct.reit | ||
Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated is a real estate investment trust that focuses on owning income-producing real estate properties associated primarily with the delivery of outpatient healthcare services in our target sub-markets throughout the United States. As of June 30, 2026, the Company had investments of approximately 1.2 billion dollars in 197 real estate properties (including one property with sales-type leases). The properties are in 36 states, totaling approximately 4.5 million square feet in the aggregate. Community Healthcare Trust was established on march 28, 2014 and is based in Franklin, United States.
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