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Community Health Systems Inc (CYH)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: CYH (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $3.64
1 Year Target Price $3.64
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -61.81% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 382.52M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.64 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.64 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 1.87 | 52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 6.29 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 6.29 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.47 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-22 | When Before Market | Estimate -0.0841 | Actual -0.05 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -1.52% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.71% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.92% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 26.53 | Enterprise Value 11421129951 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03 |
Enterprise Value 11421129951 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.9 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.74 | Shares Outstanding 140119008 | Shares Floating 95677798 |
Shares Outstanding 140119008 | Shares Floating 95677798 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.13 | Percent Institutions 80.54 |
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. CHS has faced financial challenges and debt restructuring in recent years.
Core Business Areas
- Hospital Operations: Operates general acute care hospitals and affiliated outpatient centers, providing a range of medical and surgical services.
- Healthcare Services: Offers ancillary services such as home health, urgent care, and ambulatory surgery centers.
Leadership and Structure
Tim Hingtgen is the CEO. The organizational structure includes regional and hospital-level management, overseen by a corporate board of directors.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Inpatient Hospital Services: Provides a wide range of inpatient services, including surgery, cardiology, oncology, and general medical care. No reliable specific revenue data is available. Competitors include HCA Healthcare, Tenet Healthcare, and Universal Health Services.
- Market Share (%): 10
- Market Share (%): 5
- Outpatient Services: Offers outpatient services such as diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, and same-day surgery. No reliable specific revenue data is available. Competitors include HCA Healthcare, Tenet Healthcare, and Universal Health Services.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The hospital industry is characterized by high regulation, increasing consolidation, and evolving payment models (e.g., value-based care). Demand is driven by an aging population and chronic disease prevalence.
Positioning
CHS is a major player but faces significant financial headwinds. Its competitive advantage lies in its geographic presence, though its debt burden is a disadvantage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US hospital market is valued at over $1.2 Trillion. CHS is positioned with about 1% of the TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive hospital network
- Established brand recognition
- Wide range of services
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Geographic concentration in certain markets
- Operational inefficiencies
Opportunities
- Expansion of outpatient services
- Adoption of value-based care models
- Strategic partnerships with payers
Threats
- Increased competition
- Changes in government regulations
- Rising labor costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HCA
- THC
- UHS
Competitive Landscape
CHS lags behind competitors like HCA Healthcare in terms of financial strength and profitability. However, it maintains a significant presence in certain markets and offers a comprehensive range of services.
Major Acquisitions
Merit Health River Region
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
- Strategic Rationale: No financial details available. The company often divests hospitals as part of debt reduction strategies.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been limited due to asset sales and restructuring efforts.
Future Projections: Analysts project modest revenue growth, but profitability remains uncertain.
Recent Initiatives: CHS has focused on divesting non-core assets, reducing debt, and improving operational efficiency.
Summary
Community Health Systems faces significant challenges due to its high debt burden and inconsistent profitability. While its extensive hospital network and range of services are strengths, it must improve operational efficiency and reduce debt to compete effectively. The company is working towards these goals through asset divestitures and strategic initiatives, but the path ahead remains uncertain. Watch rising rates and reimbursement policies.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q), Yahoo Finance, MarketWatch, Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data is estimated and may vary.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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 founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
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