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PACS Group, Inc.(PACS)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 18 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+2.14% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$48.77
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PACS

11/09/2026: PACS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

PACS Group, Inc. is a growing operator of post-acute care and skilled nursing facilities, utilizing a decentralized model that prioritizes local management autonomy. The company's main strength lies in its proven ability to acquire and improve the operational performance of skilled nursing facilities, capturing value through improved clinical outcomes. Its primary growth story is built on consolidating a highly fragmented industry. However, investors must monitor significant risks, including reliance on government reimbursement programs and the challenges of managing labor-intensive operations. The stock may best suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to the senior care sector, with the understanding that regulatory changes and integration execution remain critical developments to watch.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company is in an active expansion phase with a clear strategy to scale via acquisitions.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum potential exists given the recent IPO and growth trajectory, conditional on positive technical trends.
Value investorWeak fitCurrent valuation reflects growth expectations rather than traditional value metrics.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend and prioritizes capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHealthcare regulatory risks and high leverage make this less suitable for conservative portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighAs a relatively recent IPO, the stock may experience significant price swings based on sentiment.
Valuation riskMedium / highGrowth expectations are priced in, leaving little room for earnings disappointments.
Competition risk (nursing and facility consolidation)MediumThe sector is fragmented, making it difficult to maintain pricing power against large incumbents.
Business qualityMediumSuccess relies heavily on facility-level management and consistent clinical performance.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo income is provided to shareholders.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessful integration of newly acquired facilities is vital for long-term margin improvement.

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 -19.97%
Avg. Invested days 33
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
PACS 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

★★★★★
PACS has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+243.5%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 5.6%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 3.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
PACS's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (5.6% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is PACS's strongest growth driver at +1604.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+29.3%, solid) and earnings growth (+243.5%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 32.1% and approximately 31.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 68.19% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Cohen & Steers Inc 5.26%
FMR Inc 3.91%
BlackRock Inc 2.62%
Crewe Advisors LLC 2.08%
American Century Companies Inc 1.96%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
PACS generates approximately $219 of gross profit, $59 of operating income, and $56 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with solid cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 32.69%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
PACS has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.87B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 28.18
1Y Target Price 61.33
Price to earnings Ratio 28.18
1Y Target Price 61.33
Volume (30-day avg) 892.7K shares
Beta -0.14
52 Weeks Range 10.31 - 51.68
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 10.31 - 51.68
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.76

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Skilled NursingReimbursement from Medicare and Medicaid for patient care.The primary source of revenue comes from providing daily clinical care in nursing homes.
Ancillary ServicesTherapy services and specialized health support.Additional revenue is generated by providing health services within their own facilities.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-03
When After Market
Estimate 0.56
Actual 0.63

Profitability

Profit Margin 4.87%
Operating Margin (TTM) 6.65%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.59%
Return on Equity (TTM) 26.5%

Valuation

Trailing PE 28.18
Forward PE 18.76
Enterprise Value 11.16B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38
Enterprise Value 11.16B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.96
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 22.44
Shares Outstanding 158.72M
Shares Floating 50.09M
Shares Outstanding 158.72M
Shares Floating 50.09M
Percent Insiders 68.19
Percent Institutions 32.12

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)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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