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Pennant Group Inc(PNTG)
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PNTG
11/13/2026: PNTG (4-star) is a SELL. SELL for 5 days. Simulated Profits (-14.64%). Updated daily EoD!
The Pennant Group, Inc. is a healthcare services company focused on home health, hospice, and senior living. The company is known for its decentralized operating model, which integrates these services in local clusters to improve efficiency and care coordination. A primary investment story is the demographic-driven demand for aging-in-place solutions and the potential for steady expansion through targeted acquisitions. Investors should be aware of risks including federal reimbursement changes, intense competition for clinical staff, and geographic concentration. The stock may best suit growth-oriented investors who can tolerate the volatility associated with small-cap healthcare stocks, while key developments to monitor include labor cost trends and regulatory updates.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The company is expanding its service footprint in a demographic-driven sector. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is conditional on positive trends in regulatory outcomes and operational performance. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often tied to long-term growth prospects rather than current cash yield. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay dividends, focusing on reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Healthcare regulatory exposure and operational volatility create higher risk profiles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Small-cap healthcare stocks can see significant price swings based on earnings news. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market expectations for growth must be met to sustain current valuation multiples. |
| Competition risk (healthcare services) | High | Fragmented markets mean intense local competition for patients and staff. |
| Business quality | Medium | The model depends on consistent operational execution at the local agency level. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not rely on PNTG for regular income streams. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Successful integration of acquired agencies is crucial for scaling the business. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.26B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 35.55 | 1Y Target Price 48 |
Price to earnings Ratio 35.55 | 1Y Target Price 48 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 415.4K shares | Beta 1.3 | 52 Weeks Range 24.92 - 44.24 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 24.92 - 44.24 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.01 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Healthcare
Bullish- Sentiment
- Strong Bullish
- Momentum
- Momentum Steady
- BUY participation
- 62.6%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 72 / 115
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +35
- Market state
- Strong Bullish
The number of qualifying BUY stocks has remained relatively stable.
Industry
Medical Care Facilities
- BUY participation
- 88.9%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 8 / 9
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +6
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 89.36% | Avg. Invested days 56 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Hospice | Medicare and private insurance billings for clinical and palliative care services. | Revenue comes from providing essential, reimbursed healthcare services to patients in their homes. |
| Senior Living | Monthly service fees for residential care and assisted living facility residents. | Revenue is generated from private pay and insurance-backed housing and support services for seniors. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-04 | When After Market | Estimate 0.28 | Actual 0.28 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.05% | Operating Margin (TTM) 6.11% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.18% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 35.55 | Forward PE 23.31 | Enterprise Value 1.76B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.07 |
Enterprise Value 1.76B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.07 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.5 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.37 | Shares Outstanding 35.13M | Shares Floating 33.40M |
Shares Outstanding 35.13M | Shares Floating 33.40M | ||
Percent Insiders 5.06 | Percent Institutions 95.73 |
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.
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