HCA Healthcare Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates with EPS of $6.22, Revenue of $18.29 Billion, and Net Income of $1.44 Billion

HCA Healthcare reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, posting an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $6.22, surpassing analysts' expectations of $6.12. The company's revenue reached $18.29 billion, exceeding the forecast of $18.22 billion. HCA's net income for the quarter was $1.44 billion, with a 3.0% increase in admissions and a 2.8% rise in inpatient surgeries. The company also noted a $0.60 per share impact from hurricane disruptions. Looking ahead, HCA projected its 2025 revenue to be between $72.8 billion and $75.8 billion. Additionally, HCA's shares rose by 1.8% to $325.36 following the earnings announcement, and Wendy Warren has been appointed as the Chief Ethics Officer.