Retirement Stock Portfolio: 10 Healthcare Stocks to Buy

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6. HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 66    

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA) provides healthcare services in the United States. This company presents an exceptional investment opportunity for several reasons. The company’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders is witnessed in the report for the fourth quarter of 2024. The company has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.72 per share, which will be distributed to shareholders who own the company’s common stock as of March 17, 2025. Notably, the company has had 2 consecutive years of dividend growth, matching the sector median. Moreover, the company’s ongoing construction projects and upgrades, like opening a freestanding emergency room and launching intraoperative radiation therapy, show the company’s long-term planning that may hold investment potential. Additionally, the company is also planning a 20-bed expansion in behavioral health and a neuro-interventional suite set to open in spring 2025.

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