COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEMS INC — Form 8-K
Filed October 28, 2026 · analyzed by the 8-K Agent
8-K
▼ Likely negative
significance 62/100
What the filing says
Community Health Systems reported Q3 2026 net loss of $86 million ($0.63/share diluted) vs. net income of $130 million ($0.96/share) in Q3 2025. Adjusted EBITDA fell to $280 million from $376 million (−25.5%). The company divested 10 hospitals through October 2026. Nine-month 2026 results: net loss of $74 million (−$0.55/share) vs. $399 million net income ($2.97/share) in 2025; Adjusted EBITDA $918 million vs. $1,131 million (−18.8%). Management cited unfavorable payor mix, higher specialist fees, and macro headwinds. 2026 full-year guidance narrowed: net loss per share $1.60–$1.70 (diluted); Adjusted EBITDA $1,225–$1,275 million.
Why this rating
Substantial earnings deterioration and 19% Adjusted EBITDA decline YTD material to $415M market-cap company; ongoing divestitures signal portfolio stress; guidance cut signals worsening outlook.
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