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NASDAQ:ENSG

The Ensign Group (ENSG) Stock Forecast, Price & News

$88.47
-0.14 (-0.16%)
(As of 06/1/2023 ET)
Compare
Today's Range
$87.14
$89.18
50-Day Range
$88.05
$101.89
52-Week Range
$70.29
$102.26
Volume
216,159 shs
Average Volume
283,050 shs
Market Capitalization
$4.95 billion
P/E Ratio
21.53
Dividend Yield
0.26%
Price Target
$107.80

The Ensign Group MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.80 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
21.8% Upside
$107.80 Price Target
Short Interest
Bearish
5.93% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-0.84
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.91mentions of The Ensign Group in the last 14 days
Based on 14 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$11.14 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
8.97%
From $4.35 to $4.74 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.56 out of 5 stars

Medical Sector

245th out of 1,980 stocks

Skilled Nursing Care Facilities Industry

1st out of 2 stocks


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About The Ensign Group (NASDAQ:ENSG) Stock

The Ensign Group, Inc. engages in providing skilled nursing, senior living, and rehabilitative care services. It operates through the Skilled Services and Standard Bearer segments. The Skilled Services segments includes the operation of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation therapy services. The Standard Bearer segment refers to the leasing to skilled nursing and senior living operations. The company was founded by Roy E. Christensen, Christopher R. Christensen, and Gregory K. Stapley in 1999 and is headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, CA.

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ENSG Stock News Headlines

Graphite Shortage Could Derail the $7 Trillion EV Transition
Graphite (not lithium) is expected to see the largest increase in demand of all battery metals over the next decade. But projections warn of an 8 million ton shortfall of graphite by 2040. That's why 97 more graphite mines are needed just to keep up with battery production for the $7 trillion transition to electric vehicles.
Graphite Shortage Could Derail the $7 Trillion EV Transition
Graphite (not lithium) is expected to see the largest increase in demand of all battery metals over the next decade. But projections warn of an 8 million ton shortfall of graphite by 2040. That's why 97 more graphite mines are needed just to keep up with battery production for the $7 trillion transition to electric vehicles.
The Latest Analyst Ratings for Ensign Group
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ENSG Price History

ENSG Company Calendar

Last Earnings
2/03/2023
Ex-Dividend for 4/28 Dividend
3/30/2023
Dividend Payable
4/28/2023
Today
6/01/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
8/07/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Skilled nursing care facilities
Sub-Industry
Health Care Facilities
Sector
Medical
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:ENSG
CUSIP
29358P10
Employees
29,900
Year Founded
1999

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast
$107.80
High Stock Price Forecast
$115.00
Low Stock Price Forecast
$101.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside
+21.7%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.80
Research Coverage
5 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$224.68 million
Pretax Margin
9.42%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$3.03 billion
Cash Flow
$5.22 per share
Book Value
$23.57 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
53,522,000
Market Cap
$4.96 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.02

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Key Executives

  • Barry R. PortBarry R. Port
    Chief Executive Officer & Director
  • Spencer W. BurtonSpencer W. Burton
    President & Chief Operating Officer
  • Suzanne D. SnapperSuzanne D. Snapper
    Chief Financial Officer, Director & Executive VP
  • Beverly B. WittekindBeverly B. Wittekind
    Executive Vice President & General Counsel
  • Chad A. KeetchChad A. Keetch
    Secretary, Chief Investment Officer & Executive VP













ENSG Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell The Ensign Group stock right now?

5 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for The Ensign Group in the last year. There are currently 1 hold rating and 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "buy" ENSG shares.
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What is The Ensign Group's stock price forecast for 2023?

5 analysts have issued 1 year price targets for The Ensign Group's stock. Their ENSG share price forecasts range from $101.00 to $115.00. On average, they predict the company's share price to reach $107.80 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 21.7% from the stock's current price.
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How have ENSG shares performed in 2023?

The Ensign Group's stock was trading at $94.61 at the start of the year. Since then, ENSG shares have decreased by 6.3% and is now trading at $88.61.
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When is The Ensign Group's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Monday, August 7th 2023.
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How were The Ensign Group's earnings last quarter?

The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENSG) issued its earnings results on Friday, February, 3rd. The company reported $1.10 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.02 by $0.08. The company earned $809.53 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $802.31 million. The Ensign Group had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 18.96% and a net margin of 7.32%. The firm's revenue was up 16.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $0.90 earnings per share.

How often does The Ensign Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for The Ensign Group?

The Ensign Group declared a quarterly dividend on Friday, March 17th. Stockholders of record on Friday, March 31st will be paid a dividend of $0.058 per share on Friday, April 28th. This represents a $0.23 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.26%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, March 30th.
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Is The Ensign Group a good dividend stock?

The Ensign Group (NASDAQ:ENSG) pays an annual dividend of $0.23 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.26%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 15 consecutive years, indicating the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 5.60%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, ENSG will have a dividend payout ratio of 4.85% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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When did The Ensign Group's stock split?

The Ensign Group's stock split on Thursday, December 24th 2015. The 2-1 split was announced on Wednesday, December 9th 2015. The newly minted shares were issued to shareholders after the market closes on Wednesday, December 23rd 2015. An investor that had 100 shares of stock prior to the split would have 200 shares after the split.

What guidance has The Ensign Group issued on next quarter's earnings?

The Ensign Group updated its FY 2023 earnings guidance on Thursday, April, 27th. The company provided EPS guidance of $4.64-$4.77 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of $4.69. The company issued revenue guidance of $3.68 billion-$3.73 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $3.59 billion.

What is Christopher R. Christensen's approval rating as The Ensign Group's CEO?

17 employees have rated The Ensign Group Chief Executive Officer Christopher R. Christensen on Glassdoor.com. Christopher R. Christensen has an approval rating of 67% among the company's employees. 24.0% of employees surveyed would recommend working at The Ensign Group to a friend.

What other stocks do shareholders of The Ensign Group own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other The Ensign Group investors own include Alibaba Group (BABA), Innovative Industrial Properties (IIPR), Gilead Sciences (GILD), Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Micron Technology (MU), Pfizer (PFE), AbbVie (ABBV), QUALCOMM (QCOM) and Applied Materials (AMAT).

What is The Ensign Group's stock symbol?

The Ensign Group trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "ENSG."

Who are The Ensign Group's major shareholders?

The Ensign Group's stock is owned by a variety of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include BlackRock Inc. (16.53%), Wasatch Advisors LP (9.45%), State Street Corp (3.38%), Riverbridge Partners LLC (2.52%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (2.31%) and Geode Capital Management LLC (1.90%). Insiders that own company stock include Ann Scott Blouin, Barry Port, Beverly B Wittekind, Chad Keetch, Christopher R Christensen, Daren Shaw, Lee A Daniels, Spencer Burton and Suzanne D Snapper.
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How do I buy shares of The Ensign Group?

Shares of ENSG stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is The Ensign Group's stock price today?

One share of ENSG stock can currently be purchased for approximately $88.61.

How much money does The Ensign Group make?

The Ensign Group (NASDAQ:ENSG) has a market capitalization of $4.96 billion and generates $3.03 billion in revenue each year. The company earns $224.68 million in net income (profit) each year or $4.11 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does The Ensign Group have?

The company employs 29,900 workers across the globe.

How can I contact The Ensign Group?

The Ensign Group's mailing address is 29222 RANCHO VIEJO RD. SUITE 127, SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CA, 92675. The official website for the company is www.ensigngroup.net. The company can be reached via phone at (949) 487-9500, via email at ir@ensigngroup.net, or via fax at 949-540-3007.

This page (NASDAQ:ENSG) was last updated on 6/1/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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