The Ensign Group Company Profile (NASDAQ:ENSG)

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

The Ensign Group declared a quarterly dividend on Thursday, June 15th. Shareholders of record on Friday, June 30th will be given a dividend of $0.0425 per share on Monday, July 31st. This represents a $0.17 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.75%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, June 28th. View The Ensign Group's Dividend History.

The Ensign Group shares split on the morning of 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 closing bell on Wednesday, December 23rd 2015. An investor that had 100 shares of The Ensign Group stock prior to the split would have 200 shares after the split.

The Ensign Group announced that its board has initiated a stock buyback program on Wednesday, April 12th 2017, which allows the company to buyback $30,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization allows the company to repurchase up to 3% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback programs are often an indication that the company's board of directors believes its shares are undervalued.

The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENSG) announced its earnings results on Monday, May, 1st. The company reported $0.34 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.33 by $0.01. The firm had revenue of $441.74 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $435.72 million. The Ensign Group had a return on equity of 13.51% and a net margin of 2.55%. View The Ensign Group's Earnings History.

The Ensign Group is scheduled to release their next quarterly earnings announcement on Monday, July, 31st 2017. View Earnings Estimates for The Ensign Group.

6 analysts have issued 1-year target prices for The Ensign Group's shares. Their predictions range from $18.00 to $26.00. On average, they anticipate The Ensign Group's stock price to reach $22.50 in the next year. View Analyst Ratings for The Ensign Group.

Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about The Ensign Group stock:

• 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "The Ensign Group is exposed to headwinds like rising expenses, heavy debt burden and regulatory uncertainty. Stringent regulations faced by the non-U.S operations of the company also raise concerns. Well reflective of these headwinds, the shares of Ensign Group has lost 1.3% year to date, compared to the 3.8% gain witnessed by the Zacks categorized Nursing Homes industry. Nevertheless, the company operates in the booming post-acute care industry that holds untapped opportunities. In addition, the company’s consistently rising revenues on the back of robust inorganic growth is impressive. " (7/4/2017)
• 2. Cantor Fitzgerald analysts commented, "Updated Outlook. Our full year 2016 adjusted EPS estimate moves to $1.35 (from $1.40) roughly in line with Bloomberg consensus and management guidance of $1.35-1.42. Our quarterly 2017 estimates move slightly but we are maintaining our full year adjusted EPS estimate of $1.65, two cents above Bloomberg consensus of $1.63. We are introducing a 2018 estimate of $1.80, which compares to current Bloomberg consensus of $1.75. Future operational upside. While 3Q16 saw 196 bp decline in same- store occupancy, it was mostly contained to a few particular geographies, predominantly Texas with select locations in Washington and Utah. This softness was partially offset by 126 bp increase in managed care days. Additionally, skilled days increased 750 bps and assisted living patient days increased 67 bps." (12/15/2016)

Some companies that are related to The Ensign Group include Premier (PINC), AMN Healthcare Services (AMN), Healthways (TVTY), Spire Healthcare Group PLC (SPI), Surgery Partners (SGRY), U.S. Physical Therapy (USPH), BioScrip (BIOS), AAC Holdings (AAC), Quorum Health Corporation (QHC), Envision Healthcare Corp (AMSG) and Mediclinic International PLC (ANH).

The Ensign Group's management team includes the folowing people:

• Roy E. Christensen, Chairman of the Board, Co-Founder
• Christopher R. Christensen, President, Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder, Director
• Suzanne D. Snapper, Chief Financial Officer
• Chad A. Keetch, Executive Vice President, Secretary
• Beverly B. Wittekind, Vice President, General Counsel
• Barry R. Port, Chief Operating Officer - Ensign Services, Inc
• Lee A. Daniels, Independent Director
• Antoinette T. Hubenette M.D., Independent Director
• John G. Nackel Ph.D., Independent Director
• Daren J. Shaw, Independent Director

The Ensign Group's stock is owned by a variety of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Copeland Capital Management LLC (2.10%), BTIM Corp. (0.97%), Bank of Montreal Can (0.85%), Legato Capital Management LLC (0.14%), Reilly Financial Advisors LLC (0.09%) and Capital Impact Advisors LLC (0.08%). Company insiders that own The Ensign Group stock include Antoinette T Hubenette, Barry Port, Beverly B Wittekind, Chad Keetch, Christopher R Christensen, John G Nackel, Lee A Daniels, Roy E Christensen and Suzanne D Snapper. View Institutional Ownership Trends for The Ensign Group.

The Ensign Group's stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including BTIM Corp., Capital Impact Advisors LLC, Bank of The West, Capstone Asset Management Co. and Louisiana State Employees Retirement System. Company insiders that have sold The Ensign Group stock in the last year include Barry Port, Beverly B Wittekind, Chad Keetch, Christopher R Christensen and Suzanne D Snapper. View Insider Buying and Selling for The Ensign Group.

The Ensign Group's stock was bought by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Copeland Capital Management LLC, Legato Capital Management LLC, Creative Planning, State of Alaska Department of Revenue, Reilly Financial Advisors LLC, Aperio Group LLC and Bank of Montreal Can. View Insider Buying and Selling for The Ensign Group.

Shares of The Ensign Group can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.

One share of The Ensign Group stock can currently be purchased for approximately $22.70.