HCA Healthcare Stock Rises 0.54% Despite 212th Trading Volume Rank as Analysts Diverge and Insiders Offload $5.8M Stake

On August 15, 2025, HCA Healthcare (HCA) saw a 0.54% rise in its stock price, with a trading volume of $490 million, ranking 212th in market activity for the day. The company's shares opened at $390.35. Wells Fargo analyst Stephen Baxter maintained a "Sell" rating on HCA, setting a price target of $375.00, citing a historical average return of -6.2% and a 36.54% success rate in his sector coverage. This contrasts with the broader analyst consensus of a "Moderate Buy," which averages a $392.18 price target. HCA's one-year price range spans from $289.98 to $417.14, with an average daily trading volume of 1.47 million shares.

Recent insider activity has raised concerns, as 47 insiders increased share sales in the past quarter compared to earlier 2025. Notably, EVP & COO Jon Foster sold 15,698 shares in May 2025 for $5.8 million. This aligns with Baxter's bearish outlook but contrasts with the market's mixed sentiment. The stock's current price remains below its 52-week high, suggesting ongoing pressure from both institutional and insider selling.

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