Community Health Systems, Inc.
CYHHealthcareNASDAQMedical Care Facilities
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Daily timeframeCommunity Health Systems, Inc. owns, leases, and operates general acute care hospitals in the United States. The $394.6M market capitalization puts CYH squarely in small-cap range for its industry. The company offers general acute care, emergency room, general and specialty surgery, critical care, internal medicine, obstetrics, diagnostic, psychiatric, and rehabilitation services, as well as skilled nursing and home care services.
Market Cap
$394.6M
Beta
1.89
P/E (TTM)
0.81
P/E (Fwd)
26.20
EPS (TTM)
$3.44
EPS (Fwd)
$0.11
ROE
—
ROA
4.7%
Cash
$712.0M
Total Debt
$10.76B
Free CF
$337.9M
52W Change
-27.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Community Health Systems, Inc. carries $10.76B in total debt against $712.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 15.1x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Annual free cash flow of $337.9M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. ROA of 4.7% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $12.21B (2022) to $12.48B (2025).
With a beta above 1.5, CYH tends to amplify broader market moves — both up and down. This higher volatility means larger price swings are common. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing CYH.