HealthStream, Inc.
HSTMHealthcareNASDAQHealth Information Services · Last scanned Jul 18, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the healthcare sector, HealthStream, Inc. (HSTM) is listed under Health Information Services. The company carries a $832.0M market cap, placing it firmly in the small-cap category. The company offers hStream, a technology platform; CredentialStream, provides healthcare organizations with tools to support the provider lifecycle management from recruiting, application submission, verification of licensure and other credentials, privileging, appointments by credentialing committees, enrollment, network, management, onboarding, and performance evaluations of providers; ShiftWizard; and Competency Suite, AI/ML-driven clinical competency development system.
Market Cap
$832.0M
Beta
0.45
P/E (TTM)
43.15
P/E (Fwd)
32.92
EPS (TTM)
$0.66
EPS (Fwd)
$0.86
ROE
5.6%
ROA
2.8%
Cash
$66.5M
Total Debt
$14.1M
Free CF
$49.8M
52W Change
8.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
HealthStream, Inc. holds $66.5M in cash against $14.1M in total debt, giving it a net cash position. This means the company could theoretically pay off all its debt and still have cash remaining. Annual free cash flow of $49.8M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. Return on equity stands at 5.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $266.8M to $304.1M.
HSTM's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing HSTM.