This Healthcare Stock Plunges 31%. Why Its Legal Costs Are Set to Double.
It's the second time in a month that the psychiatric hospital operator has cut its earnings guidance.
Fiscal Year: January - December
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (ACHC), listed on the NASDAQ, has a market capitalization of $. As of Dec 07, 2025, the stock is trading at $15.47 per share, offering investors a clear view of its current market value. Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 13.12, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. also offers a dividend yield of N/A , making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (ACHC) may be undervalued compared to its intrinsic worth. However, to see the exact DCF fair value, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. is 0, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (ACHC) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Whether Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (ACHC) is a good stock to buy depends on various factors, including its financial health, market conditions, and your investment strategy. Our analysis indicates that the stock may be undervalued compared to its intrinsic value. However, it is important to assess the SS Score and review the company's fundamentals before making any investment decisions.
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Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $ and a competitive P/E ratio of 13.12. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
It's the second time in a month that the psychiatric hospital operator has cut its earnings guidance.
U.S. stock futures were higher this morning, with the Dow futures gaining around 0.1% on Wednesday.
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $ACHC--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (“Acadia” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced an update to its professional and general liability (“PLGL”) rese...
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. ( ACHC) UBS Global Healthcare Conference 2025 November 11, 2025 2:45 PM EST Company Participants Christopher Hunter - CEO & Director Todd Young - Chief Financial Offic...
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced that the Company will participate in a fireside chat at the UBS Global Healthcare Conference, November ...
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. ( ACHC) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 6, 2025 9:00 AM EST Company Participants Brian Farley - Executive VP, General Counsel & Secretary Christopher Hunter - CEO & Dir...
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. faces shrinking profits, reputational challenges, and operational headwinds, but remains the largest stand-alone behavioral healthcare provider in the U.S. ACHC's 2025 ...
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (“Acadia” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. Third Qua...
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced that it will release its third quarter 2025 results on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, after the close of ...
Acadia Healthcare said on Tuesday it has appointed Todd Young as chief financial officer, amid growing pressure from activist investors to improve performance and governance.
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) (“Acadia” or the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Todd Young as Chief Financial Officer, effective October...
Khrom Capital Management, one of the largest shareholders of Acadia Healthcare , has called on the company's board to launch a formal strategic review, including a potential sale, citing years of poor...
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Khrom Capital Management LLC (“Khrom Capital”), which together with its investment funds and affiliates, owns 5.5% of Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACHC) (“Acadia...
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACHC) Jefferies 2025 Healthcare Services Conference September 29, 2025 9:35 AM EDT Company Participants Christopher Hunter - CEO & Director Conference Call Par...
Activist investor Engine Capital is pressuring Acadia Healthcare ACHC to overhaul its board and rethink its growth strategy as the behavioral health provider grapples with federal investigations and s...
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today issued the following statement: Our Board of Directors and management team are steadfast in our commitment to enh...
Activist investor Engine Capital sent a letter to Acadia Healthcare's board on Wednesday asking the company to explore a potential asset sale and add new directors to its board.
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Engine Capital LP (together with its affiliates, “Engine” or “we”), which owns approximately 3% of the outstanding shares of Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) (...
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced that the Company will participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies 2025 Healthcare Services Conferen...
Bank of America (BofA) Securities downgraded Acadia Healthcare Inc ACHC, a behavioral health company that operates inpatient psych hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient clinics, as ...
GREENVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ECU Health Behavioral Health Hospital hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to celebrate the upcoming opening of a state-of-the-art, 144-bed hospital. The event mar...
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc.'s Q2 results showed revenue growth and profitability, but ongoing DOJ/SEC investigations and Medicaid headwinds continue to weigh on sentiment. Despite ACHC undervaluat...
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACHC) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call August 6, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Christopher Howal Hunter - CEO & Director Heather Dixon - Chief Financial...
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (“Acadia” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Second Quarte...
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced that it will release its second quarter 2025 results on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, after the close of the...
Below estimates were sourced from SimplyWallSt and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
| Year | FCF Estimate | % | # Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -256.10M | -54.32% | Est @-54.3% |
| 2026 | 48.49M | -118.93% | Analyst x2 |
| 2027 | 268.00M | 452.71% | Analyst x1 |
| 2028 | 453.65M | 69.27% | Est @69.3% |
| 2029 | 677.17M | 49.27% | Est @49.3% |
| 2030 | 901.09M | 33.07% | Est @33.1% |
| 2031 | 1,116.28M | 23.88% | Est @23.9% |
| 2032 | 1,311.09M | 17.45% | Est @17.5% |
| 2033 | 1,480.91M | 12.95% | Est @13.0% |
| 2034 | 1,616.30M | 9.14% | Est @9.1% |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
| Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023A | 38.21M | 1.00 | 38.21M |
| 2024A | -560.69M | 1.00 | -560.69M |
| 2025E | -256.10M | 1.08 | -236.75M |
| 2026E | 48.49M | 1.17 | 41.44M |
| 2027E | 268.00M | 1.27 | 211.73M |
| 2028E | 453.65M | 1.37 | 331.31M |
| 2029E | 677.17M | 1.48 | 457.19M |
| 2030E | 901.09M | 1.60 | 562.41M |
| 2031E | 1.12B | 1.73 | 644.07M |
| 2032E | 1.31B | 1.87 | 699.32M |
| 2033E | 1.48B | 2.03 | 730.21M |
| 2034E | 1.62B | 2.19 | 736.75M |
| Terminal | 29.20B | 2.19 | 13.31B |
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