HCA Healthcare Inc

HCA is in a Stage 2 – Advancing (Corrective Reset) within a long-term uptrend. A Momentum Breakout in early July confirms new demand overwhelming prior supply, supporting a Bullish medium-term bias and invalidating prior bearish posture. However, short-term execution conditions are Neutral as price consolidates around EMAs. We will Stalk for a pullback into the broken resistance zone (~386–390 area) and look for acceptance above EMAs before committing.

• ↑Q1 revenue up 4.3% YoY to $15.6B, led by state supplemental programs
• ↑Operating cash flow increased 22% YoY to $2B, highlighting efficiency
• ↓Leverage elevated, exposing HCA to higher interest costs as rates rise