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HCA Holdings (HCA) Worth Watching: Stock Up 5.8%

Zacks Equity Research

HCA Holdings, Inc. (HCA) was a big mover last session with its shares rising nearly 6% on the day. The move came on solid volume too with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This breaks the recent trend of the company as the stock is now trading way above the past one month’s volatile price range of $48.21 to $52.50.

This healthcare and hospital services company has witnessed 2 positive estimate revisions over the last 30 days. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has also moved higher over the same period. This implies solid trading potential for the company. So make sure to keep an eye on this stock going forward to see if Friday’s rally can turn into more strength down the road.

HCA Holdings currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) while its Earnings ESP is negative.

Investors interested in the broader healthcare sector may also consider stocks like Natus Medical Inc. (BABY), Allergan Inc. (AGN) and Affymetrix Inc. (AFFX). All three stocks bear the same Zacks Rank as HCA Holdings.

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