Chemed Corp (CHE)

Currency in USD
407.88
-4.28(-1.04%)
Closed·
407.880.00(0.00%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
402.78412.14
52 wk Range
385.00623.61
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
412.16
Open
409.57
Day's Range
402.78-412.14
52 wk Range
385-623.61
Volume
291.53K
Average Volume (3m)
183.84K
1-Year Change
-31.5339%
Book Value / Share
69.42
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
443.00
Upside
+8.61%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
High shareholder yield

Chemed Corp News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Sell

Chemed Corp Company Profile

Chemed Corporation provides hospice and palliative care services to patients through a network of physicians, doctors, registered nurses, home health aides, social workers, clergy, and volunteers primarily in the United States. The company operates through two segments: VITAS and Roto-Rooter segments. The company offers plumbing, drain cleaning, excavation, water restoration, and other related services to residential and commercial customers through company-owned branches, independent contractors, and franchisees. The company also provides direct medical services to patients, as well as spiritual and emotional counseling to both patients and their families. Chemed Corporation was incorporated in 1970 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Chemed Corp Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2025

  • Chemed Q4 2025 EPS of $6.42 missed estimates of $7.07; revenue at $639.34M fell short of $658.97M forecast, triggering 16.41% stock decline.
  • VITAS Healthcare revenue rose 1.9% YoY to $418.8M but faced Medicare cap pressures; Roto-Rooter revenue dropped 3.7% amid water restoration write-offs.
  • Stock plunged to $404.11 in after-hours trading, near 52-week low, down from $623.61 high; market cap stands at $5.55B with P/E ratio of 20.54.
  • FY2026 guidance projects quarterly EPS between $6.06-$7.07; company focusing on operational efficiency improvements across both divisions.
  • Management cited Medicare cap limitations and Roto-Rooter operational challenges as key headwinds; strategic initiatives underway to address revenue growth issues.
Last Updated: 02/27/2026, 12:52 AM
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Peers
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P/E Ratio
21.2x21.3x−0.5x
PEG Ratio
−2.721.360.00
Price/Book
5.7x3.9x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
2.2x1.0x3.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
6.9%33.9%51.4%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

1 Buy
3 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
4 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 443.00
(+8.61% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
RBC Capital
Hold422.00+3.46%572.00DowngradeFeb 27, 2026
BofA Securities
Hold450.00+10.33%595.00DowngradeFeb 26, 2026
Jefferies
Hold475.00+16.46%550.00DowngradeJan 22, 2026
RBC Capital
Buy572.00+40.24%589.00MaintainNov 10, 2025
Jefferies
Buy550.00+34.84%490.00UpgradeSep 02, 2025

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 18.34%
Dividend Yield
0.59%
Industry Median 2.32%
Annualized payout
2.40
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+10.76%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Feb 25, 2026
EPS / Forecast
6.42 / 7.07
Revenue / Forecast
639.34M / 658.97M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

CHE Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Chemed (CHE) Stock Price Today?

The Chemed stock price today is 407.88 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Chemed Trade On?

Chemed is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Chemed?

The stock symbol for Chemed is "CHE."

Does Chemed Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Chemed dividend yield is 0.59%.

What Is the Chemed Market Cap?

As of today, Chemed market cap is 5.61B USD.

What Is Chemed's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Chemed EPS (TTM) is 18.34.

When Is the Next Chemed Earnings Date?

Chemed will release its next earnings report on Apr 29, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is CHE a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Chemed Stock Split?

Chemed has split 2 times.

How Many Employees Does Chemed Have?

Chemed has 15811 employees.

What is the current trading status of Chemed (CHE)?

As of Mar 07, 2026, Chemed (CHE) is trading at a price of 407.88 USD, with a previous close of 412.16 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 402.78 USD to 412.14 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 385.00 USD to 623.61 USD.

What Is Chemed (CHE) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Chemed is 443.00 USD, with a high estimate of 500 USD and a low estimate of 400 USD. 1 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +8.61% Upside potential.

What Is the CHE Premarket Price?

CHE's last pre-market stock price is 420.40 USD. The pre-market share volume is 480.00, and the stock has decreased by 8.24, or 2.00%.
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