HCA Healthcare Stock Soars Amid Rising ACA Premiums and Coverage Loss Threats

HCA Healthcare, the largest for-profit hospital chain in the U.S., has recently seen its stock reach record highs despite ongoing financial pressures on American households due to rising healthcare costs. Approximately 20 million Americans are expected to encounter higher Affordable Care Act (ACA) premiums in the upcoming year, with an additional 5 million individuals projected to lose ACA coverage unless legislative action extends premium tax credits. This financial dynamic highlights the contrast between Wall Street gains for healthcare corporations and the increasing affordability challenges for patients relying on ACA coverage.