Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Inc. Increases Stake in HCA Healthcare

Investment firm boosts position in major hospital operator by 3.1% in Q3

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Inc. raised its stake in HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA) by 3.1% in the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 74,104 shares of the company's stock, valued at $31.63 million.

Why it matters

HCA Healthcare is one of the largest for-profit hospital operators in the United States, with a network of acute care hospitals, surgical centers, and outpatient clinics. The company's performance is closely watched as an indicator of trends in the broader healthcare industry.

The details

According to the filing, Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Inc. acquired an additional 2,261 shares of HCA Healthcare during the third quarter, bringing its total position to 74,104 shares. This represents a 3.1% increase in the firm's stake in the company.

  • The filing covers the third quarter of 2026.

The players

Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Inc.

An investment management firm based in Canada that oversees over $2 billion in client assets.

HCA Healthcare, Inc.

A for-profit operator of healthcare facilities headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. HCA Healthcare owns and operates a network of hospitals and related healthcare facilities across the United States.

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The takeaway

The increase in Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel's stake in HCA Healthcare suggests the firm sees continued growth potential in the hospital operator's business, even as the healthcare industry faces ongoing challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic and evolving regulations.