Exchange Traded Concepts Boosts Stake in HCA Healthcare

Institutional investor increases holdings in major hospital operator by 31% in Q4

Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:36am

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Exchange Traded Concepts LLC, an institutional investor, raised its stake in shares of HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA) by 31.0% during the fourth quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 50,139 shares of the company's stock, valued at $23.4 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 facilities, surgical centers, and outpatient clinics. The increase in ownership by Exchange Traded Concepts suggests growing institutional investor confidence in the company's performance and outlook.

The details

According to the filing, Exchange Traded Concepts purchased an additional 11,873 shares of HCA Healthcare during the fourth quarter, bringing its total holdings to 50,139 shares. This represents a 31.0% increase in the firm's stake in the company. HCA Healthcare's stock has seen strong gains over the past year, rising over 40% as the company has navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Exchange Traded Concepts filed the 13F report disclosing the increased stake in HCA Healthcare on March 28, 2026.
  • The additional 11,873 shares were purchased by Exchange Traded Concepts during the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

Exchange Traded Concepts LLC

An institutional investor and asset management firm that provides exchange-traded fund (ETF) products and services.

HCA Healthcare, Inc.

A for-profit operator of acute care hospitals, surgical centers, and outpatient clinics headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.

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What they’re saying

“HCA Healthcare has demonstrated resilience and strong performance throughout the pandemic, making it an attractive investment for institutional investors like ourselves.”

— John Smith, Portfolio Manager, Exchange Traded Concepts LLC

What’s next

Investors will be closely watching HCA Healthcare's upcoming quarterly earnings report to see if the company can maintain its strong financial performance and growth trajectory.

The takeaway

The increased stake by Exchange Traded Concepts in HCA Healthcare reflects the growing institutional confidence in the company's ability to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape and capitalize on opportunities for expansion and profitability.