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Community Healthcare

Community Healthcare Trust Inc is an integrated healthcare real estate company in the United States. The company owns and acquires, or finances, real estate properties that are leased to hospitals, doctors, healthcare systems or other healthcare service providers in non-urban markets. The company derives majority of its revenues from its real estate property and mortgage notes portfolio. The company's rental and mortgage interest income is recognized based on contractual arrangements with its tenants and borrowers.

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<p>This dividend, in the amount of&nbsp;$0.46&nbsp;per share, is payable on&nbsp;May 24, 2024&nbsp;to shareholders of record on&nbsp;May 10, 2024. This dividend rate equates to an annualized dividend of&nbsp;$1.84&nbsp;per share.&nbsp;</p>


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Community Healthcare Trust Increases Dividend From $0.4575 To $0.46 Per Share

<p>Evercore ISI Group  analyst Steve Sakwa   maintains Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) with a In-Line and lowers the price target from $32 to $30.</p>


Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on Community Healthcare, Lowers Price Target to $30

<p>Piper Sandler  analyst Alexander Goldfarb   maintains Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $40 to $36.</p>


Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Community Healthcare, Lowers Price Target to $36

<p>At the end of March 01, 2024, <b>Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>)</b> will reward its shareholders with a dividend payout of $0.46 per share, demonstrating an annualized dividend yield of 7.30%. Remember, only investors who held the stock before the ex-dividend date on February 16, 2024 will receive this payout.</p>
<h3>Community Healthcare Recent Dividend Payouts</h3>
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<th><strong>Announced</strong></th>
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<td>2024-02-16</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.46</td>
<td>7.3%</td>
<td>2024-02-08</td>
<td>2024-02-20</td>
<td>2024-03-01</td>
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<td>2023-11-08</td>
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<td>$0.46</td>
<td>6.63%</td>
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<td>2023-11-09</td>
<td>2023-11-24</td>
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<td>2023-08-10</td>
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<td>$0.45</td>
<td>5.01%</td>
<td>2023-07-27</td>
<td>2023-08-11</td>
<td>2023-08-25</td>
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<td>2023-05-11</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>5.18%</td>
<td>2023-04-27</td>
<td>2023-05-12</td>
<td>2023-05-26</td>
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<td>2023-02-17</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>4.25%</td>
<td>2023-02-09</td>
<td>2023-02-21</td>
<td>2023-03-01</td>
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<td>2022-11-09</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>5.42%</td>
<td>2022-10-27</td>
<td>2022-11-10</td>
<td>2022-11-25</td>
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<td>2022-08-11</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>4.66%</td>
<td>2022-07-28</td>
<td>2022-08-12</td>
<td>2022-08-26</td>
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<td>2022-05-12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>4.66%</td>
<td>2022-04-28</td>
<td>2022-05-13</td>
<td>2022-05-27</td>
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<td>2022-02-18</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>4.1%</td>
<td>2022-02-10</td>
<td>2022-02-22</td>
<td>2022-03-01</td>
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<td>2021-11-10</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.43</td>
<td>3.59%</td>
<td>2021-10-28</td>
<td>2021-11-12</td>
<td>2021-11-26</td>
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<td>2021-08-12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.43</td>
<td>3.5%</td>
<td>2021-07-29</td>
<td>2021-08-13</td>
<td>2021-08-27</td>
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<td>2021-05-13</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td>$0.43</td>
<td>3.35%</td>
<td>2021-04-29</td>
<td>2021-05-14</td>
<td>2021-05-28</td>
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<p>Community Healthcare's dividend yield falls in the middle range when compared to its industry peers, with <b>Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPW#NYSE">MPW</a>)</b> having the highest annualized dividend yield at 20.90%.</p>
<h3>Analyzing Community Healthcare Financial Health</h3>
<p>Companies that pay out steady cash dividends are attractive to income-seeking investors, and companies that are financially healthy tend to maintain their dividend payout schedule. For this reason, investors can find it insightful to see if a company has been increasing or decreasing their dividend payout schedule and if their earnings are growing. </p>
<h3>YoY Growth in Dividend Per Share</h3>
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<p>From 2020 to 2023, the company's dividend per share showed a positive trend, increasing steadily from $1.68 in 2020 to $1.80 in 2023. This demonstrates the company's commitment to rewarding shareholders by consistently raising dividends.</p>
<h3>YoY Earnings Growth For Community Healthcare</h3>
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<p>From 2020 to 2023, Community Healthcare experienced a growth in earnings per share, with an increase from $2.03 to $2.51. This positive earnings trend indicates the company's potential to enhance their cash dividend payout, which can benefit income-seeking investors.</p>
<h3>Recap</h3>
<p>This article provides an in-depth analysis of Community Healthcare's recent dividend distribution and the impact it has on shareholders. The company is currently distributing a dividend of $0.46 per share, resulting in an annualized dividend yield of 7.30%.</p>
<p>Community Healthcare's dividend yield falls in the middle range when compared to its industry peers, with Medical Properties Trust having the highest annualized dividend yield at 20.90%.</p>
<p>The upward trend in dividend per share and earnings per share for Community Healthcare from 2020 to 2023 reflects a strong financial position, supporting the company's ability to consistently distribute profits to their investors.</p>
<p>To stay informed about changes in financials or dividend disbursements, investors should pay close attention to the company's performance in the upcoming quarters.</p>
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<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Empowering Shareholders with Growth: Community Healthcare Enhances Performance and Reports Rising Profits

<p>Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.61 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.58 by 5.17 percent.  The company reported quarterly sales of $29.12 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $29.76 million by 2.14 percent.  This is a 14.92 percent increase over sales of $25.34 million the same period last year.</p>


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Earnings Scheduled For February 13, 2024

<p>Investors are always happy to hear that a stock in their portfolio has announced a dividend increase. For income investors, it means a monthly or quarterly raise. For investors who are more concerned with growth, such dividend hikes also portend an increase in future earnings as well.&nbsp;</p>
<p>A dividend increase usually indicates that the board of directors has faith that future earnings can cover the dividend hike comfortably. In addition, a dividend increase often makes the stock more attractive to investors. Share price appreciation often follows dividend increases.</p>
<p>Take a look at three real estate investment trusts (REITs) that have just announced dividend hikes this week. Two of the three have upcoming earnings reports.</p>
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<p>On Feb. 9, Weyerhaeuser announced a 5.3% increase in its quarterly dividend from $0.19 to $0.20 per share. The dividend is payable March 22 for shareholders of record on March 8, and the ex-dividend date is March 7.</p>
<p>In addition to this latest announcement, on Jan. 25, Weyerhaeuser also declared a supplemental dividend of $0.14 per share, payable Feb. 27 to shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 16. So investors can get a double payout.</p>
<p>The dividend increases came after Weyerhaeuser reported its fourth-quarter operating results on Jan. 25. Non-generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) earnings per share (EPS) of $0.16 per share beat the estimates of $0.14 per share but were well below fourth-quarter 2022 EPS of $0.24 per share. Revenue of $1.77 billion also missed the estimates by $30 million.</p>
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<p><strong>Community Healthcare Trust Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) is a Franklin, Tennessee-based self-managed healthcare REIT that owns 191 properties across 34 states. Its diverse portfolio includes medical office buildings, specialty centers, behavioral facilities and inpatient rehabilitation centers.</p>
<p>On Feb. 9, Community Healthcare announced a small increase in its quarterly dividend from $0.455 to $0.4575 per share. The dividend is payable on March 1 for shareholders of record on Feb. 20, with an ex-dividend date of February 16. With this latest increase, Community Healthcare has now had 34 consecutive quarters of dividend growth.</p>
<p>The forward annual dividend of $1.83 now yields 7.2%. However, the payout ratio is 89.7%, which is high. Investors will be looking at Community Healthcare's next earnings report, due out on Feb. 13, to see whether this dividend hike is a portend for an increase in funds from operations (FFO).</p>
<p>On Jan. 16, Truist Securities analyst Michael Lewis maintained a Buy rating on Community Healthcare, while lowering the price target from $36 to $35.</p>
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<p>On Feb. 8, CBL Properties announced a 6.7% increase in its quarterly dividend from $0.375 to $0.40 per share. The dividend is payable on March 29 for shareholders of record on March 15. The ex-dividend date is March 14.</p>
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<p>CBL Properties declared a Chapter 11 bankruptcy in November 2020 and emerged a year later with a $1.7 billion debt reduction. It's had its share of financial difficulties and a high debt load, but may be turning the corner. It has now raised the dividend 60% from $0.25 in November 2022 to the new $0.40 dividend.</p>
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<p>Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) today announced that its Board of Directors has increased its common stock cash dividend for the quarter ended December 31, 2023. This dividend, in the amount of $0.4575 per share, is payable on March 1, 2024 to shareholders of record on February 20, 2024. This dividend rate equates to an annualized dividend of $1.83 per share. Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated has increased its dividend every quarter since its Initial Public Offering.</p>


Community Healthcare Trust Raised Its Quarterly Dividend By 0.5% To $0.4575, Payable March 1, 2024

<p>Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
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<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
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<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<p>Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $35.75, along with a high estimate of $40.00 and a low estimate of $32.00. Highlighting a 13.86% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $41.50. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1705431639_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
<p>In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Community Healthcare. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
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<td>Michael Lewis</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
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<td>Michael Lewis</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
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<td>Alexander Goldfarb</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
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<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Community Healthcare. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Community Healthcare compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Community Healthcare's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>To gain a panoramic view of Community Healthcare's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHCT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Community Healthcare analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
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<h2>About Community Healthcare</h2>
<p>Community Healthcare Trust Inc is an integrated healthcare real estate company in the United States. The company owns and acquires, or finances, real estate properties that are leased to hospitals, doctors, healthcare systems or other healthcare service providers in non-urban markets. The company derives majority of its revenues from its real estate property and mortgage notes portfolio. The company's rental and mortgage interest income is recognized based on contractual arrangements with its tenants and borrowers.</p>
<h3>Breaking Down Community Healthcare's Financial Performance</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Community Healthcare's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2023, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>15.83%</strong>. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Real Estate sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>9.99%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Community Healthcare's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>0.56%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Community Healthcare's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>0.31%</strong> ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Community Healthcare's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at <strong>0.78</strong>, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.</p>
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
<p>Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.</p>
<p>Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Forecasting The Future: 4 Analyst Projections For Community Healthcare

<p>Truist Securities  analyst Michael Lewis   maintains Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $36 to $35.</p>


Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Community Healthcare, Lowers Price Target to $35

<p><strong>Medical Properties Trust Inc</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPW#NYSE">MPW</a>) shares are trading lower after the company announced plans to recover uncollected rents and outstanding loan obligations from Steward Health Care System. </p>
<p>Also, Keybanc downgraded the stock from overweight to sector weight, which has also contributed to the 30% decline in the company&#8217;s stock price.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Why is this a big deal?</strong></h2>
<p>The announcement regarding Steward Health Care System clearly shows that Medical Properties Trust is facing significant challenges in its business operations.</p>
<p>Steward Health Care System, being a major tenant and borrower, plays a crucial role in Medical Properties Trust&#8217;s revenue stream. Subsequently, the difficulty in collecting rents and loan obligations indicates potential financial instability.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Now what?</strong></h2>
<p>In the meantime, investors are in a holding pattern. The company's ability to collect from Steward Health Care System will greatly dictate the direction of its stock price in the months to come.</p>
<p>The 30% decline in stock price is a significant market reaction, reflecting the seriousness of the situation and the potential risks to the company&#8217;s future performance. Furthermore, it puts its 17.17% annual dividend yield at risk.</p>
<p>With all of this at play, Medical Properties Trust is a wait-and-see stock rather than a buy-the-dip opportunity.&nbsp;</p>
<p>While you wait, consider other healthcare REITs like <strong>Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>), <strong>CareTrust REIT, Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTRE#NYSE">CTRE</a>), and <strong>Welltower Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WELL#NYSE">WELL</a>).Investing in real estate just got a whole lot simpler, and you can get started in minutes with as little as $100. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/alternative-investments/real-estate">Browse available offerings here</a>.</p>
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<p>Over the past 3 months, 4 analysts have published their opinion on Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) stock. These analysts are typically employed by large Wall Street banks and tasked with understanding a company's business to predict how a stock will trade over the upcoming year.</p>
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<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
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<p>These 4 analysts have an average price target of $35.25 versus the current price of Community Healthcare at $26.96, implying  upside.</p>
<p>Below is a summary of how these 4 analysts rated Community Healthcare over the past 3 months. The greater the number of bullish ratings, the more positive analysts are on the stock and the greater the number of bearish ratings, the more negative analysts are on the stock</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2023/1699459214_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<p>This current average has decreased by 18.5% from the previous average price target of $43.25. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHCT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Community Healthcare analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<p>If you are interested in following small-cap stock news and performance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/small-cap">you can start by tracking it here</a>.</p>
<h1>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h1>
<p>Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. </p>
<p>Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Analyst Expectations for Community Healthcare's Future

<p>Truist Securities  analyst Michael Lewis   maintains Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $44 to $36.</p>


Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Community Healthcare, Lowers Price Target to $36-Report Released on 7th Nov

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Community Healthcare, Lowers Price Target to $36

<p>Tuesday marks the last chance for investors to receive the next  dividend payout from <strong>Community Healthcare</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>). </p>
<h3>What's Happening</h3>
<p>The company announced on Thursday that it would pay shareholders a quarterly dividend of 45.5 cents per share. On Wednesday, Community Healthcare will go ex-dividend, meaning the stock will trade lower to reflect that payout. In other words, the stock will likely open 45.5 cents lower than it would have opened on any other day.</p>
<p>In order to be eligible to receive a company's dividend, shareholders must own the stock prior to the ex-dividend date—in this case, Wednesday. Shareholders who own CHCT as of the end of Tuesday's session are eligible to receive the 45.5 cents dividend payout for every share that they own. </p>
<p>According to the company, this dividend will be paid out to shareholders on November 24, 2023. Investors will then be able to either reinvest those dividends back into the stock or use the payment in some other way. </p>
<p>To stay up-to-date with the companies that are announcing their dividends, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/dividends">click here</a> to visit our Dividends Calendar.  </p>


Community Healthcare's Ex-Dividend Date Is Wednesday, Here's What You Need To Know

<p>Piper Sandler  analyst Alexander Goldfarb   maintains Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $50 to $40.</p>


Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Community Healthcare, Lowers Price Target to $40

<p>Evercore ISI Group  analyst Steve Sakwa   downgrades Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) from Outperform to In-Line and lowers the price target from $36 to $32.</p>


Downgrades

Evercore ISI Group Downgrades Community Healthcare to In-Line, Lowers Price Target to $32

<p>Community Healthcare (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.63 per share which met the analyst consensus estimate. This is unchanged from the same period last year.  The company reported quarterly sales of $28.73 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $28.87 million by 0.47 percent.  This is a 15.83 percent increase over sales of $24.81 million the same period last year.</p>


Community Healthcare Q3 2023 AFFO $0.63, Inline, Sales $28.73M Miss $28.87M Estimate

<p><strong>Community Healthcare</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHCT#NYSE">CHCT</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2023-10-31. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.</p>
<p>Analysts estimate that Community Healthcare will report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $0.63. </p>
<p>Community Healthcare bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.</p>
<p>New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).</p>
<p>Here's a look at Community Healthcare's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
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<th><strong>Q2 2023</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2023</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2022</strong></th>
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<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>0.63</td>
<td>0.62</td>
<td>0.63</td>
<td>0.63</td>
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<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>3.05%</td>
<td>-0.36%</td>
<td>-0.22%</td>
<td>2.14%</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
<p>Shares of Community Healthcare were trading at $28.05 as of October 27. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 17.7%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHCT/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for Community Healthcare visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Earnings Outlook For Community Healthcare

<p>Board of Directors has increased its common stock cash dividend for the quarter ended September 30, 2023. This dividend, in the amount of $0.455 per share, is payable on November 24, 2023 to shareholders of record on November 9, 2023. This dividend rate equates to an annualized dividend of $1.82 per share. Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated has increased its dividend every quarter since its Initial Public Offering.</p>


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