Ensign Group Exceeds Q2 Earnings Forecasts and Raises Full-Year Guidance
The Ensign Group Inc., a skilled nursing and senior living provider, reported second-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street expectations. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $1.92 compared to the estimated $1.84, while revenue rose 17.3% year-over-year to $1.44 billion. The company raised its full-year guidance for both earnings and revenue due to strong performance. Ensign now forecasts adjusted earnings per share between $7.75 and $7.85 in 2026, up from the previous range of $7.48 to $7.62. Revenue is expected to reach between $5.87 billion and $5.92 billion, surpassing earlier guidance. Same facility occupancy increased to 84.1%, with skilled nursing services revenue growing by 10.1% year-over-year. The company continued its expansion strategy during the quarter, acquiring 20 new operations since April 2026 and now operating in 398 healthcare facilities across 17 U.S. states.
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