Chemed Corp (CHE)

Currency in USD
453.15
+5.86(+1.31%)
Closed·
453.15-0.21(-0.05%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
449.52457.71
52 wk Range
365.21562.77
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
447.29
Open
449.52
Day's Range
449.52-457.71
52 wk Range
365.21-562.77
Volume
172.35K
Average Volume (3m)
242.01K
1-Year Change
-17.9819%
Book Value / Share
61.6
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
446.50
Downside
-1.47%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
High shareholder yield

Chemed Corp News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Analyst Ratings

1 Buy
3 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
4 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 446.50
(-1.47% Downside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
RBC Capital
Hold436.00-3.78%422.00Maintain27/04/2026
RBC Capital
Hold422.00-6.87%572.00Downgrade27/02/2026
BofA Securities
Hold450.00-0.70%595.00Downgrade26/02/2026
Jefferies
Hold475.00+4.82%550.00Downgrade22/01/2026
RBC Capital
Buy572.00+26.23%589.00Maintain10/11/2025

Chemed Corp Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Chemed Q1 2026 EPS hit $5.65, beating forecast of $5.34; revenue reached $657.5M vs. expected $651.02M, driving stock up 13.59% to $435.
  • VITAS Healthcare revenue grew 3.1% YoY with increased admissions, while Roto-Rooter commercial segment declined 1.9% amid weather disruptions.
  • Company projects Q2-Q4 EPS between $5.56-$7.29 with revenue forecasts of $662.31M-$700.38M, signaling continued growth trajectory.
  • Roto-Rooter faces headwinds from elevated marketing costs and Google algorithm changes impacting lead generation and profitability margins.
  • Management emphasized operational efficiency gains and VITAS expansion success, expressing confidence in maintaining momentum despite regulatory risks.
Last Updated: 24/04/2026, 16:00
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Earnings

Latest Release
23/04/2026
EPS / Forecast
5.65 / 5.34
Revenue / Forecast
657.5M / 651.02M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 18.30%
Dividend Yield
0.54%
Industry Median 2.11%
Annualised payout
2.40
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+11.41%
Growth Streak

Chemed (CHE) Income Statement & Profits

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Peers
Sector
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P/E Ratio
23.1x17.1x−0.4x
PEG Ratio
−2.103.050.00
Price/Book
7.1x3.6x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
2.4x1.2x3.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−1.0%33.1%55.7%
Fair Value Upside
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Chemed Corporation provides hospice and palliative care services to patients through a network of physicians, doctors, registered nurses, home health aides, social workers, clergy, and volunteers primarily in the United States. The company operates through two segments: VITAS and Roto-Rooter segments. The company offers plumbing, drain cleaning, excavation, water restoration, and other related services to residential and commercial customers through company-owned branches, independent contractors, and franchisees. The company also provides direct medical services to patients, as well as spiritual and emotional counseling to both patients and their families. Chemed Corporation was incorporated in 1970 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
7.03M53.18%3.14B
Other Institutional Investors
6.61M46.82%2.96B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
13.64M100.00%6.1B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.10.11%1,336,130597,638
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC6.17%815,699364,854

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FAQ

What Is the Chemed (NYSE: CHE) Share Price Today?

The Chemed stock price today is 453.15 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Chemed (CHE) Trade On?

Chemed is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for Chemed?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for Chemed is "CHE."

Does Chemed Pay Dividends? What’s The Current CHE Dividend Yield?

Yes, CHE Pays Dividends to its Shareholders. The current Chemed dividend yield is 0.55%.

What Is the Current Chemed Market Capitalisation?

As of today, Chemed (NYSE: CHE) market cap is 6.00B USD.

What Is Chemed's (CHE) Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Chemed EPS is currently 18.30 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next Chemed Earnings Date?

Chemed's next earnings report will be released on 29/07/2026.

Is CHE a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's Chemed moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal for CHE stock is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Chemed Stock Split?

Chemed has split 2 times. (See the CHE stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does Chemed Have?

Chemed has 15811 employees, based on their latest Companies House report.

What is the current trading status of Chemed (NYSE: CHE)?

As of 25/06/2026, Chemed (CHE) is trading at a share price of 453.15 USD, with a previous close of 447.29 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 449.52 USD to 457.71 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 365.21 USD to 562.77 USD.

What Is Chemed (CHE) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Chemed is 446.50 USD, with a high estimate of 500 USD and a low estimate of 400 USD. 1 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an -1.47% Downside potential.

What Is the CHE After Hours Price?

CHE's last after hours stock price is 453.15 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.21, or -0.05%.
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