American Shared Hospital Services (AMS)


Market Price (8/19/2026): $1.5 | Market Cap: $10.3 MilSector: Health Care | Industry: Health Care Facilities

American Shared Hospital Services (AMS)


Market Price (8/19/2026): $1.5
Market Cap: $10.3 Mil
Sector: Health Care
Industry: Health Care Facilities

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 18%

Attractive yield
FCF Yield is 15%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Precision Medicine, and Aging Population & Chronic Disease. Themes include Targeted Therapies, and Oncology Treatments.

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -92%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -114%

Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -2.3 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -7.4%

Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 151%

Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -22%

Key risks
AMS key risks include [1] a lender default threatening its immediate liquidity, Show more.

0 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 18%
1 Attractive yield
FCF Yield is 15%
2 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Precision Medicine, and Aging Population & Chronic Disease. Themes include Targeted Therapies, and Oncology Treatments.
3 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -92%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -114%
4 Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -2.3 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -7.4%
5 Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 151%
6 Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -22%
7 Key risks
AMS key risks include [1] a lender default threatening its immediate liquidity, Show more.

AMS in ETFs

Weight = AMS's share of each fund

SCHF0.09%
CWI0.06%
FNDF0.04%

Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 8/14/2026

American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) stock has gained about 5% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. American Shared Hospital Services experienced substantial revenue growth driven by its Direct Patient Services and Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT) segments.

In fiscal Q1 2026 (ended March 31, 2026), total revenue increased by 15.9% year-over-year to $7.1 million, with Direct Patient Care Services surging 30.2%. This momentum continued into fiscal Q2 2026 (ended June 30, 2026), where total revenue rose 19% year-over-year to $8.4 million. Direct Patient Services revenue specifically climbed 40% year-over-year to $4.9 million in Q2 2026, while PBRT revenue grew 22% year-over-year to $2.3 million. International Gamma Knife revenue also increased 56% during the first six months of 2026 to $2.7 million. This performance highlights the company's successful transformation towards a more diversified radiation oncology platform.

2. The company demonstrated a significant improvement in operating cash flow and strengthened its liquidity position.

For the first six months of fiscal 2026, cash generated from operating activities totaled $4.4 million. This strong cash generation allowed the company to fund scheduled debt repayments and distributions to minority partners. As a result, cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash increased by over 80% to $6.8 million at June 30, 2026, up from $3.7 million at December 31, 2025.

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Updated on 8/14/2026

American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) stock has gained about 5% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. American Shared Hospital Services experienced substantial revenue growth driven by its Direct Patient Services and Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT) segments.

In fiscal Q1 2026 (ended March 31, 2026), total revenue increased by 15.9% year-over-year to $7.1 million, with Direct Patient Care Services surging 30.2%. This momentum continued into fiscal Q2 2026 (ended June 30, 2026), where total revenue rose 19% year-over-year to $8.4 million. Direct Patient Services revenue specifically climbed 40% year-over-year to $4.9 million in Q2 2026, while PBRT revenue grew 22% year-over-year to $2.3 million. International Gamma Knife revenue also increased 56% during the first six months of 2026 to $2.7 million. This performance highlights the company's successful transformation towards a more diversified radiation oncology platform.

2. The company demonstrated a significant improvement in operating cash flow and strengthened its liquidity position.

For the first six months of fiscal 2026, cash generated from operating activities totaled $4.4 million. This strong cash generation allowed the company to fund scheduled debt repayments and distributions to minority partners. As a result, cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash increased by over 80% to $6.8 million at June 30, 2026, up from $3.7 million at December 31, 2025.

3. Strategic debt management and refinancing initiatives helped mitigate financial concerns and provide operational stability.

American Shared Hospital Services secured a Third Amendment and Forbearance Agreement with Fifth Third Bank, extending the maturity of its debt to June 30, 2027. Additionally, subsequent to the end of fiscal Q2 2026, Executive Chairman Raymond Stachowiak's new entity invested $2 million of subordinated financing into the company. While the company acknowledged substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern due to prior debt covenant non-compliance, these agreements provide a framework to pursue longer-term capital solutions. The current portion of long-term debt was also reduced to $16.2 million at June 30, 2026, from $17.3 million at December 31, 2025.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 4.1% change in AMS stock from 4/30/2026 to 8/18/2026 was primarily driven by a 8.3% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).
(LTM values as of)43020268182026Change
Stock Price ($)1.451.514.1%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)28308.3%
P/S Multiple0.30.3-1.2%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)77-2.7%
Cumulative Contribution4.1%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2026 to 8/18/2026
ReturnCorrelation
AMS4.1% 
Market (SPY)6.8%7.2%
Sector (XLV)16.3%16.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The -28.8% change in AMS stock from 1/31/2026 to 8/18/2026 was primarily driven by a -28.6% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)13120268182026Change
Stock Price ($)2.121.51-28.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)29303.4%
P/S Multiple0.50.3-28.6%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)77-3.5%
Cumulative Contribution-28.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

1/31/2026 to 8/18/2026
ReturnCorrelation
AMS-28.8% 
Market (SPY)11.2%-3.6%
Sector (XLV)10.1%8.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The -40.1% change in AMS stock from 7/31/2025 to 8/18/2026 was primarily driven by a -39.8% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)73120258182026Change
Stock Price ($)2.521.51-40.1%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)29304.0%
P/S Multiple0.60.3-39.8%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)77-4.4%
Cumulative Contribution-40.1%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

7/31/2025 to 8/18/2026
ReturnCorrelation
AMS-40.1% 
Market (SPY)22.4%-0.8%
Sector (XLV)31.8%1.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The -41.2% change in AMS stock from 7/31/2023 to 8/18/2026 was primarily driven by a -58.3% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)73120238182026Change
Stock Price ($)2.571.51-41.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)203053.4%
P/S Multiple0.80.3-58.3%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)67-8.2%
Cumulative Contribution-41.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

7/31/2023 to 8/18/2026
ReturnCorrelation
AMS-41.2% 
Market (SPY)73.6%2.5%
Sector (XLV)32.5%-1.3%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
AMS Return7%24%-19%34%-34%-27%-30%
Peers Return41%2%19%17%16%34%211%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%13%106%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
AMS Win Rate50%58%50%67%17%50% 
Peers Win Rate67%48%54%58%65%68% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
AMS Max Drawdown-44%-12%-41%-21%-37%-44% 
Peers Max Drawdown-23%-36%-26%-31%-31%-27% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: ACHC, STLN, HCA, THC, EHC.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 8/18/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventAMSS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-18.4%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven22.6%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven126 days79 days
2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind
  % Loss-11.3%-7.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven12.7%8.5%
  Time to Breakeven6 days18 days
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-19.1%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven23.6%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven71 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-23.7%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven31.0%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven298 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-12.1%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven13.7%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven1 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-47.7%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven91.3%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven90 days140 days

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In The Past

American Shared Hospital Services's stock fell -18.4% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 22.6% gain to breakeven.

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EventAMSS&P 500
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-23.7%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven31.0%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven298 days31 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-47.7%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven91.3%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven90 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-40.2%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven67.1%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven860 days105 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-39.6%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven65.6%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven104 days62 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-34.3%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven52.1%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven99 days15 days
2011 US Debt Ceiling Crisis & European Contagion
  % Loss-20.3%-17.9%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.5%21.8%
  Time to Breakeven161 days123 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-54.8%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven121.1%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven86 days1085 days

Compare to ACHC, STLN, HCA, THC, EHC

In The Past

American Shared Hospital Services's stock fell -18.4% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 22.6% gain to breakeven.

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About American Shared Hospital Services (AMS)

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American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) specializes in supporting healthcare providers by leasing advanced radiosurgery and radiation therapy equipment. The company's core business revolves around providing sophisticated medical devices, particularly the Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery system, which offers a non-invasive treatment for brain tumors, arteriovenous malformations, and trigeminal neuralgia. Beyond equipment leasing, AMS offers comprehensive services including financing for its Gamma Knife units, alongside crucial planning, installation, reimbursement, and marketing support to its customers.

AMS primarily serves hospitals and medical centers across the United States, where it had 115 operating Gamma Knife units as of late 2021, with an additional two units in South America (Peru and Ecuador). The company also extends its offerings into proton beam radiation therapy (PBRT) services, operating one PBRT system located in prominent medical facilities in Orlando, Florida, and Long Beach, California. This focus positions AMS as a key partner for healthcare providers seeking specialized equipment and support for advanced cancer and neurological treatments.

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Like Xerox, but instead of office copiers, they lease extremely advanced radiosurgery and radiation therapy equipment to hospitals.

A "Netflix for advanced cancer treatment equipment," providing hospitals with access to cutting-edge radiosurgery and radiation therapy machines without the massive upfront purchase.

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  • Gamma Knife Equipment Leasing: Leases radiosurgery equipment, specifically Gamma Knife units, to healthcare providers for non-invasive brain treatments.
  • Gamma Knife Unit Financing: Provides financing services specifically for Leksell Gamma Knife units.
  • Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT) Services: Offers direct proton beam radiation therapy services at facilities in Orlando, Florida, and Long Beach, California.
  • Customer Support Services: Provides planning, installation, reimbursement, and marketing support to its healthcare provider customers.

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American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) primarily sells to other companies, specifically various types of health care providers.

Its major customers are:

  • Hospitals: Large medical institutions that utilize AMS's radiosurgery and radiation therapy equipment, such as Gamma Knife units and Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT) systems, to provide advanced treatments to their patients.
  • Medical Centers/Clinics: Specialized medical facilities that offer radiation oncology or neurosurgery services and lease equipment from AMS to expand their treatment capabilities.

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Ray Stachowiak, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Ray Stachowiak assumed the role of Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of American Shared Hospital Services in April 2024, following the passing of the previous CEO. He previously served as CEO from October 2020 and as Interim President and CEO from May 2020. Mr. Stachowiak has been a Director of the company since 2009. He is also noted as the founder and owner of Shared Imaging. Bob Hiatt, Chief Financial Officer Bob Hiatt serves as the Chief Financial Officer for American Shared Hospital Services, a role he continued in as of April 2024. Gary Delanois, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Gary Delanois was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in October 2024. He brings over 28 years of progressive healthcare management experience, providing solutions to Physician Groups, Health Systems, ACO's, and Health Plans. Mr. Delanois's background includes deep experience with physician and payor relationships, as well as billing and collection policies. He previously served as CEO of HCA Physician Services of SWFL and is a Certified Public Accountant (inactive). Craig K. Tagawa, President Craig K. Tagawa was promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer in April 2024. Given Gary Delanois's appointment as EVP and COO in October 2024, Mr. Tagawa is likely currently serving as President. He has been with American Shared Hospital Services since 1988 and served as CFO since 1992. Ranjit Pradhan, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing Ranjit Pradhan was promoted to Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing in October 2024. He previously held the title of Head of Marketing and Customer Advocacy, and Vice President of Customer Advocacy and Global Marketing. Mr. Pradhan has 30 years of experience in healthcare, with roles spanning product management, marketing, technology, and general management at Fortune 100 and global companies such as GE, Abbott, Elekta, Sysmex, and Philips. He also has senior leadership and advisor positions with startups.

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The key risks to American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) are primarily related to external regulatory and market dynamics, the inherent nature of leasing advanced medical technology, and its financial health.
  1. Changes to CMS Reimbursement Rates or Methodology: A significant portion of the company's revenue and the demand for its equipment leasing and direct patient care services are dependent on reimbursement rates from government programs like Medicare (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - CMS) and private insurers. Unfavorable changes to these rates or the methodologies used for reimbursement for Gamma Knife, proton therapy, and other advanced radiation therapy services could directly and adversely impact the profitability of American Shared Hospital Services and its healthcare provider partners, thereby affecting AMS's business model and financial results.
  2. Technological Obsolescence and Intense Competition: American Shared Hospital Services leases state-of-the-art radiosurgery and radiation therapy equipment, such as Gamma Knife and Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT) systems. The rapid pace of technological advancements in the medical equipment industry poses a risk that the company's existing equipment could become outdated or less competitive. While American Shared Hospital Services' business model often transfers the risk of technological obsolescence from the medical center to the company, this means AMS itself bears the burden of ensuring its offerings remain current and competitive. The market for these advanced therapies is also subject to intense competition from other equipment providers and alternative treatment modalities, which could impact demand for AMS's services.
  3. Financing and Liquidity Risks: American Shared Hospital Services operates in a capital-intensive industry, requiring substantial investment in medical equipment. The company's ability to maintain and expand its equipment fleet, as well as its overall operations, is dependent on access to financing and maintaining sufficient liquidity. A notable risk in this area is evidenced by the company receiving a notice of default from its lender in December 2025 due to failing to maintain required minimum unrestricted cash and cash equivalents. This highlights the criticality of managing debt obligations and maintaining adequate financial resources.

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American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) operates in two primary addressable markets: radiosurgery equipment leasing, specifically for Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery, and proton beam radiation therapy (PBRT) services.

Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery Market

The global market for Gamma Knife is valued at several hundred million U.S. dollars. In 2024, the global Gamma Knife market size was approximately USD 468.22 million and is projected to reach USD 691.78 million by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.00%. Another report estimated the global Gamma Knife market at USD 470.3 million in 2023, with a projection to reach USD 742.3 million by 2033 at a CAGR of 5.2%.

North America is a significant region in the global Gamma Knife market, expected to hold the largest market share, with the U.S. being a leading contributor due to advanced neurosurgical infrastructure and high healthcare spending.

Proton Beam Radiation Therapy Market

The global market for proton therapy, including systems and services, is considerably larger, valued in the billions of U.S. dollars. The global proton therapy systems market size was US$ 1.52 billion in 2024 and is forecast to rise to US$ 1.66 billion by 2025. It is expected to surpass US$ 3.72 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 9.44%. Other estimates place the global proton therapy market at approximately USD 572.5 million in 2024, projected to reach around USD 1,995.62 million by 2034 with a CAGR of 13.30%. Additionally, the global proton therapy market was valued at USD 1.57 billion in 2023 and is predicted to grow to around USD 5.86 billion by 2032.

North America is a dominant region in the proton therapy market. In 2024, North America held approximately 40% of the proton therapy systems market revenue share. The North America proton therapy market size was calculated at USD 246.18 million in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13.42%. North America's leadership in this market is attributed to rising cancer cases and technological advancements.

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American Shared Hospital Services (AMS) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through several strategic initiatives focused on expanding its direct patient care services, technological advancements, and geographical footprint.

  1. Expansion into Direct Patient Care Services through Strategic Acquisitions: American Shared Hospital Services is actively transitioning from primarily leasing equipment to becoming a direct provider of radiation therapy treatment services. This shift is a significant revenue driver, exemplified by the acquisition of a 60% majority interest in three Rhode Island radiation therapy centers in May 2024. This acquisition led to substantial revenue growth in the direct patient services segment, with a 253% increase in fiscal year 2024 and a 224% increase in the first quarter of 2025. The company continues to focus on business development and operational efficiencies within this segment.
  2. Growth in Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT): The company is investing in the expansion of its Proton Beam Radiation Therapy offerings. A notable driver is the Certificate of Need (CON) approval received in December 2024 for a subsidiary to construct and operate a freestanding PBRT system in Johnston, Rhode Island. This facility is anticipated to begin treating patients in 36-39 months and represents a significant technological advancement in cancer care, creating greater access to this specialized treatment in the Northeast.
  3. International Expansion, Particularly in Latin America: American Shared Hospital Services is expanding its international presence as a key revenue growth strategy. This includes the launch of new radiation therapy operations in Puebla, Mexico, which contributed to significant growth in the direct patient services segment in 2024. Additionally, the company expects long-term growth from a new Esprit Gamma Knife center being installed in Guadalajara, Mexico, with operations projected to start in late 2025 or the second quarter of 2026. The company also noted revenue growth in Peru and Ecuador in fiscal year 2024.
  4. Modernization and Strategic Placement of Gamma Knife Systems: While the equipment leasing segment, including Gamma Knife operations, has seen some fluctuations, the company is focused on upgrading existing Gamma Knife systems and securing long-term lease extensions with health systems. For instance, a 10-year extension for an upgraded Gamma Knife system has been signed. This strategy aims to sustain and enhance revenue from its core Gamma Knife business through modern technology and strategic placements like the new Esprit in Guadalajara.

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Share Repurchases

American Shared Hospital Services has shown minimal to no significant share repurchases over the last 3-5 years. The trailing twelve months (TTM) Buyback Yield stands at 0%. Over the past five years, the median Buyback Yield for the company was 0%, with the highest recorded at 0% and the lowest at -0.04% in March 2022.

Share Issuance

The number of shares outstanding for American Shared Hospital Services increased by 1.57% in one year. As of December 30, 2024, the company had 6.54 million shares outstanding.

Capital Expenditures

American Shared Hospital Services reported capital expenditures of -$14.28 million in the last 12 months. The latest trailing twelve months (TTM) Capital Expenditure to Operating Cash Flow (CapEx/OCF) stands at 343.06%. Over the past five years, the average CapEx/OCF was 345.43%, reaching a high of 4576.65% on December 31, 2024. These capital expenditures are primarily focused on acquiring and maintaining radiosurgery and radiation therapy equipment, such as Gamma Knife and proton beam radiation therapy systems, which are central to the company's leasing business.

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Peer Outperformance in Health Care Facilities

AMS has trailed 70% of its 23 Health Care Facilities peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it are NHC, ENSG and EHC. Health Care Facilities ranks 4th of 10 industries in Health Care by median 5Y return.
Share of Health Care Facilities constituents that AMS has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
14%
of 29 industry peers · -39.6% return
3Y
28%
of 25 industry peers · -45.9% return
5Y
30%
of 23 industry peers · -44.3% return
Health Care Facilities peers with revenue growth within 4pp of AMS's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
AMS American Shared Hospital Services 14.7% -5.8x -39.6%-45.9%-44.3%
NHC National Healthcare 13.0% 26.1x 121.0%264.2%263.4% +308pp
ENSG Ensign 17.4% 27.9x 11.4%89.2%131.6% +176pp
EHC Encompass Health 10.7% 19.4x 2.3%79.6%109.4% +154pp
AVAH Aveanna Healthcare 12.5% 10.0x 80.0%663.3%44.8% +89pp
OPCH Option Care Health 11.4% 17.1x -17.0%-32.6%6.3% +51pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Health Care sector, ranked by 5Y. Health Care Facilities is AMS's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Health Care Distributors 7 9.7%79.7%140.2% CAH 411% · MCK 348% · COR 179%
Health Care Services 20 20.0%41.9%9.5% HIMS 302% · RDNT 143% · DGX 72%
Managed Health Care 8 33.2%-3.6%1.3% OSCR 142% · HQY 64% · ELV 14%
Health Care Facilities ← 24 11.9%-3.3%-15.7% THC 289% · NHC 263% · ENSG 132%
Health Care Equipment 51 -2.3%-9.2%-18.9% POCI 10738% · UFPT 396% · GKOS 288%
Health Care Supplies 12 38.3%-12.4%-27.5% LNTH 314% · HAE 81% · MMSI 31%
Pharmaceuticals 63 3.1%-1.7%-31.9% LQDA 2959% · INDV 1388% · ETON 1385%
Life Sciences Tools & Services 108 -8.4%-32.7%-70.6% SNWV 1953% · ELMD 259% · MEDP 235%
Health Care Technology 20 -28.4%-53.8%-73.9% SPOK 37% · HSTM -2% · VEEV -24%
Biotechnology 365 6.6%-27.4%-77.2% BRTX 106400% · DNTH 1803% · CELZ 1443%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are unfiltered by size in this render.

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Financials

AMSACHCSTLNHCATHCEHCMedian
NameAmerican.Acadia H.Starling.HCA Heal.Tenet He.Encompas. 
Mkt Price1.5127.466.40411.73270.21122.1074.78
Mkt Cap0.02.5-90.822.612.112.1
Rev LTM303,36858778,01322,6386,2064,787
Op Inc LTM-2339-2612,0734,4181,117728
FCF LTM2-134-35,9973,023413207
FCF 3Y Avg-4-302-226,0592,156356176
CFO LTM5211011,1244,0151,212712
CFO 3Y Avg3246-1810,8843,0471,063655

Growth & Margins

AMSACHCSTLNHCATHCEHCMedian
NameAmerican.Acadia H.Starling.HCA Heal.Tenet He.Encompas. 
Rev Chg LTM4.0%4.3%38.4%7.3%9.4%9.5%8.4%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg14.7%6.7%26.4%8.0%4.5%10.7%9.4%
Rev Chg Q19.2%-0.4%34.6%8.7%14.6%9.6%12.1%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM4.7%-0.1%7.6%2.1%3.5%2.3%2.9%
Op Inc Chg LTM-5,557.5%-28.1%44.4%9.0%36.5%15.5%12.2%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg-1,889.0%-10.0%24.8%9.1%23.9%17.4%13.3%
Op Mgn LTM-7.4%10.1%-4.4%15.5%19.5%18.0%12.8%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg0.7%14.1%-11.0%15.2%16.1%16.9%14.6%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-1.3%-1.6%1.5%-0.2%2.0%0.1%-0.1%
CFO/Rev LTM17.6%6.3%0.1%14.3%17.7%19.5%15.9%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg9.0%7.6%-4.8%14.9%14.1%18.7%11.6%
FCF/Rev LTM5.1%-4.0%-0.6%7.7%13.4%6.7%5.9%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg-17.0%-9.5%-5.7%8.3%10.0%6.2%0.3%

Valuation

AMSACHCSTLNHCATHCEHCMedian
NameAmerican.Acadia H.Starling.HCA Heal.Tenet He.Encompas. 
Mkt Cap0.02.5-90.822.612.112.1
P/S0.30.7-1.21.01.91.0
P/Op Inc-4.67.4-7.55.110.87.4
P/EBIT-5.5-2.6-7.54.810.54.8
P/E-5.8-2.2-13.310.119.410.1
P/CFO1.911.8-8.25.69.98.2
Total Yield-17.1%-45.2%-8.3%9.9%5.8%5.8%
Dividend Yield0.0%0.0%-0.8%0.0%0.6%0.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg-23.2%-9.2%-6.9%14.5%3.4%3.4%
D/E2.11.0-0.60.60.20.6
Net D/E1.51.0-0.60.50.20.6

Returns

AMSACHCSTLNHCATHCEHCMedian
NameAmerican.Acadia H.Starling.HCA Heal.Tenet He.Encompas. 
1M Rtn5.6%-20.4%23.8%10.9%38.6%8.8%9.9%
3M Rtn12.7%10.2%23.8%1.9%41.2%16.8%14.7%
6M Rtn-31.4%67.3%23.8%-22.7%15.4%11.9%13.6%
12M Rtn-39.6%30.0%23.8%5.3%57.7%2.3%14.6%
3Y Rtn-45.9%-63.4%23.8%56.6%282.3%79.6%40.2%
1M Excs Rtn-0.6%-23.6%20.5%7.8%35.7%5.2%6.5%
3M Excs Rtn4.0%4.6%19.9%-6.3%36.5%11.4%8.0%
6M Excs Rtn-43.8%54.9%11.4%-35.1%3.0%-0.5%1.2%
12M Excs Rtn-61.6%11.6%4.5%-14.5%37.8%-17.1%-5.0%
3Y Excs Rtn-113.6%-136.6%-48.5%-16.0%193.6%3.3%-32.2%

Comparison Analyses

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Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Direct patient1613   
Leasing13161817 
Retail  43 
Leasing radiosurgery and radiation therapy equipment to healthcare providers    18
Total2828212018


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil1999
Gamma Knife3
Total3


Net Income by Segment
$ Mil2025202420232022
Leasing-0-311
Direct patient-16  
Retail  00
Total-2211


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320221999
Direct patient3125   
Leasing24354038 
Retail  86 
Gamma Knife    29
Total5560484429


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$1.51 
Market Cap ($ Bil)0.0 
First Trading Date09/07/1984 
Distance from 52W High-50.3% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$1.51$1.83
DMA Trenddowndown
Distance from DMA0.2%-17.4%
 3M1YR
Volatility69.7%64.1%
Downside Capture11.3933.39
Upside Capture61.86-31.75
Correlation (SPY)8.4%-1.9%
AMS Betas & Captures as of 7/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta0.710.370.44-0.24-0.050.08
Up Beta-3.35-1.21-0.91-3.00-1.51-0.04
Down Beta0.711.061.891.390.970.23
Up Capture147%67%32%-15%-17%-1%
Bmk +ve Days11223567138427
Stock +ve Days919274896317
Down Capture218%48%26%65%51%38%
Bmk -ve Days11212859114326
Stock -ve Days11223266127374

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with AMS
AMS-42.5%64.1%-0.61-
Sector ETF (XLV)26.3%15.5%1.310.5%
Equity (SPY)20.4%12.8%1.17-1.6%
Gold (GLD)29.8%28.5%0.91-1.3%
Commodities (DBC)40.2%20.2%1.56-5.4%
Real Estate (VNQ)13.1%13.9%0.655.8%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-45.4%42.7%-1.30-0.3%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with AMS
AMS-10.6%46.2%-0.09-
Sector ETF (XLV)6.6%15.0%0.254.0%
Equity (SPY)13.1%17.2%0.5910.2%
Gold (GLD)19.8%18.6%0.87-1.9%
Commodities (DBC)9.8%19.6%0.391.7%
Real Estate (VNQ)2.4%18.9%0.029.3%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)7.1%52.6%0.326.8%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with AMS
AMS-6.2%59.0%0.13-
Sector ETF (XLV)10.4%16.7%0.5112.0%
Equity (SPY)15.2%17.9%0.7214.6%
Gold (GLD)12.1%16.2%0.612.9%
Commodities (DBC)7.8%18.1%0.356.6%
Real Estate (VNQ)4.8%20.7%0.2012.4%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)59.9%66.0%1.006.3%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date7312026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity0.1 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 715202611.3%
Average Daily Volume0.0 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest3.4 days
Basic Shares Quantity6.9 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares0.9%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 8/18/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
8/13/20263.9%  
5/14/2026-6.0%-20.8%-15.5%
11/13/2025-1.8%-7.6%-4.9%
8/13/20250.2%-4.7%-3.5%
5/15/2025-10.1%-19.8%-20.5%
11/13/20248.4%6.0%21.1%
8/14/2024-3.2%-2.3%-2.8%
5/14/2024-2.6%-3.4%-7.1%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive13129
# Negative9912
Median Positive3.9%4.7%8.2%
Median Negative-2.6%-3.4%-5.9%
Max Positive12.5%13.2%34.4%
Max Negative-10.1%-20.8%-20.5%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
8/13/20263.9%  
5/14/2026-6.0%-20.8%-15.5%
11/13/2025-1.8%-7.6%-4.9%
8/13/20250.2%-4.7%-3.5%
5/15/2025-10.1%-19.8%-20.5%
11/13/20248.4%6.0%21.1%
8/14/2024-3.2%-2.3%-2.8%
5/14/2024-2.6%-3.4%-7.1%
3/28/20249.7%9.3%17.8%
11/13/20236.1%11.1%8.2%
8/14/20236.0%7.5%-5.1%
5/12/2023-1.4%0.0%-6.8%
3/24/20231.8%3.9%0.7%
11/10/20221.1%-3.0%-2.0%
8/11/202212.5%13.2%9.2%
5/12/20224.0%5.5%3.2%
3/24/2022-0.8%-2.9%-6.6%
11/10/20211.6%0.9%-2.9%
8/12/2021-1.5%2.3%3.4%
5/13/2021-6.7%-1.6%34.4%
11/12/20202.1%0.5%6.4%
8/14/20202.3%1.4%-13.8%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive13129
# Negative9912
Median Positive3.9%4.7%8.2%
Median Negative-2.6%-3.4%-5.9%
Max Positive12.5%13.2%34.4%
Max Negative-10.1%-20.8%-20.5%

SEC Filings

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06/30/202608/13/202610-Q
03/31/202605/14/202610-Q
12/31/202503/31/202610-K
09/30/202511/14/202510-Q
06/30/202508/13/202510-Q
03/31/202505/15/202510-Q
12/31/202404/04/202510-K
09/30/202411/14/202410-Q
06/30/202408/14/202410-Q
03/31/202405/15/202410-Q
12/31/202304/01/202410-K
09/30/202311/14/202310-Q
06/30/202308/14/202310-Q
03/31/202305/12/202310-Q
12/31/202203/31/202310-K
09/30/202211/10/202210-Q
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06/30/202508/13/202510-Q
03/31/202505/15/202510-Q
12/31/202404/04/202510-K
09/30/202411/14/202410-Q
06/30/202408/14/202410-Q
03/31/202405/15/202410-Q
12/31/202304/01/202410-K
09/30/202311/14/202310-Q
06/30/202308/14/202310-Q
03/31/202305/12/202310-Q
12/31/202203/31/202310-K
09/30/202211/10/202210-Q
06/30/202208/15/202210-Q
03/31/202205/12/202210-Q
12/31/202103/30/202210-K
09/30/202111/10/202110-Q
06/30/202108/12/202110-Q
03/31/202105/13/202110-Q
12/31/202004/06/202110-K
09/30/202011/13/202010-Q
06/30/202008/14/202010-Q
03/31/202005/11/202010-Q
12/31/201904/03/202010-K
09/30/201911/07/201910-Q

Insider Activity

Updated 7/24/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Stachowiak, Raymond CExecutive ChairmanRCS/TIG Holdings LLCBuy62420262.28586,4681,337,1471,337,147Form
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Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Stachowiak, Raymond CExecutive ChairmanRCS/TIG Holdings LLCBuy62420262.28586,4681,337,1471,337,147Form
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