National Health Investors Inc is a self-managed REIT that owns, leases, operates, and finances the development of senior housing communities and medical facilities. It operates through two segments: Real Estate Investments and Senior Housing Operating Portfolio (SHOP). The Real Estate Investments segment, which generates the majority of revenue, includes real estate leases, mortgages, and other notes receivable related to independent living facilities, assisted living facilities, entrance fee communities, senior living campuses, skilled nursing facilities, and a hospital. The SHOP segment consists of ventures that own and operate independent living facilities. The company's revenues are derived from rental income, interest and other income, and resident fees and services.
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in National Health Investors, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
Returns By Period
National Health Investors (NHI) has returned 9.54% so far this year and 19.36% over the past 12 months. Looking at the last ten years, NHI has achieved an annualized return of 2.25%, underperforming the Benchmark (SPY), which averaged 12.23% per year.
NHI
1M-1.11%
6M6.03%
YTD9.54%
1Y19.36%
5Y2.24%
10Y2.25%
Benchmark (SPY)
1M-3.85%
6M-2.35%
YTD-4.36%
1Y34.06%
5Y9.80%
10Y12.23%
Monthly Returns
The table below presents the monthly returns of National Health Investors (NHI) with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2026
8.17%
2.62%
-3.86%
3.20%
2025
-1.10%
6.73%
3.37%
2.67%
-3.76%
-2.67%
-0.56%
10.88%
2.21%
-7.08%
7.41%
-3.29%
2024
-4.44%
8.31%
9.67%
0.30%
4.42%
2.31%
11.53%
8.16%
3.74%
-7.89%
-0.61%
-9.59%
2023
10.79%
-6.24%
-5.82%
-3.36%
4.85%
0.34%
4.75%
-6.92%
-0.35%
-2.02%
8.15%
2.72%
2022
0.52%
-7.34%
10.38%
-12.66%
14.15%
2.68%
7.28%
1.39%
-13.26%
-1.19%
-0.27%
-7.59%
2021
-6.30%
5.03%
3.76%
0.98%
-10.72%
1.51%
1.91%
-12.47%
-10.91%
0.22%
-2.90%
8.62%
2020
3.19%
-3.39%
-39.48%
19.00%
4.70%
9.23%
1.97%
0.83%
-2.17%
-7.05%
14.77%
5.91%
2019
11.00%
-6.47%
0.51%
-4.01%
3.61%
-1.35%
1.39%
4.08%
-0.83%
4.22%
-5.56%
0.59%
2018
-6.64%
-8.05%
4.46%
1.41%
8.08%
-0.28%
1.63%
6.69%
-4.35%
-2.92%
5.92%
-3.34%
2017
-0.75%
2.26%
-3.64%
0.79%
2.93%
4.98%
-2.87%
3.54%
-3.78%
-1.44%
2.05%
-3.72%
2016
2.56%
2.05%
7.95%
4.31%
2.32%
-2.52%
-3.23%
-5.98%
5.50%
Performance Indicators
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for National Health Investors (NHI) and compare them to a Benchmark (SPY). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
Sharpe ratio
Sortino ratio
Omega ratio
Calmar ratio
Martin ratio
sharpe ratio
The Sharpe ratio helps investors understand how much return they're getting for the level of risk taken. A higher Sharpe ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance, meaning more reward for each unit of risk.
These values reflect how efficiently the investment has delivered returns relative to its volatility over different time periods. All figures are annualized and based on daily total returns.
The chart below shows the rolling Sharpe ratio of NHI compared to the benchmark. This view highlights how the investment's risk-adjusted performance has changed over time.
Volatility Chart
The current National Health Investors volatility is 1.18%, representing the standart deviation of percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. It shows the maximum percentage drop from a peak to a trough over a specified period, indicating the risk of significant losses. Although chart shows positive values, it represents the percentage drop from the peak, so a value of 10% means the portfolio has dropped 10% from its highest point.
Income Statement
The income statement provides a summary of a company's revenues, expenses, and profits over a specific period. It shows how much money the company earned (revenues) and how much it spent (expenses), leading to the net income or profit. This statement is crucial for understanding a company's financial performance and profitability.
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
2013
2011
2010
Liabilities And Equity (USD)
2.80B
2.61B
2.49B
2.51B
2.84B
3.12B
3.04B
2.75B
2.55B
2.40B
2.15B
1.98B
1.46B
579.56M
509.34M
Temporary Equity (USD)
10.20M
9.79M
9.66M
9.83M
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Equity Attributable To Parent (USD)
1.52B
1.37B
1.25B
1.27B
1.51B
1.51B
1.50B
1.39B
1.32B
1.21B
1.13B
1.04B
766.55M
443.49M
442.50M
Equity Attributable To Noncontrolling Interest (USD)
National Health Investors (NHI) has been on a downward trend, losing 10.2% over the past four weeks. However, the stock is now in oversold territory, and there is strong agreement among analysts that the company will report better earnings than previously predicted, indicating a potential turnaround.
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The company is mentioned as a better-ranked stock in the REIT sector.
In the latest quarter, 4 analysts provided ratings for National Health Investors (NYSE:NHI), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
Bullish
Somewhat Bullish
Indifferent
Somewhat Bearish
Bearish
Total Ratings
0
3
1
0
0
Last 30D
0
1
0
0
0
1M Ago
0
0
0
0
0
2M Ago
0
0
1
0
0
3M Ago
0
2
0
0
0
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $65.0, a high estimate of $69.00, and a low estimate of $58.00. Observing a 7.14% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $60.67.
Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive National Health Investors. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Analyst
Analyst Firm
Action Taken
Rating
Current Price Target
Prior Price Target
James Feldman
Wells Fargo
Raises
Overweight
$69.00
$63.00
Michael Lewis
Truist Securities
Raises
Hold
$58.00
$55.00
Richard Anderson
Wedbush
Raises
Outperform
$66.00
$64.00
Juan Sanabria
BMO Capital
Announces
Outperform
$67.00
-
Key Insights:
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National Health Investors (NYSE:NHI) has been analyzed by 6 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
Bullish
Somewhat Bullish
Indifferent
Somewhat Bearish
Bearish
Total Ratings
1
4
1
0
0
Last 30D
0
0
1
0
0
1M Ago
0
2
0
0
0
2M Ago
0
2
0
0
0
3M Ago
1
0
0
0
0
Analysts have recently evaluated National Health Investors and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $64.5, accompanied by a high estimate of $69.00 and a low estimate of $58.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 11.69% increase from the previous average price target of $57.75.
Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive National Health Investors. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Analyst
Analyst Firm
Action Taken
Rating
Current Price Target
Prior Price Target
Michael Lewis
Truist Securities
Raises
Hold
$58.00
$55.00
Richard Anderson
Wedbush
Raises
Outperform
$66.00
$64.00
Juan Sanabria
BMO Capital
Announces
Outperform
$67.00
-
Richard Anderson
Wedbush
Raises
Outperform
$64.00
$57.00
Connor Siversky
Wells Fargo
Raises
Overweight
$63.00
$55.00
Omotayo Okusanya
Deutsche Bank
Announces
Buy
$69.00
-
Key Insights:
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