Based on the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), Elevance Health (ELV) should be added to one's portfolio. Wall Street analysts' overly optimistic recommendations cast doubt on the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric. So, is the stock worth buying?
Investing in certain stocks can pay off in the long run, especially if you hold on for a decade or more.
HCA Healthcare's (HCA) quarterly results gain from broad volume-based growth along with a rising number of surgeries. Rising expenses act as a partial offset.