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healthcare mergers and acquisitions surge to 13.3 billion in third quarter
Healthcare mergers and acquisitions surged to $13.3 billion in Q3 2024, marking the highest activity level since Q3 2017, driven largely by transactions related to the Steward Health Care bankruptcy. Among 27 announced deals, four were classified as "mega mergers," including significant acquisitions by Orlando Health and Prime Healthcare. The overall transaction volume reflects a trend of portfolio realignment among large health systems, with notable divestitures aimed at reducing debt and enhancing operational efficiency.
houston healthcare to merge with emory healthcare expanding regional services in georgia
In Q3 2024, notable healthcare mergers included Northwell Health and Nuvance Health's plan to create an integrated system in New York and Connecticut, UCSF Health's acquisition of two San Francisco hospitals, and HCA Healthcare's tentative agreement with Santa Clara County for Regional Medical Center. The Federal Trade Commission opposed the Union Hospital and Terre Haute Regional Hospital merger, citing concerns over costs and care quality. Other significant deals involved Sanford Health's merger with Marshfield Clinic and Cooper University Health Care's integration with Cape Regional Health System.
investing in health care stocks opportunities risks and top performers
Health care stocks, comprising companies in facilities, biotechnology, medical equipment, and insurance, represent about 10% of dividend aristocrats. While they offer stability and dividends, they face political and regulatory risks, with potential impacts from health care reforms. Investors can choose between individual stocks or ETFs for exposure, with notable performers including Eli Lilly and Universal Health Services.
hospital consolidation raises concerns over costs and patient care quality
Nearly half of U.S. metropolitan areas are dominated by one or two health systems, raising concerns about rising healthcare costs and market competition. A recent study shows that 67% of hospitals were affiliated with health systems in 2022, with 97% of metro areas having highly concentrated hospital markets. While larger cities have more competition, major systems still control significant market shares, prompting increased scrutiny from Congress on hospital mergers and pricing policies.
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