Healthcare Stock Soars 74% This Past Year as One Fund Lifts Stake to 10% of Portfolio

Company Overview - BrightSpring Health Services is a leading provider of home and community-based healthcare services in the United States, focusing on Medicare, Medicaid, and insured populations [6] - The company generated a total revenue of $13.3 billion and a net income of $110.3 million over the trailing twelve months (TTM) [4] - As of February 12, 2026, BrightSpring's market capitalization was $7.01 billion, with shares priced at $37.79, reflecting a 74.4% increase over the past year [4][8] Recent Developments - On February 13, 2026, Alta Fox Capital Management disclosed the purchase of 776,975 shares of BrightSpring, valued at approximately $26.06 million based on average quarterly pricing [2] - Following this transaction, Alta Fox's stake in BrightSpring increased to 9.97% of its 13F assets under management (AUM) [8] - The value of the stake at quarter-end rose by $32.73 million due to both the purchase and stock price appreciation [2] Financial Performance - In the third quarter, BrightSpring reported revenue of $3.33 billion, marking a 28% year-over-year increase, with adjusted EBITDA climbing 37% to $160 million [11] - The company also reported a net income from continuing operations of $37.5 million, a significant turnaround from a loss in the previous year [11] - Management raised full-year revenue guidance to as much as $12.8 billion, expecting adjusted EBITDA between $605 million and $615 million, indicating over 30% growth [11] Industry Trends - The healthcare industry is experiencing a shift from institutional settings to home-based care, a trend that is expected to continue [10] - BrightSpring's strategy focuses on expanding access to care in non-institutional settings, positioning the company to benefit from long-term trends in healthcare delivery and population health management [6][10]