The Pennant Group, Inc.

NasdaqGS:PNTG Stock Report

Market Cap: US$1.2b

Pennant Group Management

Management criteria checks 3/4

Pennant Group's CEO is Brent Guerisoli, appointed in Aug 2022, has a tenure of 3.83 years. total yearly compensation is $3.74M, comprised of 11.9% salary and 88.1% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.28% of the company’s shares, worth $3.27M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.6 years and 5.9 years respectively.

Key information

Brent Guerisoli

Chief executive officer

US$3.7m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage11.89%
CEO tenure3.8yrs
CEO ownership0.3%
Management average tenure3.6yrs
Board average tenure5.9yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Jun 18

PNTG: Senior Health Momentum And Hartford Partnership Will Drive Future Stock Upside

Analysts have raised their price target on Pennant Group stock by a combined $11, citing updated views on the company supported by recent research from multiple firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Pennant Group stock points to a more nuanced view than the headline price target increases suggest.
Narrative Update Jun 04

PNTG: Senior Living Expansion And Higher P/E Assumptions Will Support Future Upside Potential

Narrative Update on Pennant Group The analyst fair value estimate for Pennant Group has moved from $36.00 to $40.00, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple as key drivers for the new price targets. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Pennant Group has centered on updated price targets that reflect revised assumptions for revenue, profitability, and the P/E multiple applied to future earnings.
Narrative Update May 06

PNTG: AMED Asset Integration Will Drive Future Earnings Realization Potential

Analysts have raised Pennant Group's fair value estimate by $2 to $36, reflecting updated Street price targets and ongoing confidence that the company can gradually realize earnings potential from the AMED assets over time. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has centered on how quickly Pennant Group can translate the AMED assets into consistent earnings and whether current valuation fairly reflects that path.
Narrative Update Apr 22

PNTG: AMED Assets Are Expected To Underpin Future Upside Despite 2026 Guidance

Narrative Update Analysts have nudged Pennant Group's price target higher, with recent moves such as RBC Capital's increase to $41 from $39 contributing to a modest lift in estimated fair value and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Pennant Group centers on how the market should weigh its guidance against longer term earnings potential from AMED assets and what that could imply for valuation.
Narrative Update Apr 07

PNTG: AMED Assets Will Drive Future Upside Despite Softer 2026 Guidance

Narrative Update on Pennant Group Analysts have lifted Pennant Group's price targets into a $38 to $41 range, citing long-term earnings potential tied to AMED assets. They also hold a relatively favorable view of Medicare Advantage exposure, even with mixed near term guidance and sector headwinds.
Narrative Update Mar 24

PNTG: AMED Assets Will Drive Future Upside Despite Softer 2026 Outlook

Narrative Update Analysts have recently nudged Pennant Group's average price target higher into the high $30s to low $40s range, citing confidence that the company can gradually realize earnings potential from the AMED assets, even though 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance sits below earlier expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show analysts adjusting expectations for Pennant Group while still assigning higher price targets.
Narrative Update Mar 10

PNTG: AMED Earnings Potential Will Offset Tempered Outlook For 2026

Pennant Group's updated fair value estimate edges up to about $37.83 from $37.50 as analysts lift price targets into the high $30s and low $40s, pointing to confidence in long term earnings potential from AMED assets, despite more tempered revenue growth assumptions and a slightly lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a generally constructive view on Pennant Group, with price targets shifting into the high $30s and low $40s range.
Narrative Update Feb 24

PNTG: Fair Outlook Will Weigh Medicare Advantage Constructiveness Against Policy And Margin Risks

Analysts have raised their price target on Pennant Group from $31 to $38, with the higher fair value of $34 linked to updated views on revenue growth, profit margin, and a higher future P/E multiple in the context of a relatively constructive stance on Medicare Advantage. Analyst Commentary Even with the higher price target range and a constructive stance on Medicare Advantage, some commentary around Pennant Group points to risks that are worth keeping in mind as you weigh the setup.
Narrative Update Feb 10

PNTG: Home Health Reimbursement Upside Will Drive Future Upside Optionality

Narrative Update on Pennant Group Analysts have raised their price target on Pennant Group to $38 from $31, citing potential upside from home health reimbursement rates even under conservative assumptions, and noting that recent regulatory concerns are already reflected in the shares. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see room for upside in the shares even when they assume conservative home health reimbursement rates, which they view as already reflected in the current valuation.
Analysis Article Jan 28

With EPS Growth And More, Pennant Group (NASDAQ:PNTG) Makes An Interesting Case

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
Narrative Update Jan 26

PNTG: Home Health Reimbursement Upside Will Drive Future Upside Optionality

Analysts have lifted their price target on Pennant Group to US$38 from US$31, citing potential upside from home health reimbursement rates even under conservative assumptions. They also view the current valuation as offering attractive optionality if reimbursement trends improve.
Narrative Update Jan 11

PNTG: Raised Fair Value Framework Will Rely On Home Health Reimbursement Outcomes

Analysts have raised their price target on Pennant Group from $31 to $38, citing updated fair value assumptions of $37.50, a higher future P/E estimate of 27.33, and expectations for stronger revenue growth, while also accounting for a slightly higher discount rate and a modestly lower profit margin outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research provides a mix of optimism and caution around Pennant Group, with updated targets and ratings reflecting changing views on reimbursement, valuation, and sector risk.
Narrative Update Dec 16

PNTG Will Balance Reimbursement Upside Against Policy And Margin Execution Risks

Pennant Group's analyst price target has been raised from $28 to $30 per share, as analysts highlight upside from potential home health reimbursement improvements despite conservative base case assumptions. Analyst Commentary While the latest target increase underscores growing optimism around home health reimbursement, not all market observers share an unequivocally bullish stance.
Analysis Article Aug 09

The Pennant Group, Inc. Just Missed EPS By 18%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

NasdaqGS:PNTG 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Pennant Group's Fair Values from the Community and select yours...
Analysis Article Jul 17

Earnings Tell The Story For The Pennant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:PNTG)

The Pennant Group, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:PNTG ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 32.2x might make it look like a strong...
Analysis Article Jun 28

Does Pennant Group (NASDAQ:PNTG) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Analysis Article May 16

Pennant Group's (NASDAQ:PNTG) Earnings Are Weaker Than They Seem

The Pennant Group, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:PNTG ) stock was strong after they recently reported robust earnings. However, our...
Analysis Article Apr 15

Is The Pennant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:PNTG) Trading At A 33% Discount?

Key Insights Pennant Group's estimated fair value is US$38.66 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Pennant Group...
Analysis Article Mar 01

With EPS Growth And More, Pennant Group (NASDAQ:PNTG) Makes An Interesting Case

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
Analysis Article Dec 21

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By The Pennant Group, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PNTG) P/E

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 44.5x The Pennant Group, Inc. ( NASDAQ:PNTG ) may be sending very bearish...
Analysis Article Nov 14

Investors Shouldn't Be Too Comfortable With Pennant Group's (NASDAQ:PNTG) Earnings

Unsurprisingly, The Pennant Group, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:PNTG ) stock price was strong on the back of its healthy earnings...
Analysis Article Nov 12

Is The Pennant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:PNTG) Trading At A 34% Discount?

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Pennant Group fair value estimate is US$50.94 Current share...
Analysis Article Oct 06

Is Now The Time To Put Pennant Group (NASDAQ:PNTG) On Your Watchlist?

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...
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New Narrative Sep 16

Critical Acquisitions And Leadership Drive Remarkable Growth In Home Health Sector

Emphasis on expansion and acquisitions, such as the Muir Home Health joint venture, aims to significantly boost revenue and market share.
Analysis Article Sep 14

Investors Still Waiting For A Pull Back In The Pennant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:PNTG)

The Pennant Group, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:PNTG ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 53.9x might make it look like a strong...
Analysis Article Aug 26

Does Pennant Group (NASDAQ:PNTG) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
Analysis Article May 14

Here's Why Pennant Group (NASDAQ:PNTG) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Analysis Article Mar 05

The Pennant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:PNTG) Not Flying Under The Radar

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 42.2x The Pennant Group, Inc. ( NASDAQ:PNTG ) may be sending very bearish...
Analysis Article Jan 06

Pennant Group (NASDAQ:PNTG) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Brent Guerisoli's remuneration changed compared to Pennant Group's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Mar 31 2026n/an/a

US$30m

Dec 31 2025US$4mUS$445k

US$30m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

US$27m

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

US$27m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

US$25m

Dec 31 2024US$3mUS$415k

US$23m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

US$21m

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

US$19m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

US$16m

Dec 31 2023US$2mUS$363k

US$13m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

US$13m

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

US$13m

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

US$7m

Dec 31 2022US$2mUS$296k

US$7m

Sep 30 2022n/an/a

US$1m

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

-US$3m

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

US$3m

Dec 31 2021US$760kUS$268k

US$3m

Sep 30 2021n/an/a

US$9m

Jun 30 2021n/an/a

US$12m

Mar 31 2021n/an/a

US$14m

Dec 31 2020US$2mUS$228k

US$16m

Sep 30 2020n/an/a

US$8m

Jun 30 2020n/an/a

US$5m

Mar 31 2020n/an/a

US$4m

Dec 31 2019US$605kUS$55k

US$3m

Compensation vs Market: Brent's total compensation ($USD3.74M) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD3.69M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Brent's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.


CEO

Brent Guerisoli (45 yo)

3.8yrs
Tenure
US$3,739,476
Compensation

Mr. Brent J. Guerisoli is Chairman of the Board at The Pennant Group, Inc. from January 1, 2025 and has been its Chief Executive Officer since August 01, 2022. Mr. Guerisoli serves as a Director at The Pen...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Brent Guerisoli
CEO & Chairman3.8yrsUS$3.74m0.28%
$ 3.3m
John Gochnour
President & COO7.4yrsUS$3.39m0.44%
$ 5.1m
Lynette Walbom
Chief Financial Officer3.1yrsUS$2.66m0.049%
$ 567.0k
Kirk Cheney
Executive VP3.4yrsUS$1.80m0.060%
$ 702.5k
Jason Steik
Chief Clinical Officerno dataUS$1.83m0.049%
$ 573.4k
Andrew Rider
President of Pinnacle Senior Living LLCno datano datano data
3.6yrs
Average Tenure
44yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: PNTG's management team is considered experienced (3.6 years average tenure).


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Brent Guerisoli
CEO & Chairman3.3yrsUS$3.74m0.28%
$ 3.3m
Barry Smith
Independent Director5.2yrsUS$251.69k0.29%
$ 3.4m
Scott Lamb
Lead Independent Director7.4yrsUS$313.43k0.16%
$ 1.9m
John Nackel
Independent Director6.7yrsUS$259.19k0.50%
$ 5.9m
Christopher Christensen
Independent Director7.4yrsUS$236.69k2.21%
$ 25.7m
Stephen M. Covey
Independent Director7.4yrsUS$242.19k0.12%
$ 1.4m
Suzanne Snapper
Independent Director1.1yrsUS$123.47k0.66%
$ 7.6m
Gregory Morris
Independent Director4.4yrsUS$248.69k0.10%
$ 1.2m
5.9yrs
Average Tenure
63yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: PNTG's board of directors are considered experienced (5.9 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/20 13:34
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/18 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Company Financials10 years
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Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
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Market Prices30 years
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Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

The Pennant Group, Inc. is covered by 8 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Brian TanquilutJefferies LLC
Michael WiederhornOppenheimer & Co. Inc.
Benjamin HendrixRBC Capital Markets