National HealthCare sets $0.67 quarterly dividend

National HealthCare Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.67 per common share, payable on October 30, 2026 to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2026.

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

National HealthCare Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.67 per common share, payable on October 30, 2026 to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2026. The company communicated this action through a press release referenced in the current report.

As of August 1, 2026, NHC affiliates operate 80 skilled nursing facilities with 10,323 beds, 26 assisted living communities with 1,413 units, nine independent living communities with 775 units, three behavioral health hospitals, 34 homecare agencies, and 33 hospice agencies, along with additional post-acute and support services. The release includes customary forward-looking statement cautions referencing regulatory, operational, and reimbursement risks.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 8.01, 9.01

2 items

Item 8.01 Other Events Other

Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Key Figures

Quarterly dividend: $0.67 per common share Dividend record date: September 30, 2026 Dividend payment date: October 30, 2026 +5 more

8 metrics

Quarterly dividend $0.67 per common share Cash dividend declared for common shareholders

Dividend record date September 30, 2026 Shareholders of record on this date receive the dividend

Dividend payment date October 30, 2026 Scheduled date for paying the $0.67 dividend

Skilled nursing facilities 80 facilities with 10,323 beds NHC affiliates’ skilled nursing operations as of August 1, 2026

Assisted living communities 26 communities with 1,413 units NHC affiliates’ assisted living operations as of August 1, 2026

Independent living communities 9 communities with 775 units NHC affiliates’ independent living operations as of August 1, 2026

Homecare agencies 34 agencies NHC affiliates’ homecare operations as of August 1, 2026

Hospice agencies 33 agencies NHC affiliates’ hospice operations as of August 1, 2026

Key Terms

quarterly dividend, forward-looking statements, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, +2 more

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quarterly dividend financial

"announced today that it will pay a quarterly dividend of 67 cents"

A quarterly dividend is a payment a company gives to its shareholders four times a year, usually as a share of its profits. It's like getting a small bonus every few months for owning the company's stock, which can provide a steady income. Investors watch these payments to see how well a company is doing and whether it’s a good investment.

forward-looking statements regulatory

"Statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements."

Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.

skilled nursing facilities medical

"NHC affiliates operate for themselves and third parties 80 skilled nursing facilities"

Skilled nursing facilities are medical care centers that provide around‑the‑clock nursing, therapy, and medical monitoring for people who need more care than home or assisted living can offer, similar to a hospital ward for longer stays. Investors watch them because their revenue depends on how full they are, the rates paid by insurers and government programs, and costs of staffing and compliance, all of which drive profitability and risk.

assisted living communities medical

"NHC affiliates also operate 26 assisted living communities with 1,413 units"

independent living communities medical

"nine independent living communities with 775 units"

Housing communities for older adults who do not require regular medical or nursing care but want the convenience of services such as meals, housekeeping, transportation and social activities; think of it as an apartment complex designed for seniors with built-in conveniences and community life. Investors watch these communities because they generate steady rental and service revenue tied to demographic trends, have predictable occupancy patterns, and can affect property values and cash flow depending on demand, location and operating efficiency.

behavioral health hospitals medical

"nine independent living communities with 775 units, three behavioral health hospitals"

FAQ

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What dividend did National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) declare?

National HealthCare Corporation declared a quarterly dividend of $0.67 per common share. The dividend will be paid in cash and reflects the company’s ongoing practice of returning capital to shareholders alongside operating a broad long-term care and post-acute services platform.

What are the record and payment dates for NHC’s $0.67 dividend?

The record date is September 30, 2026, and the payment date is October 30, 2026. Shareholders listed on the company’s register at the close of business on the record date will be eligible to receive the dividend on the stated payment date.

How large is National HealthCare Corporation’s (NHC) operating footprint?

As of August 1, 2026, NHC affiliates operate 80 skilled nursing facilities with 10,323 beds, plus 26 assisted living communities, nine independent living communities, three behavioral health hospitals, 34 homecare agencies, and 33 hospice agencies, along with additional specialized care and support services.

What types of services does NHC (NHC) provide beyond skilled nursing?

Beyond skilled nursing facilities, NHC affiliates provide assisted living, independent living, behavioral health, homecare, hospice, Alzheimer’s and memory care, pharmacy, and rehabilitation services, and also offer management and accounting services to third-party post-acute operators, reflecting a diversified long-term care service mix.

Does NHC include any cautionary language with this dividend announcement?

Yes. The company includes forward-looking statements that highlight risks and uncertainties, citing factors such as litigation, insurance availability, economic conditions, regulatory changes, and Medicare/Medicaid payment methodologies, and refers investors to its periodic SEC reports for additional risk discussion.

On which exchange is National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) listed?

National HealthCare Corporation’s common stock is listed on the NYSE American under the symbol NHC. The company describes itself as the nation’s oldest publicly traded long-term health care company, with a broad network of facilities and related post-acute healthcare services.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2026 (August 6, 2026)

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	001-13489 (Commission File Number)	52-2057472 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
100 E. Vine Street Murfreesboro, Tennessee (Address of Principal Executive Offices)		37130 (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (615) 890-2020

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2 (b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $.01 par value	NHC	NYSE American

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1988 or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial standards pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

ITEM 8.01.         OTHER EVENTS.

NHC issued a press release on August 6, 2026, announcing its quarterly common dividend. The entire press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference herein.

ITEM 9.01.         FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.

(d)         Exhibits.

Exhibit No.	Description of Exhibit
99.1	Copy of press release issued on August 6, 2026, by National HealthCare Corporation announcing quarterly common dividend.
104	Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date:         August 7, 2026

	NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
	By:/s/	Brian F. Kidd
	Name:	Brian F. Kidd
	Title:	Senior VP/Chief
		Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1

For release: August 6, 2026

Contact: Brian F. Kidd, SVP/CFO

Phone: (615) 890-2020                                                      

NHC Announces Common Dividend

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- National HealthCare Corporation (NYSE American: NHC), the nation’s oldest publicly traded long-term health care company, announced today that it will pay a quarterly dividend of 67 cents per common share to shareholders of record on September 30, 2026 and payable on October 30, 2026.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. NHC cautions investors that any forward-looking statements made involve risks and uncertainties and are not guarantees of future performance. The risks and uncertainties are detailed from time to time in reports filed by NHC with the S.E.C., including Forms 8-K, 10-Q and 10-K, and include, among others, the following: liabilities and other claims asserted against us and patient care liabilities, as well as the resolution of current litigation; availability of insurance and assets for indemnification; national and local economic conditions; including their effect on the availability and cost of labor, utilities and materials; the effect of government regulations and changes in regulations governing the healthcare industry, including our compliance with such regulations; changes in Medicare and Medicaid payment levels and methodologies and the application of such methodologies by the government and its fiscal intermediaries, the ability of third parties for whom we have guaranteed debt to refinance certain short term debt obligations; and other factors referenced or incorporated by reference in the S.E.C. filings. The risks included here are not exhaustive. All forward-looking statements represent NHC’s best judgment as of the date of this release.

About NHC

As of August 1, 2026, NHC affiliates operate for themselves and third parties 80 skilled nursing facilities with 10,323 beds. NHC affiliates also operate 26 assisted living communities with 1,413 units, nine independent living communities with 775 units, three behavioral health hospitals, 34 homecare agencies, and 33 hospice agencies. NHC’s other services include Alzheimer’s and memory care units, pharmacy services, a rehabilitation services company, and providing management and accounting services to third party post-acute operators. Other information about the company can be found on our web site at www.nhccare.com.

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