ACHC

FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (“Acadia” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ACHC) issues the below summary notice of proposed settlement as provided for in the September 1, 2026 order providing preliminary approval issued by the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee. UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT MIDDLE DISTRICT OF TENNESSEE NASHVILLE DIVISION IN RE ACADIA HEALTHCARE COMPANY, INC. STOCKHOLDER DERIVATIVE LITIGATION Lead Case No. 3:19-cv-00167.

ACHC shares have doubled YTD as a raised 2026 outlook, stronger cash flow and new facility openings bolster its rebound.

ACHC is converting capacity expansion into stronger cash flow as new facilities mature, patient volumes rise and capital spending stays disciplined.

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Shareholders are encouraged to contact the firm to discuss their rights and options at no cost or obligation. We would handle any matter on a contingent fee basis, whereby you would not be responsible for out-of-pocket payment of our legal fees or expenses.

Acadia Healthcare (ACHC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Shareholders are encouraged to contact the firm to discuss their rights and options at no cost or obligation. We would handle any matter on a contingent fee basis, whereby you would not be responsible for out-of-pocket payment of our legal fees or expenses.

Acadia Healthcare Company is a leading pure-play behavioral healthcare provider with 279 facilities and a growing patient base. ACHC's revenue continues to climb, but profitability is pressured by rising labor costs and a tight labor market. Despite higher net leverage and volatile cash flows, shares appear attractively priced on an absolute basis.

Acadia Healthcare is rated BUY, driven by a robust capacity expansion pipeline and strong macro demand for mental health services. ACHC's defensible moat stems from its scale—279 facilities, 12.6k beds—positioning it as the largest independent U.S. behavioral healthcare provider. Forward EV/EBITDA of 8.8x reflects a 30% discount to the sector median and 17% below its five-year average, supporting valuation upside.