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CTRE · 10-Q filed May 7, 2026

CTRE earnings analysis

What we found in CTRE's 10-Q: the parts that mattered, the offsets in the same document, and what the company said about what comes next.

Our reading of the filing · Free to read, no account needed

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) demonstrated strong growth in Q1 2026, surpassing prior revenue projections with a reported revenue of $138 million and diluted EPS of $0.52, above estimates of $135.3 million and $0.48. The company also indicated ongoing positive forward momentum despite facing headwinds from rising operational costs and market volatility.

What stood out

The parts that mattered.

Pulled out of the filing itself, with the figures the company reported.

Significant Revenue Increase
Revenue reached $138 million in Q1 2026, an increase from $107 million in the prior quarter and $72 million a year ago, reflecting a 59% year-over-year growth.
Improved EPS
Q1 2026 EPS came in at $0.52 compared to $0.35 in Q1 2025, demonstrating a substantial improvement in profitability.
Increased Operating Cash Flow
Net cash provided by operating activities was $90.4 million, up from $71.4 million in the same quarter last year, reflecting enhanced operational performance.
No Impairment Charges
No impairment of real estate investments was recorded in Q1 2026, compared to $2.0 million in the previous quarter.
Strategic Acquisitions
During Q1 2026, CTRE completed acquisitions totaling $141.2 million, contributing to revenue growth.
Positive Forward Guidance
Management expressed optimism about continued growth in revenue and earnings in Q2 2026.
What to watch

And the other side of it.

The offsets in the same document — the things a summary that only listed the good news would have left out.

High Free Cash Flow Deficit
Free cash flow showed a negative trend with significant outflows in previous quarters, raising liquidity concerns.
Rising Operational Costs
Implementation of California’s SB 525 will escalate minimum wage costs for healthcare workers starting June 2026, threatening tenant profitability.
Interest Rate Volatility
Increased interest rates due to macroeconomic factors could impact financing costs and ability to service debt.
The numbers

What they reported.

What the company itself reported, taken out of the document.

Earnings per share
$0.52
Guidance

What they said about what is next.

Management anticipates continued growth in revenue and earnings for Q2 2026.

How we read the filing overall

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