Money moves
SNF REITs Post Strong First Week of Trading
Healthcare REIT stocks with significant SNF exposure gained an average of 2.3% in the first three trading days of 2026, outpacing broader market indices.
Policy watch
CMS Previews January Care Compare Data Update
The upcoming refresh will include Q3 2025 quality measure data and updated staffing information from PBJ reporting periods through September.
Heads up
Winter Storm Impacts Northeast Operations
Facilities from Pennsylvania to Maine activated emergency staffing protocols as a major storm system brought heavy snow and transportation disruptions.
Deal watch
JP Morgan Healthcare Conference Approaches
Senior care operators and investors prepare for next week's conference, with multiple management meetings and potential deal announcements expected.
The bottom line
First full weekend of 2026 sees markets optimistic, weather challenging, and the industry gearing up for healthcare's biggest annual gathering.