BKD

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE:BKD) is the largest operator of senior living communities in the United States, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee. The company went public in November 2005 and has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion to become a dominant player in the senior housing industry. As of 2024, Brookdale operates approximately 679 communities across the country, serving seniors who require varying levels of care and assistance. The company has weathered significant challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, which severely impacted occupancy rates and operations, but has been on a recovery trajectory with improving financial metrics and operational performance.