This study aims to verify the influence of the pandemic on the economic and financial results of the companies included in the health sub-sectors of B3. The sample consisted of 22 companies with data treated by test Wilcoxon and panel regression. The results indicate that the firms were able to meet their short- and long-term obligations. The medical services subsector (hospitals, analysis, and diagnostics) showing the worst results with significant increase in third-party capital and a reduction in net margin and profitability. This study expands on the scarce literature on the health sector, which is critical to the well-being and economy of Brazilians and evidence to stakeholders that economic-financial results differs between subsectors.
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