In this article, we will discuss the 10 Most Promising Mid-Cap Stocks to Buy According to Analysts.
On June 9, Liz Ann Sonders, Charles Schwab, joined ‘Closing Bell’ on CNBC to discuss the recent market movements, suggesting that the recent sell-off helped alleviate some of the market’s overbought characteristics, which she views as a healthy development. She emphasized that the current rotational nature of the market is likely to persist and that investors must look beneath the surface of the indexes. Sonders views this ongoing rotation itself as a momentum trade that is not going away soon.
Regarding the impact of the upcoming massive IPO, Sonders agreed with market observers like Ed Yardeni that the anticipation of these large offerings has likely contributed to recent volatility in chip stocks. She suggested that the scarcity premium of existing stocks may be diluted by the size of these new offerings, even if their float is relatively low, which has pulled capital away from other names. Despite this, she cautioned against assuming that today’s rebound is an indictment of the idea that investors will rotate out of the tech trade. Saunders clarified that when she referred to the tech trade, she used a lowercase “t,” as she believes that the current build-out of AI and tech infrastructure extends well beyond the large-cap technology sector in the S&P 500. She pointed to the Russell 2000 handily outperforming the S&P 500 and noted that there is a broader participation in this infrastructure build-out that benefits more than just large-cap tech.
Our Methodology
We used screeners to identify promising stocks with market caps between $2 billion and $10 billion and an average upside potential of at least 30%. We limited our final selection to companies that have recently reported noteworthy developments likely to impact investor sentiment. These stocks are also popular among elite hedge funds and are ranked in ascending order of their upside potential.
Note: All data was sourced on June 9.
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10 Most Promising Mid-Cap Stocks to Buy According to Analysts
10. Stantec Inc. (NYSE:STN)
Average Upside Potential: 40.85%
Stantec Inc. (NYSE:STN) is one of the most promising mid-cap stocks to buy according to analysts. On May 26, Stantec, in a joint venture with Jacobs Solutions (NYSE:J), announced it has been selected to deliver Greater Western Water’s five-year infrastructure planning and delivery program in Melbourne, Australia. The initiative focuses on planning and delivering critical water and sewer infrastructure to support long-term regional growth and resilience.
The program will address rapidly increasing demand driven by population growth in Melbourne’s western region, which is expected to more than double by 2050. The joint venture will provide end-to-end engineering and advisory services, including system design, treatment plant development, water resource assessments, and environmental analysis, as well as construction support and standards development.
Stantec Inc. (NYSE:STN) and Jacobs emphasized that the collaboration is designed to improve infrastructure reliability and sustainability while adapting to climate and population pressures. The program will also include social procurement initiatives, partnerships with Indigenous-owned businesses, and local workforce development to support broader community and economic benefits.
Stantec Inc. (NYSE:STN) provides engineering, architecture, environmental consulting, and design services across a wide range of sectors, including transportation, energy, buildings, and infrastructure. Stantec has developed a particularly strong presence in water infrastructure, supporting clients with planning, design, and program management solutions for drinking water, wastewater, flood control, and water-resource management projects around the world.
9. AECOM (NYSE:ACM)
Average Upside Potential: 41.67%
AECOM (NYSE:ACM) is one of the most promising mid-cap stocks to buy according to analysts. On June 8, AECOM announced it had been awarded a nationwide contract by the US Department of Homeland Security to continue providing architecture and engineering services for critical infrastructure modernization across the US and its territories.
The contract covers mission-critical upgrades and renovations for government facilities in all 50 states, as well as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the US Virgin Islands. AECOM’s scope includes facility design, site assessments, environmental services, planning studies, and design-build documentation across a wide range of infrastructure types, including secure, aviation, waterfront, and residential facilities.
The program also supports major initiatives such as the US Coast Guard’s multi-billion-dollar shoreline infrastructure recapitalization under its Force Design 2028 framework. AECOM (NYSE:ACM) emphasized that the award extends its long-standing partnership with DHS components and reinforces its role in delivering large-scale, security-focused infrastructure modernization projects.
AECOM (NYSE:ACM) delivers expert infrastructure consulting services to commercial and government organizations. Its services portfolio includes advising and consultation, engineering solutions, construction, and management services. It provides these services to various segments, including transportation, water, energy, and more. It is also involved in developing and investing in real estate ventures.
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