14 Best Mid-Cap Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

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8. Alignment Healthcare Inc. (NASDAQ:ALHC)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 40

Alignment Healthcare Inc. (NASDAQ:ALHC) is one of the best mid-cap growth stocks to buy right now. On January 14, UBS raised its price target on Alignment Healthcare to $21 from $18, while maintaining a Neutral rating.

On January 6, Piper Sandler analyst Jessica Tassan raised the firm’s price target for Alignment Healthcare Inc. (NASDAQ:ALHC) from $20 to $30 and maintained an Overweight rating. The firm updated its financial model to account for strong Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) sales and retention levels during Q4 2025, which are expected to result in higher membership throughout 2026. Additionally, the firm refined estimates for 2027 and introduced new projections for the 2028-2030 period.

JPMorgan also raised its price target for Alignment Healthcare earlier on December 17 from $20 to $23 with an Overweight rating. This adjustment was part of the firm’s 2026 outlook for the healthcare services sector. JPMorgan believes most companies in the space will hit earnings trough in 2026, if they have not already done so in 2025, creating a setup for potential upward revisions in the future.

Alignment Healthcare Inc. (NASDAQ:ALHC) operates a consumer-centric healthcare platform for seniors in the US. The company delivers a customized healthcare experience to meet seniors’ needs through its Medicare Advantage plans.

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