ALHC stock soars to 52-week high, hits $18.97 amid robust gains

Published 03/04/2025, 20:16
ALHC stock soars to 52-week high, hits $18.97 amid robust gains

In a remarkable display of market performance, Alignment Healthcare LLC (ALHC) stock has reached a 52-week high, touching $18.97. The healthcare provider, now commanding a market capitalization of $3.62 billion, has demonstrated impressive revenue growth of 48.25% over the last twelve months according to InvestingPro data. This milestone underscores a period of significant growth for the company, which has seen an impressive 301.49% change over the past year. While investors have shown increased confidence in ALHC’s business model and growth prospects, InvestingPro analysis indicates the stock is slightly overvalued at current levels. The company’s strategic initiatives and operational advancements have contributed to the stock’s robust ascent, though InvestingPro Tips highlight both strengths and challenges, including strong recent returns but weak gross profit margins of 10.97%. Discover 8 more exclusive InvestingPro Tips and access comprehensive analysis through the Pro Research Report, available with an InvestingPro subscription.

In other recent news, Alignment Healthcare has reported impressive financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024, surpassing analysts’ expectations with an EPS of -0.16, compared to the forecast of -0.18. The company’s revenue also exceeded projections, reaching $701.2 million against the expected $674.97 million. This performance highlights Alignment Healthcare’s strong growth trajectory, with total revenue for 2024 reaching $2.7 billion, marking a 48% increase year-over-year. Additionally, the company achieved its first year of adjusted EBITDA profitability, a significant milestone in its financial journey.

Further solidifying investor confidence, Raymond (NSE:RYMD) James increased its price target for Alignment Healthcare to $19.00 from $14.00, maintaining a Strong Buy rating. This decision follows the company’s robust performance, including a membership growth of approximately 59% and a top-line growth of 51%, both surpassing estimates. Piper Sandler also expressed confidence in Alignment Healthcare’s future by raising the price target to $21.00 from $14.00 and maintaining an Overweight rating, citing the company’s effective strategies and high Star Ratings.

Looking ahead, Alignment Healthcare has provided optimistic guidance for 2025, forecasting revenue between $3.72 billion and $3.78 billion, with a projected adjusted gross profit ranging from $415 million to $445 million. The company anticipates a membership growth to between 227,000 and 233,000 by the end of 2025. These developments reflect Alignment Healthcare’s strategic positioning and its ongoing efforts to expand and enhance its healthcare services across various markets.

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