10 Worst Performing Mid Cap Stocks to Buy According to Analysts

3. PACS Group Inc. (NYSE:PACS)

6-Month Performance as of February 26: -67.55%

Upside Potential as of February 26: 78.04%

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 31

PACS Group Inc. (NYSE:PACS) provides senior care services in the US and operates a network of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Focused on acquiring and managing healthcare properties, it delivers a range of services, which include independent living and specialized care. The aim is to address the diverse needs of the senior population.

It’s aggressively expanding its post-acute care facility operations through strategic acquisitions. In November 2024, it acquired 8 facilities in Pennsylvania, adding 1,199 beds and entering a new state. In December 2024, it acquired 11 facilities in Tennessee, adding 1,310 beds and expanding its presence to 17 states. In the first quarter of 2025, PACS Group Inc. (NYSE:PACS) expects to acquire its 12th nursing facility of this period. The company employs a flexible acquisition strategy, using both lease and purchase models. Currently, it operates over 314 facilities with more than 40,000 employees, serving nearly 30,000 patients daily.

These expansions are expected to drive revenue growth and increase market share. However, analyst opinions vary. Macquarie lowered its price target to $24 from $42, while maintaining an Outperform rating. Truist Financial lowered its target to $32 from $46 but also maintained a Buy rating.