Humana and Alignment Healthcare Shares Surge on Medicare Rating Changes

Key Facts

Shares of Humana and Alignment Healthcare surged following changes to Medicare star ratings. Investing.com reported that these regulatory updates triggered significant upward momentum for both insurers, as star ratings directly impact bonus payments and enrollment attractiveness for Medicare Advantage plans.

Humana (HUM) closed at $396.51 on October 7, 2026, after reaching a session high of $410.01. Meanwhile, Alignment Healthcare (ALHC) closed at $8.55 on October 7, 2026, with the stock trading between a day low of $8.26 and a high of $8.79 during the session.