Globenewswire·2026-01-21 16:00Core Insights - Alignment Healthcare, Inc. has been recognized in the 2026 Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list, marking its debut in this prestigious ranking after five years of being public [1][2] - The recognition highlights Alignment's leadership, innovation, and operational capabilities as perceived by executives and analysts in the Health Care: Insurance and Managed Care category [2] Company Performance - The company has achieved a 100% enrollment of its health plan members in plans rated 4 stars or higher by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the second consecutive year [7] - Alignment has attained CMS' highest rating of 5 stars for its HMO contract in Nevada and North Carolina for the fourth consecutive year [7] - The company has been recognized as one of Newsweek's World's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years [7] - Alignment has been named a 2026 Best Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage by U.S. News & World Report in all five states where it operates: Arizona, California, Nevada, North Carolina, and Texas [7] Technology and Innovation - Alignment's approach combines clinical excellence and operational rigor with data-driven insights, utilizing its technology platform, AVA®, which integrates data from multiple sources for proactive care [3] - The company emphasizes a commitment to senior care, aiming to change the trajectory of senior health through innovative care models [3][4] Industry Recognition - The Fortune survey evaluates approximately 1,500 companies, including the largest U.S. companies ranked by revenue and non-U.S. companies in the Fortune Global 500 database, with revenues of $10 billion or more [5] - Companies must rank in the top half of their industry category to be included in the final list, showcasing Alignment's competitive standing [5]