Mid-cap companies (those with a market cap between $2B to $10B) occupy the market's sweet spot. They are past the survival risks of early-stage growth but still nimble enough to capitalize on new opportunities. These are often regional powerhouses, category leaders, or companies in the process of scaling proven business models.

This positioning creates a coverage gap that savvy researchers can exploit. Mid-caps typically have established revenue streams and operational expertise, yet still trade at discounts to their large-cap peers despite comparable growth prospects. Many are acquisition targets for industry giants looking to buy rather than build, or they're future large-caps caught in transition.

Below are the highest rated mid-cap stocks in our research portfolio.