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Albertsons Companies (ACI) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Albertsons Companies stock (ACI) is currently trading at $17.29. Albertsons Companies PE ratio is 11.24. Albertsons Companies PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.12. Analyst consensus price target for ACI is $22.00. WallStSmart rates ACI as Underperform.

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ACI

Albertsons Companies

NYSECONSUMER DEFENSIVE
$17.29
$0.05 (-0.29%)
52W$15.66
$22.50
Target$22.00+27.2%

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ACI Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Albertsons Companies (ACI)

Margin of Safety
-69.3%
Significantly Overvalued
ACI Fair Value
$10.47
Graham Formula
Current Price
$17.29
$6.82 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $10.47
Overvalued
Price $17.29
Graham IV $10.47
Analyst $22.00

ACI trades 69% above its Graham fair value of $10.47, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Albertsons Companies (ACI) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, return on equity, price/sales. Concerns around operating margin and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Albertsons Companies (ACI) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 9.0/10
Return on EquityProfitability
29.70%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $30 in profit

Price/SalesValuation
0.1210/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Institutional Own.Quality
73.63%10/10

73.63% of shares held by major funds and institutions

PEG RatioValuation
1.498/10

Good growth relative to its price

Market CapQuality
$9.51B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
11.24
Undervalued
Forward P/E
7.45
Attractive
Trailing P/E
11.24
Undervalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.116
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.295
Undervalued
ACI Target Price
$22
26% Upside

Albertsons Companies (ACI) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 1.8/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-20.30%0/10

Earnings declining -20.30%, profits shrinking

Operating MarginProfitability
2.89%1/10

Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure

Revenue GrowthGrowth
1.90%2/10

Revenue growing slowly at 1.90% annually

Profit MarginProfitability
1.07%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Price/BookValuation
3.564/10

Premium pricing at 3.6x book value

Albertsons Companies (ACI) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 53/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 1.8/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Price/Sales, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.49), Price/Sales (0.12) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 29.70%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (3.56) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 1.90%, EPS Growth at -20.30%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 2.89%, Profit Margin at 1.07%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 29.70% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 1.90% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Price/Sales) and negatives (EPS Growth, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Albertsons Companies (ACI) · CONSUMER DEFENSIVEGROCERY STORES

The Big Picture

Albertsons Companies is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 81.7B with 190% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 107.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 190% YoY, reaching 81.7B. This pace significantly outperforms most GROCERY STORES peers.

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 2970.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

High Debt Load

Debt-to-equity ratio of 6.17 is elevated. High leverage amplifies both gains and losses and increases financial risk.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can Albertsons Companies maintain 190%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 3.5%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Debt management: total debt of 15.4B is significantly higher than cash (201M). Monitor refinancing risk.

Sector dynamics: monitor GROCERY STORES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Albertsons Companies.

Bottom Line

Albertsons Companies offers an attractive blend of growth (190% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(212 last 3 months)

Total Buys
130
Total Sells
82
Mar 11, 2026(1 transaction)
WITHERS, MICHAEL
EVP Retail Operations West
Sell
Shares
-6,403

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 3:42:52 PM

About Albertsons Companies(ACI)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

CONSUMER DEFENSIVE

Industry

GROCERY STORES

Country

USA

Albertsons Companies, Inc. participates in the pharmacy and food operation in the United States.

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