ACI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACI - Albertsons Companies, Inc.
$13.91
0.29 (2.13%)
▲
5d:
-6.39%
30d:
-14.51%
90d:
-18.8%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 21, 2026
26d
Smart Money Accumulation
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Strength: 6.0/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ACI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: ACI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$22.12
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$13.73
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 7.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ACI is currently trading at $13.91, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $14.66 to $16.53. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 6.1) compared to its historical average (7.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACI is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $13.31, while resistance sits at $16.20.
Market Sentiment: ACI has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.94 (+50.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACI is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $13.31, while resistance sits at $16.20.
Market Sentiment: ACI has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.94 (+50.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$14.66 -
$16.53
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 50.5% below Wall St target ($20.94)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-6.4%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$14.66 -
$16.53
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$13.31
Resistance Level
$16.20
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 23, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.07
Wall Street Target
$20.94
(+50.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-20.3%
Profit Margin
0.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
6.1 vs 7.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.03
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$12.21
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$11.44
(-18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→7)
$13.96
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 6.9%)
$60.96
(+338%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.1, Growth: 6.9%)
$16.98
(+22%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.2, Growth: 6.9%)
$14.43
(+4%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (35x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (6x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 35.04 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.40
Bull Case
$30.83
(+122%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 38.5
Base Case
$28.03
(+102%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 35.0
Bear Case
$9.53
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 29.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 6.1 to 7.4
Stabilization Target:
$16.97
(+22.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+22.0%
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Last updated: June 24, 2026 3:30 AM ET
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Buys
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Sells
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