ARMK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ARMK - ARAMARK
$59.77
0.40 (0.67%)
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5d:
-4.2%
30d:
+4.86%
90d:
+15.77%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 11, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ARMK is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 6.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ARMK is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 6.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$93.54
Based on 13.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$58.08
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 17.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ARMK is currently trading at $59.77, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $56.15 to $59.87. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 21.3) compared to its historical average (17.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 6.3% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARMK is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $55.22, while resistance sits at $62.65.
Market Sentiment: ARMK scores 13/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $67.97 (+13.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARMK is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $55.22, while resistance sits at $62.65.
Market Sentiment: ARMK scores 13/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $67.97 (+13.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$56.15 -
$59.87
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
39.5%
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- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (13/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($67.97)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 6.3% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$56.15 -
$59.87
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$55.22
Resistance Level
$62.65
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.33
Wall Street Target
$67.97
(+13.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
33.3%
Profit Margin
1.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+6.3% premium
PE vs Historical
21.3 vs 17.8
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+6.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$63.54
(+6%)
2-Year Target
$67.54
(+13%)
3-Year Target
$71.79
(+20%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21â18)
PE COMPRESSION
$59.92
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.3, Growth: 23.2%)
$111.70
(+87%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 23.2%)
$105.12
(+76%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 23.2%)
$89.35
(+50%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (42x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (21x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 41.81 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.42
Bull Case
$128.90
(+116%)
Analyst growth 97.4%, PE expands to 46.0
Base Case
$117.18
(+96%)
Market implied 97.4%, PE stable at 41.8
Bear Case
$40.37
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 35.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 1:17 PM ET
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