Albany International (AIN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
AIN - Albany International Corp Class A
$60.88
1.83 (3.10%)
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5d:
-0.16%
30d:
+3.57%
90d:
-17.71%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: AIN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: AIN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. 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
$52.42
Based on -3.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$32.55
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 19.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: AIN is currently trading at $60.88, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $58.01 to $61.48. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 19.2) is in line with its historical norms (19.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 98.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AIN is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $61.54. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: AIN scores 62/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AIN is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $61.54. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: AIN scores 62/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$58.01 -
$61.48
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
76.2%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (62/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.1%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($65.67)
- WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$58.01 -
$61.48
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$58.50
Resistance Level
$61.54
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.19
Wall Street Target
$65.67
(+7.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
98.8%
Profit Margin
-4.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
19.2 vs 19.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$60.15
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$59.43
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$58.71
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19â20)
$60.87
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: -11.0%)
$47.17
(+-23%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.2, Growth: -11.0%)
$44.38
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.3, Growth: -11.0%)
$37.72
(-38%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 19.2 to 19.9
Stabilization Target:
$63.12
(+3.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.7%
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