
Albertsons Companies (ACI) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Albertsons Companies (ACI) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Albertsons Companies's strong outlook is supported by its strategic focus on enhancing customer value, leveraging technology advancements, and fostering growth through its private brand portfolio. The company's initiatives to improve digital engagement, alongside its robust pharmacy services—which have a significantly higher customer lifetime value—are poised to drive increased sales and earnings. Additionally, with a strong history of strategic acquisitions, including the merger with Safeway, Albertsons is well-positioned to capitalize on market opportunities and maintain competitive advantages in the supermarket sector.
Bears say
The fundamental outlook for Albertsons Companies is negative due to several economic pressures, including lower consumer spending, population migration, and job losses, which could adversely affect the company's financial performance. Additionally, fluctuations in food inflation and deflation pose risks to both sales growth and profit margins, further challenging the firm's earnings potential. The current trading multiple of approximately 5.0x projected EBITDA is significantly below its historical average of 6.2x and diverges from the higher multiple observed for competitors like Kroger, indicating potential undervaluation and weaker market confidence in Albertsons.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Albertsons Companies and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Albertsons Companies (ACI) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
Start investing in Albertsons Companies (ACI)
Order type
Buy in
Order amount
Est. shares
0 shares