ACI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACI - Albertsons Companies, Inc.
$17.45
0.44 (2.59%)
▲
5d:
+2.11%
30d:
+2.05%
90d:
+1.63%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 21, 2026
17d
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Strength: 5.3/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ACI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ACI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$22.94
Based on 5.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$14.25
Trading above fair value
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 7.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ACI is currently trading at $17.45, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $16.86 to $17.83. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 7.6) is in line with its historical norms (7.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.0% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACI is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $17.55. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ACI has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $22.06 (+26.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACI is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $17.55. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ACI has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $22.06 (+26.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$16.86 -
$17.83
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 26.4% below Wall St target ($22.06)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$16.86 -
$17.83
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$16.39
Resistance Level
$17.55
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Apr 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.59
Wall Street Target
$22.06
(+26.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-20.3%
Profit Margin
1.1%
PE vs Historical
7.6 vs 7.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$17.45
(0%)
2-Year Target
$17.45
(0%)
3-Year Target
$17.45
(0%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→8)
$17.48
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.6, Growth: 7.2%)
$58.24
(+234%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.6, Growth: 7.2%)
$21.49
(+23%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.5, Growth: 7.2%)
$18.26
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 11.23 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.54
Bull Case
$28.40
(+66%)
Analyst growth 49.3%, PE expands to 12.4
Base Case
$25.82
(+51%)
Market implied 49.3%, PE stable at 11.2
Bear Case
$11.76
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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7
Buys
3
Sells
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