ACRE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACRE - Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation
$4.64
-0.08 (-1.80%)
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5d:
-9.82%
30d:
-10.0%
90d:
-10.35%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 07, 2026
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Strength: 10.0/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ACRE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: ACRE 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
$27.26
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$16.93
72.6% Margin of Safety
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ACRE is currently trading at $4.63, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $4.89 to $5.31. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.4) compared to its historical average (25.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 30.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 1598.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACRE is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $4.62. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $5.38 (+13.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACRE is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $4.62. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $5.38 (+13.9%). 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
$4.89 -
$5.31
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Options IV Signal
49th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
75.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 49th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($5.38)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -9.8% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$4.89 -
$5.31
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.33
(7.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$4.62
Resistance Level
$5.33
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.43
Wall Street Target
$5.38
(+13.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-88.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
1598.1%
Profit Margin
-36.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-30.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.4 vs 25.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-30.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$4.25
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$3.82
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$3.44
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→25)
$10.21
(+116%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 30.2%)
$27.26
(+478%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.4, Growth: 30.2%)
$10.43
(+121%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.2, Growth: 30.2%)
$8.86
(+88%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.4 to 25.0
Stabilization Target:
$14.00
(+196.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+196.6%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 15, 2026 1:03 PM ET
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Technical Signals Check
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
3
Sells
Net
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