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Albertsons Companies(ACI)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 20 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+0.77% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$13.08
11/13/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ACI

11/13/2026: ACI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Albertsons Companies is a major US-based grocery and pharmacy retailer known for its broad portfolio of regional supermarket banners. The company benefits from a defensive, necessity-based business model, significant scale, and a growing emphasis on digital loyalty and delivery. Its main investment appeal lies in stable cash flows and consistent dividend payments, making it a strong fit for income-oriented and value-conscious investors. Key risks include intense price competition from national discount retailers, debt management, and the execution complexities of integrating regional operations. Retail investors should monitor the company's ability to maintain margins amidst inflationary pressures and its progress in digital store transformation.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is steady rather than explosive, tied primarily to industry consolidation and incremental digital gains.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock generally tracks industry trends rather than exhibiting high-momentum breakout patterns.
Value investorStrong fitAlbertsons often trades at valuation multiples that are attractive relative to its steady cash generation.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company provides a stable, consistent dividend yield supported by a reliable, necessity-based business model.
Low-risk investorStrong fitAs a consumer staple retailer, Albertsons offers lower volatility compared to cyclical sectors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumRetail stocks can fluctuate based on broader consumer sentiment and inflationary data.
Valuation riskLowThe stock is generally priced for moderate expectations, limiting the downside of extreme overvaluation.
Competition risk (Grocery/Retail)HighIntense competition from discount players like Walmart puts continuous pressure on margins.
Business qualityMediumThe business has a solid, necessary franchise, but operates in a low-margin, high-labor-cost environment.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is supported by consistent cash flow, making it a relatively secure income source.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on managing complex supply chains and integrating regional grocery banners.

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 6.15B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14.12
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14.12
Volume (30-day avg) 9.2M shares
Beta 0.23
52 Weeks Range 10.72 - 18.14
Updated Date 11/14/2026
52 Weeks Range 10.72 - 18.14
Updated Date 11/14/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.86%
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.02

Sector & Industry Intelligence

Sector

Consumer Defensive

Defensive
Sentiment
Correction Expected
Momentum
BUY Breadth Improving
BUY participation
95.0%
Active BUY / eligible
19 / 20
30-Day BUY Count Change
+13
Market state
Correction Expected

More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.

Industry

Industry classification is unavailable for this snapshot.

Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -26.87%
Avg. Invested days 31
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ACI receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ACI has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-77.3%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.6%), moderate revenue growth (+3.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ACI's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (0.6% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is ACI's strongest growth driver at +3.5% FY2026 versus FY2025 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-77.3%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-29.6%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 96.7% and approximately 65.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.92% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Cerberus Capital Management LP 32.27%
BlackRock Inc 9.15%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.93%
NORGES BANK 3.63%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 3.44%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ACI generates approximately $272 of gross profit, $9 of operating income, and $6 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Weak margins explain the 2-star rating, with moderate cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.82%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ACI has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
In-Store RetailGrocery, perishable goods, and household products sold through physical store locations.This is the primary engine of the company, driven by steady, daily customer foot traffic.
Pharmacy & HealthPrescription fulfillment and clinical health services.Provides a high-margin, sticky service that encourages recurring customer visits.
Digital & DeliveryOnline ordering, home delivery, and click-and-collect services.A growing segment that is essential for remaining competitive in the modern retail landscape.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 8.24
Enterprise Value 21.84B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.07
Enterprise Value 21.84B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.07
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.26
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.98
Shares Outstanding 470.48M
Shares Floating 310.14M
Shares Outstanding 470.48M
Shares Floating 310.14M
Percent Insiders 1.92
Percent Institutions 96.68

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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