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Albertsons Companies(ACI)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ACI
09/15/2026: ACI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Albertsons Companies is a major player in the US grocery and pharmacy retail sector, managing a wide range of regional supermarket banners. The company benefits from a strong physical footprint and a growing portfolio of high-margin private label products. Its primary growth narrative is currently centered on the potential merger with Kroger, which aims to improve competitive scale. However, investors must consider the significant risks posed by the ongoing regulatory challenges, high debt levels, and intense pressure from e-commerce giants. The stock may suit value-oriented investors seeking defensive exposure, though the outcome of pending merger litigation remains a critical development for market participants to monitor.
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely driven by consolidation, which faces significant regulatory uncertainty. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is highly dependent on news flow regarding the potential Kroger merger. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at low valuation multiples relative to historical earnings. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company offers a reliable dividend yield supported by steady grocery demand. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While groceries are defensive, regulatory risk and debt levels create volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Merger news often triggers sharp price swings in ACI stock. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | The stock's value is currently tethered to the outcome of pending litigation/mergers. |
| Competition risk (Grocery) | High | Market share erosion from low-cost retailers and e-commerce is a permanent threat. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business operates on thin margins requiring consistent execution. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are reliable but capital growth depends on wider corporate strategy. |
| Execution risk | High | Successfully managing large-scale integrations and regulatory requirements is essential. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -26.12% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.17B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 79.5 | 1Y Target Price 14.19 |
Price to earnings Ratio 79.5 | 1Y Target Price 14.19 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7.0M shares | Beta 0.2 | 52 Weeks Range 10.86 - 19.18 | Updated Date 09/15/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 10.86 - 19.18 | Updated Date 09/15/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 5.13% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.16 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Food Retail | Grocery, perishables, and center-store items. | This is the primary revenue engine from brick-and-mortar stores. |
| Pharmacy & Health | Prescriptions and clinical health services. | A key service that drives recurring store visits. |
| Digital & Services | Online ordering, delivery, and loyalty program. | This segment is critical for staying relevant against e-commerce competitors. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 79.5 | Forward PE 6.29 | Enterprise Value 21.58B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.07 |
Enterprise Value 21.58B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.07 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.54 | Shares Outstanding 485.33M | Shares Floating 324.98M |
Shares Outstanding 485.33M | Shares Floating 324.98M | ||
Percent Insiders 1.2 | Percent Institutions 96.52 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
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)
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)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Albertsons Companies
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Boise, ID, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-06-26 | CEO & Director Ms. Susan D. Morris | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Grocery Stores | Full time employees 275000 | |
Full time employees 275000 | |||
Albertsons Companies, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates in the food and drug retail industry in the United States. The company's food and drug retail stores offer grocery products, general merchandise, health and beauty care products, pharmacy, vaccines, fuel, and other items and services. It also operates stores under various banners, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Star Market, United Supermarkets, Market Street, Haggen, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market; and in-store pharmacies and branded coffee shops, fuel centers, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities, as well as various digital platforms. Albertsons Companies, Inc. was founded in 1860 and is headquartered in Boise, Idaho.
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