Albertsons Shares Assigned 'Hold' Rating by Analysts

Average price target set at $21.58 per share

Apr. 18, 2026 at 10:52am

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Shares of Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:ACI) have been assigned an average 'Hold' recommendation by the 17 brokerages currently covering the grocery retailer. Analysts have set an average 12-month price target of $21.58 per share, with a range of $20 to $26.

Why it matters

Albertsons is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the U.S., operating a portfolio of grocery store banners. Analyst ratings and price targets can impact investor sentiment and the company's stock performance as it navigates the competitive grocery landscape.

The details

The average recommendation comes from a mix of sell, hold, and buy ratings from the 17 brokerages. Several firms have recently adjusted their price targets, with Citigroup decreasing its target to $22 and UBS lowering its outlook to $20. However, JPMorgan Chase and others maintain overweight or buy ratings on the stock.

  • Albertsons reported Q4 2025 earnings on April 14, 2026.
  • The company will pay a quarterly dividend of $0.17 per share on May 8, 2026.

The players

Albertsons Companies, Inc.

One of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, operating a diversified portfolio of grocery store banners.

Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft

A global investment bank that initiated coverage on Albertsons with a 'hold' rating.

Citigroup

A multinational investment bank that decreased its price target for Albertsons to $22 per share.

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

A global financial services firm that maintained an 'overweight' rating on Albertsons stock.

UBS Group

A Swiss multinational investment bank that lowered its price target for Albertsons to $20 per share.

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What’s next

Albertsons will report its full fiscal year 2026 results in the coming months, which will provide more insight into the company's financial performance and outlook.

The takeaway

Albertsons' mixed analyst ratings and price targets reflect the competitive dynamics in the grocery industry, as the company navigates inflation, supply chain challenges, and evolving consumer preferences.