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ACI

Albertsons Companies, Inc.

Consumer StaplesFood Retail$8.1B

Jul21Tue

Pre-Earnings Brief

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Company Snapshot

Albertsons Companies, Inc. is a major player in the food retail sector, operating supermarkets and grocery stores across the United States....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and attract customers, which is vital in the competitive retail market.

N/A

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ACI Q1-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Albertsons Companies, Inc. is a major player in the food retail sector, operating supermarkets and grocery stores across the United States. As a part of the consumer staples sector, it plays a crucial role in providing essential goods to consumers, especially during times of economic uncertainty.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+14.81%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.60%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Albertsons reported an EPS of $0.48, exceeding estimates by 22.14%. However, the stock price fell 3.03% the following day, indicating market skepticism despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations for Albertsons' upcoming earnings are mixed, with the market anticipating a potential earnings beat based on historical performance. However, concerns about revenue growth and market competition may weigh on investor sentiment.

Bull Case

If Albertsons can demonstrate strong same-store sales growth and maintain or improve its profit margins, it could signal robust demand and operational efficiency, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports disappointing revenue figures or fails to provide clear guidance on future growth, it could lead to a significant sell-off, especially given the stock's recent volatility.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the same-store sales growth be for this quarter?

This metric is crucial as it indicates how well existing stores are performing amidst competitive pressures and changing consumer behavior.

How does management plan to address rising costs and maintain profit margins?

With inflation impacting food prices, understanding management's strategy for cost control will be vital for assessing future profitability.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Albertsons' ability to drive same-store sales growth despite competitive pressures, as historical performance shows resilience in challenging environments.

Supporting Evidence

Albertsons has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past eight quarters, indicating strong operational execution.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility, which could indicate underlying strength.

Recent trends in consumer spending show a shift towards grocery and essential goods, which could benefit Albertsons.

Key Risk

If same-store sales growth comes in below 2%, it could undermine the bullish narrative and lead to a reassessment of the company's growth prospects.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around the company's ability to sustain growth in a challenging retail environment while managing costs effectively.

Bull Confirmed If

A same-store sales growth of +5% or better would confirm strong consumer demand and operational efficiency.

Bear Confirmed If

A same-store sales decline or flat growth would raise concerns about market competitiveness and consumer spending.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±16.82%

Historical Avg

±4.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move of approximately 16.82%, suggesting that traders expect notable volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±16.8% while ACI has averaged ±4.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

28.8%

Calls (28K)P/C Ratio: 0.57Puts (25K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Staples in the last 2 years. 18 of 27 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.7%, with a raw directional average of +1.7% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Albertsons beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 4.81%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious commentary is provided, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors weigh future growth prospects.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history indicates a potential decline of about 4.81%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies in response to inflation.
2Details on customer traffic trends and how they are affecting sales.
3Insights into the competitive landscape and how Albertsons plans to differentiate itself.
4Management's outlook on future growth and expansion plans.
5Any commentary on supply chain challenges and their impact on operations.

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Company Snapshot

Albertsons Companies, Inc. is a major player in the food retail sector, operating supermarkets and grocery stores across the United States....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and attract customers, which is vital in the competitive retail market.

N/A

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

ACI Q1-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+14.81%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.60%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Albertsons reported an EPS of $0.48, exceeding estimates by 22.14%. However, the stock price fell 3.03% the following day, indicating market skepticism despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

Bear Case

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the same-store sales growth be for this quarter?

This metric is crucial as it indicates how well existing stores are performing amidst competitive pressures and changing consumer behavior.

How does management plan to address rising costs and maintain profit margins?

With inflation impacting food prices, understanding management's strategy for cost control will be vital for assessing future profitability.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Albertsons' ability to drive same-store sales growth despite competitive pressures, as historical performance shows resilience in challenging environments.

Supporting Evidence

Albertsons has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past eight quarters, indicating strong operational execution.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility, which could indicate underlying strength.

Recent trends in consumer spending show a shift towards grocery and essential goods, which could benefit Albertsons.

Key Risk

If same-store sales growth comes in below 2%, it could undermine the bullish narrative and lead to a reassessment of the company's growth prospects.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around the company's ability to sustain growth in a challenging retail environment while managing costs effectively.

Bull Confirmed If

A same-store sales growth of +5% or better would confirm strong consumer demand and operational efficiency.

Bear Confirmed If

A same-store sales decline or flat growth would raise concerns about market competitiveness and consumer spending.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±16.82%

Historical Avg

±4.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move of approximately 16.82%, suggesting that traders expect notable volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±16.8% while ACI has averaged ±4.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

28.8%

Calls (28K)P/C Ratio: 0.57Puts (25K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Albertsons beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 4.81%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious commentary is provided, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors weigh future growth prospects.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history indicates a potential decline of about 4.81%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies in response to inflation.
2Details on customer traffic trends and how they are affecting sales.
3Insights into the competitive landscape and how Albertsons plans to differentiate itself.
4Management's outlook on future growth and expansion plans.
5Any commentary on supply chain challenges and their impact on operations.