Ingles Markets [IMKTA] vs Albertsons [ACI] Detailed Stock Comparison
Ingles Markets
NASDAQ
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Albertsons
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Ingles Markets wins in 10 metrics, Albertsons wins in 10 metrics, with 0 ties. Both stocks appear equally matched on key metrics.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Ingles Markets | Albertsons | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 24.27 | 12.97 | Albertsons |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 0.86 | 3.61 | Ingles Markets |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 34.39 | 418.88 | Ingles Markets |
| PEG Ratio | -1.38 | 9.37 | Ingles Markets |
| EV/EBITDA | 6.69 | 6.96 | Ingles Markets |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 1.05% | 1.19% | Albertsons |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 2.45% | 2.13% | Ingles Markets |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 2.45% | 2.13% | Ingles Markets |
| Return on Equity | 3.59% | 31.26% | Albertsons |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 2.72% | 4.74% | Albertsons |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $51.66M | $749.40M | Albertsons |
| Dividend Yield | 1.21% | 1.85% | Albertsons |
| 1-Year Return | 13.59% | -6.46% | Ingles Markets |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.26 | 0.15 | Albertsons |
| Enterprise Value | $1.59B | $26.07B | Albertsons |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 0.30 | 0.32 | Ingles Markets |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 24.31% | 27.39% | Albertsons |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $282 | $139 | Ingles Markets |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.98 | $1.64 | Ingles Markets |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.76 | 0.31 | Albertsons |
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Ingles Markets vs Albertsons Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingles Markets | -1.40% | 5.25% | 3.85% | 9.06% | 15.62% | 12.51% |
| Albertsons | -3.34% | -1.03% | -9.99% | -20.75% | -24.14% | -11.60% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingles Markets | 13.59% | -11.91% | 87.60% | 48.50% | 317.55% | 360.34% |
| Albertsons | -6.46% | -28.86% | 21.88% | 12.49% | 12.49% | 12.49% |
News Based Sentiment: Ingles Markets vs Albertsons
Ingles Markets
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October brought a blend of positive and negative developments for Ingles Markets. While the stock saw a slight increase and analysts suggest undervaluation, the company faces challenges from hurricane damage, a concerning debt position, and projected earnings declines. This creates a mixed investment picture requiring careful monitoring.
Albertsons
News based Sentiment: MIXED
Albertsons delivered a positive earnings surprise in Q1, driving analyst upgrades and institutional investment. However, the anticipated decline in Q2 earnings and increasing regulatory pressures create uncertainty, resulting in a mixed overall investment story for the month.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Ingles Markets vs Albertsons
| Metric | IMKTA | ACI |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.37B | $12.25B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 104,710 | 4,284,150 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 111,790 | 4,434,347 |
| Last Close | $71.31 | $16.80 |
| 52 Week Range | $58.92 - $75.63 | $16.75 - $23.20 |
| % from 52W High | -5.71% | -27.59% |
| All-Time High | $102.99 (Dec 12, 2022) | $37.99 (Mar 07, 2022) |
| % from All-Time High | -30.76% | -55.78% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.03% | 0.03% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.17% | -0.31% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.01% | 0.01% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.02% | 0.02% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.31% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 34.39 | 418.88 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $83.91 | $5.88 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $17.69 | $0.63 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $167.46M | $2.68B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $415,416 | $1.52B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.21% | 1.85% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.85 | $0.39 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Ingles Markets vs Albertsons
| Metric | IMKTA | ACI |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 24.27 | 12.97 |
| Forward P/E | 15.39 | 9.37 |
| PEG Ratio | -1.38 | 9.37 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.26 | 0.15 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 0.86 | 3.61 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.37B | $12.25B |
| Enterprise Value | $1.59B | $26.07B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 0.30 | 0.32 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 6.69 | 6.96 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.76 | 0.31 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $83.91 | $5.88 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Ingles Markets vs Albertsons
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | IMKTA | ACI |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $1.35B | $18.80B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.02B | $13.65B |
| Gross Profit | $327.33M | $5.15B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $37.20M | $312.40M |
| EBITDA | $70.65M | $930.10M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $35.25M | $218.20M |
| Income Tax | $9.06M | $46.40M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $26.20M | $171.80M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | IMKTA | ACI |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $297.33M | $293.60M |
| Total Current Assets | $909.16M | $6.56B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $285.41M | $7.25B |
| Long-Term Debt | $530.05M | $13.42B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.57B | $3.39B |
| Retained Earnings | $1.56B | $1.49B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $1.55B | $6.15B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | IMKTA | ACI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $55.57M | $805.90M |
| Capital Expenditures | $163,754 | $-484.50M |
| Free Cash Flow | $38.86M | $274.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-8.14M | $-19.70M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | IMKTA | ACI |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 963,256 | 19.04M |
| Short Ratio | 8.91 | 4.23 |
| Short % of Float | 0.09% | 0.05% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 104,710 | 4,284,150 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 111,790 | 4,434,347 |
| Shares Outstanding | 18.99M | 575.44M |
| Float Shares | 13.55M | 413.39M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.15% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.92% | 0.74% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Ingles Markets vs Albertsons
| Metric | IMKTA | ACI |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.21% | 1.85% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.74 | $2.73 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.22% | 3.33% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $2.21 | $8.20 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Oct 09, 2025 | Jan 24, 2025 |