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ARMK·Aramark

$55.42
-0.03 (-0.05%)
After Hours
High
$55.45
Open
$55.14
Market Cap
14.56B
52W High
$62.89
Low
$54.83
P. Close
$55.42
P/E
38.02
52W Low
$33.50
Fwd P/E
19.59
DailyIQ Est.
$71.58
Inst. Ownership
1.3%
Short Interest
3.14%
Days to Cover
3.5
Technical Score (1D)
27
BEARISH
News Sentiment
74
BULLISH
On the 1D view, ARMK is trending bearish with a score of 27 and declining momentum. The SELL signal is technically clear, and price is deeply oversold. The nuance is sentiment: at 74, it's diverging from the price action, suggesting news flow hasn't caught up to the selling yet. That gap between technicals and sentiment doesn't invalidate the chart-based read, but it does add a wildcard. If sentiment eventually turns to confirm the weakness, the move likely has further to run. If sentiment holds and draws in buyers near $51.92, a base could form before a recovery toward $57.44. Position sizing should reflect the unresolved nature of this split. One tell worth tracking here is whether volume expands on tests of $51.92 or dries up instead - expansion suggests the technical read is starting to attract confirming sellers, while a fade suggests sentiment's steadier tone is the more accurate signal. Until that resolves, $57.44 remains the level that would invalidate the bearish case outright.
LOW TARGET
$47 -15.2%
1 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$69 +23.6%
13 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$75 +35.3%
10 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$47.00 - $75.00
SB / B / H / S / SS
8/11/3/1/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$71.58 (+29.2%)
Bought (1Y)
0 shares
$0
Sold (1Y)
319,547.04 shares
$18.7M
Schilling Christopher T.SVP, Controller and CAO
Tax Withholding1,189.919 shares2026-10-02
Harrington Lauren AEVP and General Counsel
Tax Withholding10,220.12 shares2026-10-02
Charpentier AbigailEVP & Chief HR Officer
Tax Withholding7,405.172 shares2026-10-02
Charpentier AbigailEVP & Chief HR Officer
Tax Withholding1,767.269 shares2026-10-02
ZILLMER JOHN JChief Executive Officer
Tax Withholding67,219.012 shares2026-10-02
64/ 100
Neutral / mixed
Overall: Neutral
✓Revenue growing year over year
✓Positive net margin
✓Positive operating cash flow
Net Margin
1.8%
Revenue CAGR
2.5%
Current Ratio
0.99x
Debt / Equity
2.21x
Return on Equity
10.4%

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.35$0.46$0.58$0.69$0.81Q2'25Q4'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q4'26$0.75 - -
Q2'25$0.40$0.40+0.0%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$5.3B$5.3B$5.3B$5.3B$5.3BQ4'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q4'26$5.3B - -
Q2'25 - - -

Market Data

ARMK Stock Snapshot

BEARISH27/100
$55.42+$0.00 (0.0%)
Market cap
14.56B
P/E ratio
38.0
Day range
$54.83 – $55.45
News sentiment
74/100 · Bullish
Analyst target
$68.50 (+23.6%)
Consensus
Buy · 24 analysts
52-week range+65.4% off low · -11.9% from high
$33.50$62.89
Price $55.42 DailyIQ Est. $71.58

ARMK is on the weaker side of its setup, with little confirmation for a reversal yet. The stock is liquid enough that positioning changes get absorbed without distorting the trend.

Reverse DCF

What growth is priced into ARMK?

RICH

At today's price, Aramark needs to grow free cash flow about 25.2% a year for the next 10 years to justify its valuation at a 8.28% cost of capital. Over its actual history it has compounded free cash flow at 1.3% a year, so the market is asking for 24.0 percentage points above its own delivered rate. On that basis ARMK looks priced above what its own growth record supports.

Implied FCF growth
25.2%
Historical FCF CAGR
1.3%
Growth gap
+24.0 pts
Verdict
RICH
Discount rate (WACC)
8.28%
Beta
0.82

Behaviour On Record

What ARMK's own history says about today's numbers

Realized volatility (21d)
19.9% 33rd pct
Below its peak
-11.6%
vs 200-day average
+14.1%
Up days (1y)
51%

Aramark is currently running 19.9% annualised volatility over the last 21 sessions. Measured against ARMK's own 13 years of daily returns rather than a market-wide average, that is the 33rd percentile — on the quiet side for this stock, against a typical reading of 24.7%. The distinction matters because a number that looks calm for one stock is turbulent for another, and the absolute figure on its own tells you neither.

ARMK is trading -11.6% below its running peak. Across 12 full years on file, its median worst-drawdown-in-a-year was -19.4%, and the deepest was -72.1% in 2020. The current pullback is therefore shallower than what this stock gives back in a typical year, which is context worth having before treating it as a dislocation.

Price sits +14.1% from its 200-day moving average. Against every other day in its history, that gap ranks at the 82nd percentile — a wider gap than this stock usually carries. Over the past year ARMK closed higher on 51% of sessions, and it is currently 1 session into a falling streak.

On October specifically: over 12 years of records, ARMK finished the month higher 8 of 12 times, with a median return of +1.9% and an average of +1.9%. Its strongest month historically has been May at +4.3% on average, its weakest March at -3.2%. Seasonality is a weak signal on its own — a decade is a small sample and regimes change — but it is a real distribution rather than a rule of thumb.

Overnight risk is measurable too: ARMK has opened more than 2% away from the prior close in 190 of 3,220 sessions (5.9% of the time), with the largest gaps running +13.2% and -18.9%. For anyone holding through an event, that rate is a better guide to overnight exposure than the intraday range.

All figures computed from 3,221 daily closes between 2013-12-12 and 2026-10-05, split-adjusted, recomputed daily. Percentiles are against ARMK's own 13-year history, not a peer group or index.

Sector Rotation

Is money rotating into or out of ARMK's sector?

Aramark sits in the Consumer Discretionary sector, currently ranked 6th of 12 GICS sectors by relative-strength rotation score (improving).

Sector rank
#6 of 12
Sector state
Improving
Sector rotation score
55

Options Market

What is the options market pricing for ARMK?

CallsPuts

For Aramark's nearest expiry (2026-10-16, 9 days out), open interest is call-heavy, a bullish tilt (put/call ratio of 0.42), with at-the-money implied volatility around 22.8%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±3.7% move by that expiry — a range of about $54.41–$58.59.

Put/call ratio (2026-10-16)
0.42
ATM implied volatility
22.8%
Total open interest
2,363
Expected move by 2026-10-16
±3.7% ($54.41–$58.59)

Analyst Rating Changes

Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on ARMK?

RBC Capital most recently reiterated its rating on Aramark to Outperform on Aug 19, 2026 with a price target of $70 (from $60). Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 0 upgrades against 0 downgrades, a net mixed lean.

Latest action
RBC Capital — Outperform
90-day upgrades
0
90-day downgrades
0
Net rating momentum
0
DateFirmActionRatingPrice target
Aug 19, 2026RBC CapitalMaintainedOutperform$60 → $70
Aug 13, 2026CitigroupMaintainedBuy$71 → $74
Aug 13, 2026JP MorganMaintainedOverweight$55 → $70
Aug 12, 2026StifelMaintainedBuy$54 → $70
Aug 12, 2026JefferiesMaintainedBuy$62 → $70
Aug 12, 2026UBSMaintainedBuy$67 → $71
Aug 12, 2026BairdMaintainedOutperform$63 → $69
Jul 27, 2026Truist SecuritiesMaintainedBuy$58 → $70
Jun 29, 2026OppenheimerMaintainedOutperform$60 → $65
Jun 22, 2026CitigroupMaintainedBuy$63 → $71
Jun 11, 2026OppenheimerMaintainedOutperform$50 → $60
Jun 2, 2026B of A SecuritiesMaintainedBuy$59 → $62

News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

74/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
BULLISH

Recent News Coverage

Most recent articles, ranked by recency (click to expand).

10+ articles
What did this article say?
Aramark (ARMK) delivered an average annual return of 15.84% over the past five years, outperforming the broader market by 3.81% on an annualized basis. The company’s market capitalization stood at $14.39 billion as of the reporting date. This performance indicates a solid track record of shareholder value creation and operational stability. The data underscores Aramark’s ability to generate consistent returns in a competitive services sector. No immediate catalysts or risks were highlighted in the summary.
What did this article say?
ARMK was highlighted as a potential beneficiary of the continued rise in U.S. restaurant sales. Analysts noted that the company’s exposure to the hospitality sector could translate into higher revenue as consumer spending in dining out increases. Despite broader inflationary pressures and rising energy costs, the positive trend in restaurant sales was seen as a supportive backdrop for ARMK’s earnings prospects. The mention of ARMK alongside other sector peers underscored its relevance to investors seeking exposure to the dining industry.
What did this article say?
Aramark Sports + Entertainment announced new, venue‑specific fan experience upgrades for its seven arena partners ahead of the 2026‑27 NBA and NHL seasons. The company is partnering with local culinary and hospitality providers to deliver customized premium offerings that reflect each team’s culture and city. The initiative aims to deepen fan engagement and increase revenue through tailored experiences and premium seating options.
What did this article say?
Aramark is targeting data center hospitality as a new growth engine, citing rising demand for secure, climate‑controlled environments. The company projects margin expansion from higher‑margin services and improved operational efficiencies. Management highlighted a strategic shift toward tech‑centric facilities, positioning the firm to capture a growing niche in the data center market.
What did this article say?
Aramark Healthcare+ was named the overall top supplier and top large supplier on Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work list for the third consecutive year, underscoring its strong talent acquisition and retention capabilities across more than 600 facilities. The accolade highlights the company’s ability to support healthcare operations and improve patient outcomes, potentially reinforcing client confidence and strengthening its competitive positioning in the healthcare services sector.
What did this article say?
Unite Here Local 11 has urged Yavapai County officials to evaluate Aramark’s performance in state correctional facilities as part of a pending RFP for food, commissary, and banking services at several detention centers. The letter highlights concerns over service quality and suggests considering alternative providers. While the RFP process is still underway, the move signals a possible loss of business for Aramark if the county selects a competitor. The impact remains uncertain until the RFP outcome is announced, but the letter indicates a tangible headwind for the company’s contract portfolio.
What did this article say?
Aramark (ARMK) has secured a new Nexus contract to provide hospitality services for up to 4,000 skilled workers at a Texas AI data center, expanding its workforce housing portfolio. The win follows several collegiate hospitality agreements signed earlier in September, reinforcing ARMK’s positioning in the growing AI infrastructure market. While the share price has dipped 6.2% over the past month, the long‑term upside from the contract is expected to support ARMK’s revenue growth and margin expansion.
What did this article say?
Aramark CEO and CFO appeared on the Goldman Sachs Global Consumer and Retail Conference to discuss the company’s strategic initiatives and operational outlook. The executives emphasized expansion in food service and facility management contracts, citing recent wins in the hospitality and education sectors. They also outlined a plan to invest in technology platforms to improve service delivery and cost efficiency. While no new financial guidance was released, the presentation reinforced ARMK’s trajectory toward higher margin growth and positioned the firm favorably against peers.
What did this article say?
Aramark’s Nexus division has been chosen as the hospitality partner for a workforce housing provider at a new AI data center in Texas, covering up to 4,000 professionals. The partnership will deliver catering, hotel‑style amenities, wellness and fitness centers, convenience retail, and resort‑style entertainment to attract and retain skilled workers. While financial terms were not disclosed, the deal expands Nexus’s service footprint and could enhance revenue streams through long‑term contracts. The announcement signals growth in the workforce housing segment and positions Aramark to capture a niche market in tech‑heavy regions.
What did this article say?
Aramark (ARMK) announced that its Aramark Nexus brand has been chosen as the hospitality partner for a leading workforce housing provider, targeting a community of up to 4,000 trade professionals at a new AI data center in Texas. The partnership will deliver full‑service hospitality, including culinary, wellness, retail, and entertainment amenities designed to attract and retain skilled talent. This expansion into workforce housing aligns with Aramark’s strategy to broaden its service footprint in high‑growth sectors and could generate incremental revenue and cross‑sell opportunities.

Technical Analysis

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BEARISH
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Institutional & Hedge Fund Ownership
1 tracked managers · $189.03M combined position · 0 adding, 0 trimming, 1 unchanged (latest 13F filings)
ManagerTrendShares Held% of Co.Position ValueFiled
Citadel Advisors LLC• Hold3,322,1791.26%$189.03M2026-09-02
Q2 2026 flow:3.32M sh bought ($189.03M)0 sh sold ($0)net +3.32M sh (+$189.03M)
Congressional Trading Activity
4 disclosed trades · ~$56.5K est. traded value · 3 buys, 1 sells
MemberChamberStateTypeAmountTradedFiled
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-12-102026-01-12
Lisa McClainHouseMI09▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-06-112025-08-13
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-04-142025-05-06
Jonathan JacksonHouseIL01▼ Sell$15K - $50K2025-04-102025-05-13