12 Undervalued Defensive Stocks for 2025

2. Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:ACI)

Forward P/E: 8.53

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 58

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:ACI) is a US-based food and drug retailer. It has over 2,269 stores across 34 states and the District of Columbia under 20 banners, including Star Market, Shaw’s, Albertsons, Kings Food Markets, United Supermarkets, Haggen, Kings Food Markets,  Acme, Carrs, and more.

The company is focusing on key strategies to drive growth. It is investing in its e-commerce business, which it runs out of its stores so its inventory is close to its customers. Because of this, the company offers full access to its merchandise assortment. Its ecommerce investments have driven sales penetration to over 7% of grocery revenue. This growth has been supported by new developments in the company’s mobile app and improvements in quality, speed, and convenience of DriveUp & Go and in-home delivery. Furthermore, Albertsons Companies, Inc.’s (NYSE:ACI) loyalty program is a key engagement tool for its business.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:ACI) is also investing in pharmacy and health, which has driven sales penetration to over 11% of total annual revenue. The company plans to continue investing to deliver consistent omni-execution for brand campaigns across its digital and physical assets. It also expects to build new partnerships to add digital inventory and capabilities to its platform.