Aramark (NYSE:ARMK) Given Average Rating of “Moderate Buy” by Brokerages

Shares of Aramark (NYSE:ARMK) have earned an average recommendation of “Moderate Buy” from the fourteen analysts that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat.com reports. Two analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and twelve have given a buy recommendation to the company. The average 12-month price objective among brokerages that have covered the stock in the last year is $68.0714.

A number of equities analysts recently issued reports on the stock. JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their target price on shares of Aramark from $55.00 to $70.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday. Robert W. Baird increased their price target on shares of Aramark from $63.00 to $69.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a report on Wednesday. Stifel Nicolaus raised their price target on shares of Aramark from $54.00 to $70.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday. Jefferies Financial Group boosted their price objective on shares of Aramark from $62.00 to $70.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday. Finally, Citigroup upped their price objective on shares of Aramark from $70.50 to $74.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday.

Aramark Price Performance

Shares of NYSE:ARMK opened at $61.20 on Friday. The company has a market cap of $16.13 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 42.80, a PEG ratio of 1.08 and a beta of 1.12. The business has a 50 day moving average price of $56.12 and a 200 day moving average price of $48.07. The company has a quick ratio of 1.07, a current ratio of 1.21 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.85. Aramark has a twelve month low of $35.07 and a twelve month high of $61.56.

Aramark (NYSE:ARMK) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, August 11th. The company reported $0.52 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.48 by $0.04. Aramark had a return on equity of 17.93% and a net margin of 1.93%.The company had revenue of $5.06 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $4.94 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the company earned $0.40 earnings per share. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 9.3% compared to the same quarter last year. Aramark has set its FY 2026 guidance at 2.180-2.280 EPS. Research analysts predict that Aramark will post 2.26 earnings per share for the current year.

Aramark Announces Dividend

The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, September 9th. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, August 19th will be given a $0.12 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, August 19th. This represents a $0.48 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.8%. Aramark’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 33.57%.

Institutional Trading of Aramark

Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the company. Activest Wealth Management bought a new position in Aramark in the fourth quarter worth $27,000. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd bought a new stake in Aramark in the 3rd quarter valued at $28,000. Cedar Mountain Advisors LLC bought a new stake in Aramark in the 1st quarter valued at $32,000. Kestra Advisory Services LLC acquired a new position in shares of Aramark in the 4th quarter valued at $32,000. Finally, Elevation Wealth Partners LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Aramark by 2,842.9% during the 2nd quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 618 shares of the company’s stock worth $35,000 after acquiring an additional 597 shares during the period.

More Aramark News

Here are the key news stories impacting Aramark this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Strong quarterly performance: Aramark reported quarterly revenue of $5.06 billion, ahead of the $4.94 billion consensus estimate, while earnings per share of $0.52 exceeded expectations of $0.48. Revenue increased 9.3% year over year, and EPS rose from $0.40 in the comparable period. Aramark surprises with second-quarter sales
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst price-target increases: JPMorgan raised its target from $55 to $70 and assigned an “overweight” rating. Stifel lifted its target from $54 to $70 with a “buy” rating, while Robert W. Baird raised its target from $63 to $69 and maintained an “outperform” rating. These targets imply continued upside from recent trading levels. Analyst price-target actions
• Positive Sentiment: Growth outlook remains favorable: Management’s fiscal 2026 guidance calls for EPS of $2.18 to $2.28. Analysts highlighted expected organic revenue growth of roughly 9% to 10% and adjusted EPS growth of 20% to 25%, supported by new business wins and expansion in U.S. and international operations.
• Positive Sentiment: AI infrastructure opportunity: Aramark Nexus is pursuing contracts with hyperscale data centers and large industrial projects, creating a potential new source of food-service and facilities-management growth as AI infrastructure expands. Jim Cramer’s AI-related Aramark pick
• Negative Sentiment: Valuation concerns: A recent analysis argued that Aramark’s rapid share-price advance warrants caution, particularly given its high earnings multiple and the possibility that strong growth expectations are already reflected in the stock. Aramark valuation analysis

Aramark Company Profile

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is a global provider of food services, facilities management and uniform solutions, serving clients across a wide array of industries including education, healthcare, business and government. The company operates through three primary segments: Food and Support Services, Uniform and Career Apparel, and Facility Services, delivering integrated solutions designed to enhance guest experiences, improve operational efficiencies and maintain safe, clean environments. Aramark’s offerings include corporate dining, patient and senior nutrition, campus dining, sports and entertainment concessions, custodial services, technical maintenance and industrial laundry.

Founded in 1959 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Aramark has expanded its footprint to more than 20 countries, with a strong presence in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia.