Should you buy ACI Worldwide stock now?
The technical signal for ACI Worldwide is currently Hold. ACI Worldwide trades at $51.20 as of Oct 14, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.223 with rising momentum (signal: -0.515); RSI is at 52.7 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $67.33 points to 31.5% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for ACI Worldwide stock?
The average analyst price target for ACI Worldwide is $67.33. The current price is $51.20, which gives an upside of 31.5%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $60.60 and $74.06.
Is ACI Worldwide a dividend stock?
No, ACI Worldwide does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of ACI Worldwide stock?
ACI Worldwide is rated as a stock in the risk category Balanced. the annual standard deviation is 34.4%, which classifies the stock as Balanced.
Is ACI Worldwide overvalued?
No, ACI Worldwide is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (31.5% upside). ACI Worldwide has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 23.3 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 2.8, a P/B ratio of 3.3. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 31.5%.
Is ACI Worldwide overbought?
No, ACI Worldwide is not overbought. RSI is at 52.7 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 52.7 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 2.1% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next ACI Worldwide earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for ACI Worldwide has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is ACI Worldwide shorted?
Yes, ACI Worldwide is shorted with 9.2% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying ACI Worldwide stock?
No, insiders are not buying ACI Worldwide shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 6 purchases and 14 sales, with a net 8,010,130 $ sold. Active sellers include Kuruvilla Abraham, ESTEP JANET O, Harman Mary P and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is ACI Worldwide a good stock?
Based on our total score, ACI Worldwide is rated as a good stock with a total score of 66 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum. The score is made up of Value: 54/100, Quality: 82/100, Momentum: 64/100. In addition: analysts see 31.5% upside to the price target. Whether now is the time to buy is a separate question: the technical signal is Hold. Whether ACI Worldwide is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for ACI Worldwide stock?
The outlook for ACI Worldwide based on current data: the average analyst price target is $67.33 (+31.5%); the P/E ratio is 23.3 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is ACI Worldwide stock rising?
ACI Worldwide is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 2.1% above the 20-day average; short interest is 9.2% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can ACI Worldwide go?
The average analyst price target for ACI Worldwide is $67.33, which corresponds to a potential gain of 31.5% from the current price of $51.20. The stock has traded between $38.05 and $61.08 over the last 52 weeks. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can ACI Worldwide fall?
The stock has traded as low as $38.05 over the last 52 weeks — that is 25.7% below the current price of $51.20. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 37.7% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±34.4% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does ACI Worldwide do?
ACI Worldwide, Inc. develops, markets, installs, and supports software products and services for facilitating electronic payments in the United States and worldwide. It operates through Payment Software, and Billers segments. The company offers ACI Acquiring, a solution to pro... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Software - Infrastructure industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate ACI Worldwide as an investment.
Did ACI Worldwide raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from ACI Worldwide. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is ACI Worldwide making money or losing money?
Yes, ACI Worldwide is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 12.4% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 10.5%. At a P/E ratio of 23.3, you currently pay 23.3 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can ACI Worldwide go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of ACI Worldwide is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 4.65 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 9 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 112% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does ACI Worldwide have a lot of debt?
ACI Worldwide has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 112%. For the technology sector, 60-120% counts as a typical level. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can ACI Worldwide service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 4.3x, and net debt equals 1.8 years of earnings (EBITDA).