Aramark (NYSE:ARMK) Stock

ARAMARK

Aramark

Aramark provides food, facilities, and uniform services to a variety of clients and institutions. The majority of company revenue comes from its North American food and support services segment. Smaller but substantial segments include food and support services international, food and support services united states and uniform and career apparel. The food and support services segments provide food for school districts; colleges; healthcare facilities; correctional institutions; and business, sports, and entertainment venues. The uniform segment rents, delivers, cleans, and maintains work clothes and ancillary items like towels and mats to customers in North America and Japan. The company has hundreds of service locations and distribution centers across the United States and Canada.

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UBS analyst Joshua Chan maintains Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $40 to $44.

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UBS Maintains Buy on Aramark, Raises Price Target to $44

Morgan Stanley analyst Toni Kaplan maintains Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $40 to $42.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Aramark, Raises Price Target to $42

Aramark's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) short percent of float has fallen 7.83% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 8.08 million shares sold short, which is 3.06% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.07 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Aramark Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746543626_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Aramark has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Aramark's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Aramark's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.54%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Aramark shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q2 adjusted EPS results.

Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) shares are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">trading higher on Tuesday </a>after the second-quarter FY25 earnings.
The company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45216308/aramark-reports-second-quarter-earnings">second-quarter FY25 revenue growth </a>of 2% year-on-year to $4.28 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $4.35 billion.
FSS United States sales increased 0.4% to $3.1 billion and that of FSS International gained 5.8% to $1.2 billion.
Total costs and expenses increased 1.6% to $4.1 billion. Operating Income increased 9% year-over-year to $174 million and the operating margin expanded 30 basis points to 4%.
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Covenant adjusted EBITDA improved 9.7% to $1.4 billion. Adjusted EPS of 34 cents <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">beat the consensus</a> estimate of 33 cents.
Aramark&#8217;s board approved a quarterly dividend of 10.5 cents per share of common stock, as announced on April 30.
The dividend will be payable on May 28 to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 14.
The company held $920.5 million in cash and equivalents as of March 28. The operating cash flow for the quarter was $256 million with a free cash flow of $141 million.
&#8220;We are experiencing very positive business trends across the Company as we head into the second half of our fiscal year, including record retention rates, significant new client wins, and monthly revenue growth acceleration,&#8221; said CEO John Zillmer.
Outlook: Aramark sees FY25 organic revenue growth of 7.5% &#8211; 9.5%. The company anticipated adjusted EPS growth of 235 &#8211; 28%.
Price Action: ARMK shares traded higher by 1.97% at $34.88 at last check Tuesday.
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Food Service Provider Aramark Posts 2% Revenue Growth In Q2

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Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) affirms FY2025 Adj EPS guidance from $1.91-$1.98 to $1.91-$1.98 vs $1.91 analyst estimate..

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Aramark Affirms FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance of $1.91-$1.98 vs $1.91 Est

Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.34 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.33 by 3.03 percent. This is a 17.24 percent increase over earnings of $0.29 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $4.28 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $4.35 billion by 1.72 percent. This is a 1.88 percent increase over sales of $4.20 billion the same period last year.

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UBS analyst Joshua Chan maintains Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $45 to $40.

UBS Maintains Buy on Aramark, Lowers Price Target to $40

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Aramark's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) short percent of float has risen 14.89% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.69 million shares sold short, which is 2.16% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.14 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Aramark Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744030854_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Aramark has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Aramark's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Aramark's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.56%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Aramark's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) short percent of float has risen 8.05% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.96 million shares sold short, which is 1.88% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.17 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Aramark Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742403623_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Aramark has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Aramark's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Aramark's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.22%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on Aramark?

Aramark Collegiate Hospitality Is Launching Its Bites That Do It Right Recipes During March's National Nutrition Month To Support College Students With A Variety Of Easy-to-prepare, Healthy Foods

Aramark shares are trading higher after the company announced a new contract with Loyola Marymount University to manage dining, retail, catering, and concessions.

4 analysts have shared their evaluations of Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
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<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
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In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Aramark, presenting an average target of $45.75, a high estimate of $48.00, and a low estimate of $43.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $43.67, the current average has increased by 4.76%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740405636_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Aramark. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<td>James Ainley</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
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<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
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<td>Karl Green</td>
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<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
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<td>Toni Kaplan</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
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<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
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<td>Andrew Wittmann</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Aramark. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Aramark compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Aramark's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Aramark's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Aramark</h2>
Aramark provides food, facilities, and uniform services to a variety of clients and institutions. The majority of company revenue comes from its North American food and support services segment. Smaller but substantial segments include food and support services international, food and support services united states and uniform and career apparel. The food and support services segments provide food for school districts; colleges; healthcare facilities; correctional institutions; and business, sports, and entertainment venues. The uniform segment rents, delivers, cleans, and maintains work clothes and ancillary items like towels and mats to customers in North America and Japan. The company has hundreds of service locations and distribution centers across the United States and Canada.
<h3>Aramark: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Aramark showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 3.27% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Aramark's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 2.32%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 3.45%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.83%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Aramark's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 2.02, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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4 Analysts Assess Aramark: What You Need To Know

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Aramark's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) short percent of float has fallen 23.92% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.20 million shares sold short, which is 1.59% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.56 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Aramark Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739804428_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Aramark has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Aramark's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Aramark's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.23%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Looking Into Aramark's Recent Short Interest

Aramark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARMK#NYSE">ARMK</a>) has been analyzed by 8 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Aramark, revealing an average target of $44.38, a high estimate of $47.00, and a low estimate of $40.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $41.62, the current average has increased by 6.63%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738875656_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of Aramark among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Karl Green</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Toni Kaplan</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Wittmann</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shlomo Rosenbaum</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jasper Bibb</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Steinerman</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Toni Kaplan</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Wittmann</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Aramark. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Aramark compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Aramark's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Aramark's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ARMK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Aramark analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Aramark Better</h2>
Aramark provides food, facilities, and uniform services to a variety of clients and institutions. The majority of company revenue comes from its North American food and support services segment. Smaller but substantial segments include food and support services international, food and support services united states and uniform and career apparel. The food and support services segments provide food for school districts; colleges; healthcare facilities; correctional institutions; and business, sports, and entertainment venues. The uniform segment rents, delivers, cleans, and maintains work clothes and ancillary items like towels and mats to customers in North America and Japan. The company has hundreds of service locations and distribution centers across the United States and Canada.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Aramark's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Aramark showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 5.16% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Aramark's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 2.77%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Aramark's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 4.09%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Aramark's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.97%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 1.83, Aramark adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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What 8 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Aramark

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