AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. stock (AB) is currently trading at $36.55. AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. PE ratio is 12.49. AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 10.29. Analyst consensus price target for AB is $40.29. WallStSmart rates AB as Hold.
- AB PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- AB PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- AB intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- AB stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- AB fair value vs current price
- AB insider transactions and insider buying
- Is AB undervalued or overvalued?
- AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- AB Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- AB analyst price target and Smart Rating
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AB Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB)
AB trades 99% above its Graham fair value of $20.20, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, operating margin, profit margin. Concerns around price/sales and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB) Key Strengths (5)
Growing significantly faster than its price suggests
Keeps $100 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs
Keeps $90 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Solid profitability: $18 profit per $100 equity
Supporting Valuation Data
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB) Areas to Watch (5)
Revenue declining -40.30%, a shrinking business
Earnings declining -3.50%, profits shrinking
Very expensive at 10.3x annual revenue
Low institutional interest, mostly retail-driven
Fairly priced relative to book value
Supporting Valuation Data
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 55/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 2.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.63) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 18.30%, Operating Margin at 100.00%, Profit Margin at 90.10%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (10.29), Price/Book (2.77) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -40.30%, EPS Growth at -3.50%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 18.30% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -40.30% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Operating Margin) and negatives (Revenue Growth, EPS Growth). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
AB Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
AB's Price-to-Sales ratio of 10.29x sits near its historical average of 11.68x (53th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 80% below its historical high of 52.48x set in Dec 2006, and 3116% above its historical low of 0.32x in Feb 2009.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB) · FINANCIAL SERVICES › ASSET MANAGEMENT
The Big Picture
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 333M with 40% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 90.1%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 1830.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 90.1% and operating margin of 100.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
Revenue contracted 40% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.
What to Watch Next
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 9.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. .
Bottom Line
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(1 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
BERNSTEIN, SETH P Director, CEO | Sell | -26,840 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 8:21:37 AM
About AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB)
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
ASSET MANAGEMENT
USA
AllianceBernstein Holding LP is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.