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ACU Stock Chart & Stats
$37.05
-$0.69(-1.93%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$37.05
-$0.69(-1.93%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$35.50 - $50.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.53K
Average Volume (3M)9.50K
Market Cap
$177.64M
Enterprise Value$231.85
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$5.04K
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$29.25K
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.2
Beta0.44
Next Earnings
Oct 27, 2026EPS Estimate
0.6Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.39%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.57
Shares Outstanding3,810,359
10 Day Avg. Volume11,184
30 Day Avg. Volume9,501
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-20.30
Price to Book (P/B)1.30
Price to Sales (P/S)0.78
P/FCF Ratio20.15
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)1.96
Revenue Forecast (FY)$218.81M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Gross Margin ExpansionSustained high and improving gross margins reflect favorable product mix and pricing power in branded cutting, measuring and first-aid lines. Margin expansion driven by higher‑margin MyMedic mix and expected easing of tariff headwinds supports durable operating profitability over the next several quarters.
Re-accelerating Revenue GrowthTop-line growth re-accelerated across channels with Q2 +16% and YTD +15%, and organic growth excluding MyMedic at +8%. Broad-based strength (U.S., Europe) and multi‑channel distribution (retail, e‑commerce, B2B) indicate durable demand and less dependence on any single channel over a 2–6 month horizon.
Strategic Acquisitions And Capacity InvestmentTargeted M&A (MyMedic) and capex (Spill Magic facility, German line, MedNap upgrades) expand addressable markets and manufacturing flexibility. These investments build durable revenue optionality and capacity to support higher-margin product lines and institutional channels over multiple seasons.
Bears Say
Weak Cash‑flow ConversionSignificant decline in free cash flow and operating cash that covers net income by less than 1x reduces financial flexibility. Lower cash conversion increases execution risk for funding acquisitions, working‑capital needs, and dividends without leaning on external financing across the next several quarters.
Elevated SG&A And Marketing SpendHigher SG&A intensity, largely from DTC customer‑acquisition spend for MyMedic, limits operating‑margin translation from gross‑margin gains. Until MyMedic attains scale and lower CAC, elevated marketing will structurally compress operating leverage and keep margins volatile in the medium term.
Inventory Build And Modestly Higher LeverageA $10M precautionary inventory build ties capital and weighs on free cash flow, while net debt rose after acquisitions and capex. Higher working‑capital and modestly elevated leverage reduce financial optionality and raise the importance of near‑term cash generation to fund growth plans.
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ACU FAQ
What was Acme United Corporation.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Acme United Corporation. lowest stock price was $35.50 and its highest was $50.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Acme United Corporation.’s market cap?
Acme United Corporation.’s market cap is $177.64M.
When is Acme United Corporation.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Acme United Corporation.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 27, 2026 which is in 96 days.
How were Acme United Corporation.’s earnings last quarter?
Acme United Corporation. released its earnings results on Jul 23, 2026. The company reported $1.22 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.44 by $0.78.
Is Acme United Corporation. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Acme United Corporation.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Acme United Corporation. pay dividends?
Acme United Corporation. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.16 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.39%. See more information on Acme United Corporation. dividends here
What is Acme United Corporation.’s EPS estimate?
Acme United Corporation.’s EPS estimate is 0.6.
How many shares outstanding does Acme United Corporation. have?
Acme United Corporation. has 3,810,359 shares outstanding.
What happened to Acme United Corporation.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Acme United Corporation. reported an EPS of $1.22 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.44. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.504%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Acme United Corporation.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ACU
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Acme United Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
ACU Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 3.9K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $203.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
11.40%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.39%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
19.75%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Acme United Corporation.
Acme United Corporation is a global supplier specializing in first aid, safety, cutting, sharpening, and measuring tools. Its products cater to a diverse clientele across educational institutions, households, corporate offices, hardware stores, sporting goods outlets, and industrial sectors throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and other international markets. The company's extensive portfolio is distributed under several prominent brands. Westcott offers a broad array of items including scissors, shears, various knives, rulers, pencil sharpeners, paper trimmers, specialized safety cutters, lettering supplies, glue guns, and craft essentials. Cutting implements fall under the Clauss brand. For outdoor and tactical applications, Camillus features fixed-blade and folding knives, sight-cutting devices, and tactical tools. Anglers benefit from Cuda, which provides fishing tools and knives, protective cut- and puncture-resistant gloves, telescopic landing nets, net containment systems, and fishing gaffs. Precision sharpening solutions are supplied by DMT. In the health and safety segment, First Aid Only delivers comprehensive first aid kits and safety provisions. PhysiciansCare offers portable eyewash solutions and a range of over-the-counter medications, including aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen. Spill Magic addresses bodily fluid and general spill clean-up requirements. First Aid Central expands the first aid offerings with various kits, refills, and specialized safety supplies like CPR, burn, automotive, and emergency kits. Lastly, Med-Nap provides a selection of sanitary wipes, such as alcohol prep pads, alcohol wipes, benzalkonium chloride wipes, antiseptic wipes, castile soaps, and lens cleaning wipes. Acme United employs a multi-channel distribution strategy, selling directly and through independent manufacturer representatives to a vast network. This includes wholesale, contract, and retail stationery distributors, large office supply stores, school supply channels, industrial distributors, wholesale florists, mass market and e-commerce retailers, and hardware chains. A curated range of its products is also available for purchase on the company's official websites. Founded in 1867 as Acme Shear Company, the corporation was renamed Acme United Corporation in 1971 and is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut.
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
11.29% Insiders
16.49% Mutual Funds
36.24% Other Institutional Investors
24.67% Public Companies and
Individual Investors