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Acme United Corporation. (DE:UT1)
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Acme United (UT1) Price & Analysis

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UT1 Stock Chart & Stats

€31.40
-€0.20(-0.58%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€31.40
-€0.20(-0.58%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improving Free Cash FlowACU has moved to sustained positive free cash flow versus earlier years, generating roughly $8.1M TTM and about $14.2M before a facility purchase. This improving cash generation underpins funding for automation, acquisitions and dividends, enhancing long‑term financial flexibility.
DTC And Acquisition-driven Revenue MixThe MyMedic and German DTC add-ons deepen direct‑to‑consumer capability and marketing reach, diversifying channels beyond retail and wholesale. DTC expertise, social following and cross‑sell potential support higher margin sales and structural growth in non‑seasonal revenue streams over coming quarters.
Category Margins And Productivity InvestmentsACU's gross margins remain robust for its category (~39.6% TTM) while management is investing in automation and ~ $7M of capex to improve throughput and lower per‑unit costs. These structural productivity investments can sustain or expand margins as scale and efficiency improve.
Bears Say
Rising LeverageNet debt has increased materially year‑over‑year as the company funded acquisitions and a facility purchase, taking leverage to ~0.42x. Higher debt raises financial risk and interest exposure, limiting flexibility for future M&A or cyclical cushioning until deleveraging resumes.
Tariff-driven Margin PressureElevated tariffs were capitalized into inventory and realized as higher COGS, compressing core gross margins by ~200bps. The need to hold incremental inventory (~$10M) to hedge supply risks increases working capital and exposes margins to future cost volatility until tariffs and input cost headwinds fully abate.
Elevated SG&A From DTC ExpansionInvestment in DTC marketing and integration lifted SG&A to 36% of sales, pressuring operating leverage. If sales cadence or cross‑sell takes longer to scale, elevated advertising and integration costs could persistently depress operating margins and slow conversion of sales into lasting profit improvements.

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UT1 FAQ

What was Acme United Corporation.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Acme United Corporation. lowest stock price was €30.20 and its highest was €42.40 in the past 12 months.
    What is Acme United Corporation.’s market cap?
    Acme United Corporation.’s market cap is €158.14M.
      When is Acme United Corporation.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Acme United Corporation.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 17, 2026 which is in 4 days.
        How were Acme United Corporation.’s earnings last quarter?
        Acme United Corporation. released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported €0.211 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of €0.417 by -€0.206.
          Is Acme United Corporation. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Acme United Corporation.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Acme United Corporation. pay dividends?
            Acme United Corporation. does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Acme United Corporation.’s EPS estimate?
            Acme United Corporation.’s EPS estimate is 0.39.
              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 €0.211 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of €0.417. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.523%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Acme United Corporation.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:UT1
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                    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.

                    Acme United (UT1) Earnings & Revenues

                    UT1 Earnings Call

                    Q1 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                    The call presented a mixed picture: strong top-line growth (14% overall, 6% ex-MyMedic), solid regional performances (Europe and Canada), strategic progress on acquisitions, facility moves, and automation that support long-term growth. However, near-term profitability and cash/ leverage were materially impacted by tariff-related cost realization, elevated inventory purchases (~$10M), higher SG&A tied to the direct-to-consumer MyMedic rollout, and remediation spending (~$1.25M) following an FDA inspection. Management expects tariff effects to moderate over the coming quarters and highlighted multiple initiatives that should improve margins and sales over time, leaving the situation balanced between meaningful operational progress and short-term financial headwinds.View all DE:UT1 earnings summaries
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