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Acme United
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Market Data

Market Cap
$153.45M
EV
$183.89M
Shares Outstanding
4.24M
Beta
0.74
Industry
Household & Personal Products

Wall Street View

Analyst Rating
BUY
Analyst Target Price
Number of Analysts
1
P/E 2025E
16.73x
P/Revenue 2025E
0.78x

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Margins & Returns

Gross Margin 2025E
-
Net Profit Margin 2025E
5.06%
ROE 2025E
-
ROCE 2024
9.78%

Dividends

DPS 2025E
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Payout Ratio 2025E
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Div. Yield 2025E
-
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About Acme United Corporation

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Acme United Corporation

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Acme United Corporation supplies cutting, measuring, first aid, and sharpening products to the school, home, office, hardware, sporting goods, and industrial markets in the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally. The company offers scissors, shears, knives...

Sector

Consumer Defensive

Industry

Household & Personal Products

CEO

Johnsen, Walter

Employees

633

IPO Date

1980-03-17

Headquarters

1 Waterview Drive, Suite 200, Shelton, Connecticut, 06484, United States

📊 Stock Price & Performance

The last closing price of Acme United (ACU) is $40.32, reflecting a -0.12% change from the prior session. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 4:03 PM Eastern Time

Review the recent ACU stock performance trends:Past 1 Month: Acme United (ACU) shares have +8.95%.Past 3 Months: The stock has -2.11%.Past 6 Months: ACU shares have -2.75%. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM Eastern Time

Over the last year, Acme United (ACU) has established a 52-week price range between a high of $45.25 and a low of $34.35. This metric is essential for assessing the stock's annual volatility. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM Eastern Time

Acme United (ACU) is considered a medium volatility stock. It has a beta of 0.74, which means it typically moves 0.74 times as much as the broader market. Over the past 52 weeks, ACU has traded within a $34.35 – $45.25 range. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM Eastern Time

Based on current ACU analyst forecasts and market assumptions, the consensus price target for Acme United (ACU) is $50.00 for 2027. Relative to the current price of $40.32, this implies a positive upside of +24.04%. Price targets reflect forward-looking estimates based on information available at the time and are inherently subject to change as underlying assumptions, company fundamentals, or market conditions evolve. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM Eastern Time

A $1,000 investment in Acme United 5 years ago, when the stock was trading around $30.14, would be worth approximately $1337.59 today, based solely on share price performance (excluding dividends). This represents a total return of 33.76% over the period, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.99%. Past performance reflects historical price movements only and does not imply future results. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM Eastern Time

💰 Financial Metrics & Reports

The current Acme United (ACU) market capitalization is approximately $153.45M, based on its latest share price and shares outstanding. Market capitalization represents the total market value of a company's equity and is calculated by multiplying the current stock price by the number of shares outstanding. As a result, Acme United's market cap fluctuates with changes in its share price and share count. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Acme United (ACU) generated $49.06M in revenue, representing a +1.86% year over year change. For the next quarter, analyst consensus currently expects revenue of approximately $47.27M, implying an expected +2.89% year over year change. Quarterly revenue results and expectations reflect underlying demand trends, pricing dynamics, product or service mix, seasonality, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Actual results may differ from consensus estimates as new information becomes available. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:28 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported fiscal year, Acme United (ACU) generated net income of $10.02M, compared with $17.79M in the prior fiscal year, representing a -43.67% year over year change. For the upcoming fiscal year, analyst consensus currently estimates net income of $9.93M. Net income may be positive or negative and can fluctuate materially from year to year due to changes in operating performance, non-recurring or one-time items, accounting treatments, capital structure, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:28 PM Eastern Time

According to its latest quarterly filing, Acme United (ACU) reported EBITDA of $4.61M, representing a +3.59% year over year change. For the upcoming quarter, analyst consensus currently expects EBITDA of $3.93M, reflecting assumptions around revenue trends, operating costs, scale efficiencies, and margin dynamics. EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and does not account for depreciation, amortization, interest expense, taxes, or capital expenditures. As a result, it should be considered alongside other financial metrics when assessing operating performance. Actual results may differ from estimates as company-specific or macroeconomic conditions evolve. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:28 PM Eastern Time

As of the most recent reporting period, the company's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.31x, calculated as total debt divided by total shareholders' equity. A lower debt-to-equity ratio generally indicates a more conservative capital structure with less reliance on external borrowing, while a higher ratio suggests greater financial leverage and potentially higher sensitivity to interest rates, refinancing conditions, and earnings volatility. The debt-to-equity ratio should be interpreted in the context of the company's industry, business model, cash flow stability, and balance sheet composition. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:28 PM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available data, Acme United (ACU) is currently trading at a last twelve months (LTM) P/E ratio of 16.52x. Looking forward, the stock trades at a next twelve months (NTM) P/E ratio of 24.00x, based on consensus earnings estimates. The P/E ratio reflects how much investors are willing to pay today for a dollar of earnings and can vary meaningfully over time due to changes in profitability, growth expectations, margin outlook, and earnings volatility. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:28 PM Eastern Time

📅 Earnings & Dividends

Acme United (ACU) is currently scheduled to report its next earnings results on February 26, 2026. Earnings dates are subject to change and may be updated by the company with limited notice. Investors typically monitor upcoming earnings releases closely, as they can result in increased volatility depending on reported results, forward guidance, and management commentary. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Acme United (ACU) revenue was $49.06M, compared with analyst consensus expectations of $48.81M, representing a +0.52% revenue surprise versus expectations. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were $0.46, compared with consensus estimates of $0.45, resulting in an +2.22% EPS surprise. Revenue and EPS surprises may be positive or negative and can influence near-term stock performance depending on expectations, forward guidance, and broader market and sector conditions. For a detailed history of analyst expectations versus reported results, view the full estimates vs. actuals track record here: 👉 Estimates vs. Actuals Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:28 PM Eastern Time

Acme United's (ACU) earnings reports, including quarterly and annual financial statements, are available through the company's official regulatory filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). On Gainify, you can access Acme United's full set of filings, including earnings releases, Form 10-Q, Form 10-K, and other disclosures, in one place: Acme United SEC Filings These filings provide detailed information on Acme United's financial performance and are considered the primary source of verified financial data for publicly traded companies.

📈 Analyst Information

Analyst assessments of whether Acme United (ACU) consensus price target is overvalued or undervalued are generally expressed relative to consensus valuation frameworks and price targets, rather than as an absolute judgment.Current share price: $40.32Consensus price target: $50.00Implied return: +24.04% An implied return above current levels indicates that, on average, analysts view the stock as trading below their estimated fair value. Conversely, an implied return below current levels suggests the stock may be fully valued or priced above consensus expectations. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:28 PM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available analyst coverage, Acme United (ACU) currently carries a Buy consensus rating. Analysts' average ACU price target is $50.00. Relative to the current share price of $40.32, this suggests a potential price change of approximately +24.04%. Analyst views are forward-looking estimates and should not be considered investment advice. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:28 PM Eastern Time

Like other publicly traded stocks, Acme United (ACU) shares are bought and sold on stock exchanges such as NYSE and other supported markets, depending on the listing. The most common way to buy shares is through an online brokerage account. To get started, you typically need to: Open an account with a licensed stock brokerComplete the broker's verification processFund your accountPlace a buy order for Acme United (ACU) shares Trading involves risk, and investors should consider their financial objectives and risk tolerance before investing.

ℹ️ Company Information

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Acme United trades under the ticker symbol ACU on the NYSE stock exchange. The ticker ACU is used to identify the company's common stock across trading platforms, market data providers, and regulatory filings.

As of the most recently reported period, Acme United (ACU) employs approximately 633 people worldwide. Reported employee figures may fluctuate over time due to hiring activity, restructuring, automation initiatives, or changes in business strategy. Headcount data is typically disclosed in company filings and reflects full-time employees unless otherwise stated. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM Eastern Time

Acme United (ACU) operates in a highly competitive market with companies that often have different business models, geographic exposure, and end markets. While no two companies are identical, the following firms are generally considered the closest Acme United (ACU) stock peers based on overlapping products, services, and competitive dynamics:Eastern (EML)National Presto Industries (NPK)Jianerkang Medical (603205)Hogy Medical (3593)Badger Meter (BMI)Cintas (CTAS)Tennant (TNC) These peers may differ in size, business mix, financial profile, and strategic focus, but they are commonly referenced due to overlapping markets, customer segments, or competitive positioning relative to Acme United.

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