The earnings call highlights positive aspects such as growth in the first aid business and automation advancements, contributing to increased sales and income. However, challenges such as tariff uncertainties, a decline in the European business, and softness in certain product segments present significant concerns.

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Q2 2025

During the Acme United Corporation's First Quarter 2025 financial results conference call, the company provided guidance indicating a solid performance despite a challenging global macroeconomic environment. Net sales increased by 2% to $46 million compared to the previous year, with net income rising from $1.6 million to $1.7 million, and earnings per share up by 5% to $0.41. The first aid business experienced a significant 14% growth, driving the overall performance. The company highlighted its strategic expansions, including new distribution in Europe and Canada, and investments in automation with a $650,000 robotic system installation. Acme United also addressed the impact of high tariffs and inflation, emphasizing its robust sourcing network and productivity improvements generating over $2 million in annual savings. Despite uncertainties, they are optimistic about potential acquisitions, leveraging their strengths in sourcing and manufacturing to navigate the current economic environment.

Increase in Net Sales and Income

Net sales increased by 2% from $45 million in Q1 2024 to $46 million in Q1 2025. Net income rose from $1.6 million to $1.7 million, and earnings per share increased by 5% from $0.39 to $0.41.

First Aid Business Growth

The first aid business grew by 14% in Q1 2025, driven by new distribution channels and increased sales in the mass and industrial markets.

Automation Advancements

Installation of a new robotic system in the Rocky Mountain, North Carolina plant, costing $650,000 and replacing seven employees with less than a two-year payback. A second system was ordered for the Vancouver, Washington plant.

Debt Reduction and Cash Flow

The company's bank debt less cash decreased from $32 million in March 2024 to $27 million in March 2025. Acme United generated approximately $12 million in free cash flow over twelve months.

Acme United (ACU) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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ACU Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Jul 18, 2025	2025 (Q2)	0.50 / -	1.09	―	―	―
Apr 17, 2025	2025 (Q1)	0.53 / 0.41	0.39	5.13% (+0.02)	―
Feb 28, 2025	2024 (Q4)	0.48 / 0.41	0.4	2.50% (<+0.01)	―
Oct 18, 2024	2024 (Q3)	0.73 / 0.54	0.58	-6.90% (-0.04)	―
Jul 19, 2024	2024 (Q2)	0.94 / 1.09	0.96	13.54% (+0.13)	―
Apr 19, 2024	2024 (Q1)	0.36 / 0.39	0.28	39.29% (+0.11)	―
Mar 01, 2024	2023 (Q4)	0.55 / 0.40	-0.17	335.29% (+0.57)	―
Oct 23, 2023	2023 (Q3)	0.70 / 0.58	0.02	2800.00% (+0.56)	―
Jul 21, 2023	2023 (Q2)	0.52 / 0.96	0.71	35.21% (+0.25)	―
Apr 21, 2023	2023 (Q1)	0.44 / 0.28	0.22	27.27% (+0.06)	―

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ACU Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Apr 17, 2025	$39.93	$41.23	+3.26%
Feb 28, 2025	$37.47	$38.80	+3.55%
Oct 18, 2024	$43.28	$40.73	-5.89%
Jul 19, 2024	$36.49	$37.90	+3.86%

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Acme United Corporation. (ACU) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 18, 2025, Before Open (Confirmed).

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ACU EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 0.5.

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