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Acme United Corporation. (ACU)
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Acme United (ACU) Price & Analysis

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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%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Direct-to-consumer Capability Via MyMedic AcquisitionThe MyMedic acquisition adds DTC marketing, social reach and ecommerce know-how that diversifies revenue channels. Over 2–6 months this supports higher-margin sales, cross-selling into existing lines, and a scalable customer-acquisition engine that can raise lifetime value and channel mix resilience.
Stable, Category-level Gross MarginsConsistent ~39.6% gross margin reflects durable pricing power in consumable cutting and first-aid categories. This margin base supports reinvestment in automation and capex, creating a sustainable buffer against input-cost volatility and underpins long-term operating profitability.
Positive And Improving Cash GenerationMaterial positive operating cash flow and a multi-million dollar free cash flow run-rate provide funding flexibility for capex, facility purchases and M&A. Over months this enables strategic investments without immediate reliance on external financing, supporting durable growth initiatives.
Bears Say
Rising Leverage And Higher Net DebtNet debt has increased materially year-over-year, reflecting acquisitions and facility purchases. Elevated leverage reduces financial flexibility, heightens interest and refinancing risk, and constrains the company's ability to absorb shocks or pursue opportunistic investments if cash flow softens.
Tariff-driven Margin Pressure And Inventory BuildTariff-related cost realization compressed core margins and forced a $10M inventory build to hedge supply risks. This ties up working capital, increases exposure to markdowns or obsolescence, and creates margin volatility until tariffs and high-cost inventory are fully cycled out.
Elevated SG&A And Remediation SpendingHigher SG&A from DTC expansion and advertising, plus QA remediation costs, pressure operating margins and free cash flow. If integration synergies or marketing payback take longer, persistent elevated operating expenses could slow margin recovery and limit funds for other strategic uses.

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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 $47.31 in the past 12 months.
    What is Acme United Corporation.’s market cap?
    Acme United Corporation.’s market cap is $161.52M.
      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 56 days.
        How were Acme United Corporation.’s earnings last quarter?
        Acme United Corporation. released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported $0.24 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.475 by -$0.235.
          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. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.16 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.48%. See more information on Acme United Corporation. dividends here
              What is Acme United Corporation.’s EPS estimate?
              Acme United Corporation.’s EPS estimate is 0.44.
                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 $0.24 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.475. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.503%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Acme United Corporation.?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ACU
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                      Company Description

                      Acme United Corporation.

                      Acme United Corporation supplies first aid and safety, cutting, sharpening, and measuring 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, rulers, pencil sharpeners, paper trimmers, safety cutters, lettering products, glue guns, and other craft products under the Westcott brand name; and cutting tools under the Clauss brand. It also provides fixed blades, folding knives, sight cutting tools, and tactical tools under the Camillus brand; fishing tools and knives, as well as cut and puncture resistant gloves, telescopic landing nets, net containment systems, and tools and fishing gaffs under the Cuda brand; and sharpening tools under the DMT brand. In addition, the company offers first aid kit and safety solutions under the First Aid Only brand; portable eyewash solution and over-the-counter medication, including active ingredients aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen under the PhysiciansCare brand; bodily fluid and spill clean-up solution under the Spill Magic brand; various first aid kit, refill, and safety supplies, including CPR kits, burn kits, and automotive and emergency first aid kits under the First Aid Central; and alcohol prep pads, alcohol wipes, benzalkonium chloride wipes, various antiseptic wipes, castile soaps, and lens cleaning wipes under the Med-Nap brand. It sells its products directly and through its independent manufacturer representatives to wholesale, contract, and retail stationery distributors; office supply super stores; school supply distributors; industrial distributors; wholesale florists; mass market and e-commerce retailers; and hardware chains, as well as sells a selection of products through its websites. The company was formerly known as Acme Shear Company and changed its name to Acme United Corporation in 1971. Acme United Corporation was founded in 1867 and is based in Shelton, Connecticut.

                      Acme United (ACU) Earnings & Revenues

                      ACU 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 ACU earnings summaries
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