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ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) Stock Overview

NYSEARCA:ACU - US0048161048 - Common Stock

44.99 USD
+0.63 (+1.42%)
Last: 9/8/2025, 12:16:37 PM

ACU Key Statistics, Chart & Performance

Key Statistics
52 Week High45.42
52 Week Low34.35
Market Cap170.96M
Shares3.80M
Float3.33M
Yearly Dividend0.6
Dividend Yield1.44%
EPS(TTM)2.52
PE17.85
Fwd PE26.36
Earnings (Next)10-16 2025-10-16
IPO03-17 1980-03-17
Sector
GICS SectorIndustrials
GICS IndustryCommercial Services & Supplies
GICS IndustryGroupCommercial & Professional Services
GICS SubIndustryOffice Services & Supplies


ACU short term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of ACU in the last week, last 2 weeks, last month, last 3 and 6 months. 1 week 2 week 1 month 3 months 6 months 5 10 15

ACU long term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of ACU in the last 1, 2 and 3 years. 1 year 2 years 3 years 20 40 60 80

The current stock price of ACU is 44.99 USD. In the past month the price increased by 9.97%. In the past year, price increased by 5.36%.

ACME UNITED CORP / ACU Daily stock chart

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About ACU

Company Profile

ACU logo image Acme United Corp. is engaged in the supply of cutting devices, measuring instruments, and safety products for school, home, office, hardware and industrial use. The company is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut and currently employs 633 full-time employees. The firm markets and sells under two main product categories: first aid and medical; and cutting and sharpening. The first aid and medical category offers first aid and safety products under brands such as, First Aid Only, PhysiciansCare, Pac-Kit, Spill Magic, First Aid Central, Med-Nap, Safety Made and Elite brands. The cutting and sharpening categories offer school, home and office products, under the Westcott brand, and hardware, industrial and sporting goods products under the Clauss and DMT brands. The company operates in the United States (including Asian operations), Canada and Europe. The firm sells its products primarily to mass market and e-commerce retailers, industrial distributors, wholesale, contract and retail stationery distributors, office supply superstores, sporting goods stores, and hardware chains.

Company Info

ACME UNITED CORP

1 Waterview Drive, Suite 200

Shelton CONNECTICUT 06824 US

CEO: Walter C. Johnsen

Employees: 633

ACU Company Website

ACU Investor Relations

Phone: 12032546060

ACME UNITED CORP / ACU FAQ

What is the stock price of ACME UNITED CORP today?

The current stock price of ACU is 44.99 USD. The price increased by 1.42% in the last trading session.


What is the ticker symbol for ACME UNITED CORP stock?

The exchange symbol of ACME UNITED CORP is ACU and it is listed on the NYSE Arca exchange.


On which exchange is ACU stock listed?

ACU stock is listed on the NYSE Arca exchange.


What is the price forecast or stock price prediction for ACME UNITED CORP stock?

6 analysts have analysed ACU and the average price target is 51.51 USD. This implies a price increase of 14.49% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 44.99. Check the ACME UNITED CORP stock analysts ratings, price target forecast and up-and down grades for more detailed information.


What is ACME UNITED CORP worth?

ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) has a market capitalization of 170.96M USD. This makes ACU a Micro Cap stock.


How many employees does ACME UNITED CORP have?

ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) currently has 633 employees.


What are the support and resistance levels for ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) stock?

ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) has a support level at 44.75 and a resistance level at 45. Check the full technical report for a detailed analysis of ACU support and resistance levels.


Is ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) expected to grow?

The Revenue of ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) is expected to grow by 5.68% in the next year. Check the estimates tab for more information on the ACU EPS, Sales, EBIT and EBITDA future analyst estimates.


Should I buy ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) stock?

There is no straightforward answer here. It depends on your investment strategy as different types of investors will look at different aspects. In any case it is important to make an informed decision and these pages can help you forming an opinion:


Does ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) stock pay dividends?

ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) has a dividend yield of 1.44%. The yearly dividend amount is currently 0.6. Check the full fundamental report for a detailed analysis of ACU dividend history, reliability and sustainability.


When does ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) report earnings?

ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) will report earnings on 2025-10-16.


What is the Price/Earnings (PE) ratio of ACME UNITED CORP (ACU)?

The PE ratio for ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) is 17.85. This is based on the reported non-GAAP earnings per share of 2.52 and the current share price of 44.99 USD. Check the full fundamental report for a full analysis of the valuation metrics for ACU.


What is the Short Interest ratio of ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) stock?

The outstanding short interest for ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) is 2.69% of its float. Check the ownership tab for more information on the ACU short interest.


ACU Technical Analysis

ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 8 / 10 to ACU. When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, ACU is one of the better performing stocks in the market, outperforming 70.18% of all stocks.


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ACU Fundamental Analysis

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to ACU. ACU scores excellent on profitability, but there are some minor concerns on its financial health.


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ACU Financial Highlights

Over the last trailing twelve months ACU reported a non-GAAP Earnings per Share(EPS) of 2.52. The EPS increased by 2.44% compared to the year before.


Industry RankSector Rank
PM (TTM) 5.33%
ROA 6.05%
ROE 9.09%
Debt/Equity 0.23
Chartmill High Growth Momentum
EPS Q2Q%6.42%
Sales Q2Q%-2.58%
EPS 1Y (TTM)2.44%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)0.7%

ACU Forecast & Estimates

6 analysts have analysed ACU and the average price target is 51.51 USD. This implies a price increase of 14.49% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 44.99.

For the next year, analysts expect an EPS growth of 7.86% and a revenue growth 5.68% for ACU


Analysts
Analysts83.33
Price Target51.51 (14.49%)
EPS Next Y7.86%
Revenue Next Year5.68%

ACU Ownership

Ownership
Inst Owners88.94%
Ins Owners10.06%
Short Float %2.69%
Short Ratio4.49