Acme United (ACU) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACU - Acme United Corporation
$63.50
0.35 (0.55%)
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5d:
+1.2%
30d:
-0.5%
90d:
+35.08%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ACU shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ACU shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$21.24
Based on -13.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$13.19
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ACU is currently trading at $63.50, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $61.53 to $63.41. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 34.7) compared to its historical average (27.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 7.9% annual earnings growth. This is a high bar to clear, indicating the stock may be priced for perfection.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACU is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $64.87. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ACU scores 36/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACU is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $64.87. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ACU scores 36/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$61.53 -
$63.41
Company Quality Score
47/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
16.7%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (36/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($58.00)
- BEARISH: Market expects 7.9% growth - appears too optimistic based on history
- WARNING: Composite score 47/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$61.53 -
$63.41
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$61.35
Resistance Level
$64.87
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
34.70
Wall Street Target
$58.00
(-8.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
16.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
5.2%
Profit Margin
4.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+7.9% premium
PE vs Historical
34.7 vs 27.7
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+7.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$68.52
(+8%)
2-Year Target
$73.93
(+16%)
3-Year Target
$79.77
(+26%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 35→28)
PE COMPRESSION
$63.68
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 34.7, Growth: -30.7%)
$46.29
(+-27%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.4, Growth: -30.7%)
$27.22
(-57%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.3, Growth: -30.7%)
$23.13
(-64%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 26.53 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.38
Bull Case
$53.41
(-16%)
Analyst growth -23.1%, PE expands to 29.2
Base Case
$48.56
(-24%)
Market implied -23.1%, PE stable at 26.5
Bear Case
$42.94
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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