Acme United (ACU) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACU - Acme United Corporation
$60.72
-0.63 (-1.03%)
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5d:
-3.85%
30d:
+1.9%
90d:
+33.51%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
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Bottom Line:
ℹ️ NEUTRAL: ACU is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 6.9% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
ℹ️ NEUTRAL: ACU is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 6.9% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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 $60.72, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $58.15 to $63.20. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 33.2) compared to its historical average (27.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 6.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACU is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $59.84. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ACU scores 30/100 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 currently testing key support at $59.84. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ACU scores 30/100 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
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$58.15 -
$63.20
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
44.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (30/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($58.00)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 6.9% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$58.15 -
$63.20
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$59.85
Resistance Level
$64.17
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
33.18
Wall Street Target
$58.00
(-4.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
16.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
5.2%
Profit Margin
4.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+6.9% premium
PE vs Historical
33.2 vs 27.2
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+6.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$64.91
(+7%)
2-Year Target
$69.39
(+14%)
3-Year Target
$74.18
(+22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 33→27)
PE COMPRESSION
$60.81
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 33.2, Growth: -30.7%)
$44.26
(+-27%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: -30.7%)
$26.91
(-56%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: -30.7%)
$22.87
(-62%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 25.78 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.38
Bull Case
$51.89
(-15%)
Analyst growth -23.1%, PE expands to 28.4
Base Case
$47.17
(-22%)
Market implied -23.1%, PE stable at 25.8
Bear Case
$41.72
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 21.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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