ACU Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACU - Acme United Corporation
$60.96
-1.14 (-1.84%)
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5d:
+0.93%
30d:
+16.22%
90d:
+41.08%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 21, 2026
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Bottom Line:
ℹ️ NEUTRAL: ACU is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 7.8% 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 7.8% 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 $60.96, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $50.57 to $61.02. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 33.3) compared to its historical average (26.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 7.8% 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. Immediate support is located at $55.91, while resistance sits at $63.40.
Market Sentiment: ACU scores 0/100 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. Immediate support is located at $55.91, while resistance sits at $63.40.
Market Sentiment: ACU scores 0/100 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$50.57 -
$61.02
Company Quality Score
36/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
37.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (0/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($58.00)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 7.8% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 36/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$50.57 -
$61.02
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$55.91
Resistance Level
$63.40
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
33.31
Wall Street Target
$58.00
(-4.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
16.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
5.2%
Profit Margin
4.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+7.8% premium
PE vs Historical
33.3 vs 26.6
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+7.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$65.71
(+8%)
2-Year Target
$70.84
(+16%)
3-Year Target
$76.37
(+25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 33→27)
PE COMPRESSION
$60.98
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 33.3, Growth: -30.7%)
$44.44
(+-27%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: -30.7%)
$26.77
(-56%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: -30.7%)
$22.76
(-63%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 25.66 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.42
Bull Case
$51.66
(-15%)
Analyst growth -24.4%, PE expands to 28.2
Base Case
$46.96
(-23%)
Market implied -24.4%, PE stable at 25.7
Bear Case
$42.23
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 21.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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