ACU
Acme United Corporation
CUTLERY, HANDTOOLS & GENERAL HARDWARE
Acme United (ACU) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$70.22
+0.02 (+0.03%)
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5d:
+2.0%
30d:
+14.4%
90d:
+16.26%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (24%)
Quality Score
34/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$62.09 – $68.68
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
26.2x
FAIR
vs 28.3x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$70.00
-0.3% vs target
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$66.32 / $72.21
Trend: Strong Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$77.47
Based on 2.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$48.10
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 $70.22, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $62.09 to $68.68. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 26.2) is in line with its historical norms (28.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 73.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACU is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $72.21. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ACU scores 24/100 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 $72.21. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ACU scores 24/100 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
$62.09 -
$68.68
Company Quality Score
34/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
23.8%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$62.09 -
$68.68
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support Level
$66.32
Resistance Level
$72.21
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 12, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (24/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($70.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 34/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.20
Wall Street Target
$70.00
(-0.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
18.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
73.9%
Profit Margin
5.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
26.2 vs 28.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$68.46
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$66.75
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$65.08
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26→28)
$70.30
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.2, Growth: 1.9%)
$74.30
(+6%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 1.9%)
$56.32
(-20%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 1.9%)
$47.87
(-32%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 25.53 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.75
Bull Case
$75.25
(+7%)
Analyst growth -2.5%, PE expands to 28.1
Base Case
$68.41
(-3%)
Market implied -2.5%, PE stable at 25.5
Bear Case
$47.74
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 21.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 26.2 to 28.3
Stabilization Target:
$75.84
(+8.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.0%
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Last updated: November 12, 2026 8:49 PM ET
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