Acme United Corporation (ACU) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1985 to 2024
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EPS Growth Rates (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 39.3% | 7.3% | 5.2% |
| 2023 | 37.7% | 6.9% | 9.3% |
| 2022 | 32.8% | 3.2% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | 35.6% | 7.0% | 7.5% |
| 2020 | 36.3% | 7.0% | 4.9% |
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Acme United Corporation (ACU) Earnings Overview
As of March 1, 2026, Acme United Corporation (ACU) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $10M, reflecting -0.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $2.40 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 0.1%.
Looking at the long-term picture, ACU's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +8.9%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $18M in fiscal 2023.
Acme United Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 0.4%, operating margin of 0.1%, and net margin of 0.1%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to industry peers including KVUE ($1.43B net income, 0.1% margin), SGI ($384M net income, 0.1% margin), ACU has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare ACU vs KVUE →
Peer Comparison
Earnings metrics vs industry competitors
| Company | TTM Net Income | TTM EPS | Net Margin | ROE | YoY Growth | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ACUCurrent | $10M | $2.40 | 0.1% | 0.1% | -0.5% | — |
KVUE | $1.4B | $0.75 | 0.1% | 0.1% | -0.4% | |
SGI | $384M | $1.80 | 0.1% | 0.2% | -0.1% |
Historical Data
38 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10M | -43.7% | $14M | $2.45 | 5.2% | 7.3% |
| 2023 | $18M | +486.3% | $13M | $4.86 | 9.3% | 6.9% |
| 2022 | $3M | -77.8% | $6M | $0.82 | 1.6% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | $14M | +68.6% | $13M | $3.45 | 7.5% | 7.0% |
| 2020 | $8M | +46.9% | $11M | $2.31 | 4.9% | 7.0% |
| 2019 | $6M | +19.9% | $8M | $1.60 | 3.9% | 5.9% |
| 2018 | $5M | +13.5% | $7M | $1.30 | 3.3% | 5.4% |
| 2017 | $4M | -30.7% | $8M | $1.09 | 3.1% | 6.0% |
| 2016 | $6M | +22.0% | $8M | $1.64 | 4.7% | 6.8% |
| 2015 | $5M | +0.1% | $7M | $1.30 | 4.4% | 6.7% |
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Start ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
Is ACU growing earnings?
ACU EPS of $2.40 reflects slowing growth at -0.5%, below the 5-year CAGR of +8.9%. TTM net income is $10M. Expansion rate has moderated.
What are ACU's profit margins?
Acme United Corporation net margin is +0.1%, with operating margin at +0.1%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are ACU's earnings?
ACU earnings data spans 1985-2024. The current earnings trend is -0.5% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.