Intrinsic Value Overview
Acme United Corporation (ACU)
Acme United Corporation (ACU) intrinsic value summary: current price $45.01, fair value $43.97, -1% implied move via DCF and relative valuation.
Method Breakdown
Base blend: 60% DCF + 40% RelativeCompany Quality
Average quality — mixed signals, monitor closely
Wall St Estimates
Shareholder Returns
Total Return vs S&P 500
Fundamental Analysis
Profitability & Financial HealthProfitability
Returns & MarginsSolvency
Financial HealthGrowth & Margins
Quarterly Trends · 5-Year Window · Hover for detailPiotroski F-Score
Fundamental QualityMonte Carlo Distribution & Risk
10,000 SimulationsEarnings Surprise History
Last 12 Quarters| Quarter | EPS Est. | EPS Act. | Surprise | EPS | Rev |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4'25Latest | $0.63 | $0.46 | -27.0% | ||
| Q3'25 | $0.50 | $1.16 | +132.0% | ||
| Q2'25 | $0.59 | $0.41 | -30.5% | ||
| Q1'25 | $0.53 | $0.41 | -22.6% | ||
| Q4'24 | $0.72 | $0.54 | -25.0% | ||
| Q3'24 | $0.94 | $1.09 | +16.0% | ||
| Q2'24 | $0.36 | $0.39 | +8.3% | ||
| Q1'24 | $0.55 | $0.40 | -27.3% |
Peer Valuation Comparison
Household & Personal Products CohortAnnual Returns vs SPY
Total Return (Price + Dividends)| Year | Stock Return | SPY Return | Alpha |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | +12.3% | +0.4% | +11.9% |
| 2025 | +11.6% | +16.6% | -5.0% |
| 2024 | -10.9% | +24.0% | -34.9% |
| 2023Best | +100.1% | +24.8% | +75.3% |
| 2022 | -33.1% | -19.9% | -13.2% |
| 2021 | +11.8% | +28.8% | -17.0% |
| 2020 | +26.9% | +15.1% | +11.8% |
| 2019 | +62.3% | +28.7% | +33.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
ValuationIs ACU a good stock to buy right now?
Based on our multi-model analysis of Acme United Corporation (ACU) at $45.01: Relative valuation verdict: Fairly Valued vs industry peers. Fundamental quality score: 48/100 (moderate). Wall Street consensus: Buy from 1 analysts. This is a quantitative summary combining DCF intrinsic value, peer-based relative valuation, quality scoring, and analyst consensus — not a buy/sell recommendation. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before investing.
ValuationWhat is Acme United Corporation's fair value?
Acme United Corporation has multiple fair value estimates from different frameworks: Relative fair value: $43.97 (Fairly Valued, -0.5% vs current price). We recommend comparing all three lenses — when DCF, relative, and analyst targets converge, the signal is stronger. When they diverge, investigate what assumptions differ.
QualityIs ACU financially healthy?
Acme United Corporation's financial health as measured by our composite scoring: Overall quality score: 48/100. Piotroski F-Score: 5/9 (moderate). Altman Z-Score: 4.5 (safe zone — low bankruptcy risk). Return on invested capital: 8.4%. Cash conversion (OCF/NI): 1.19x (earnings are cash-backed). The quality score blends profitability (ROIC, ROE, margins), solvency (leverage, coverage, Z-Score), and growth trajectory into a single 0–100 framework updated end-of-day.
PerformanceHow has ACU performed compared to the S&P 500?
Acme United Corporation's performance profile: 1-year total return: +16.8%. 1-year alpha vs S&P 500: +1.3% (outperforming the benchmark). 5-year CAGR: +5.3%. Maximum drawdown (1Y): -20.4%. Relative Strength rating: 65/99 (average momentum). Beta: 0.51 (less volatile than the market). Total returns include reinvested dividends. Alpha is calculated against the S&P 500 Total Return Index over matching periods.
IncomeDoes ACU pay dividends?
Current dividend yield: 1.2%. Annual dividend per share: $0.54. Payout ratio: 22% (well-covered). 5-year dividend CAGR: +3.1%. Total shareholder yield (dividends + buybacks): 1.2%.
EstimatesWhat do Wall Street analysts say about ACU?
Wall Street's outlook on Acme United Corporation: Consensus rating: Buy from 1 covering analysts. Earnings beat rate: 33%. Forward P/E: 27.8x. Analyst estimates are blended into our proprietary model with weight based on coverage depth and historical accuracy. We track estimate revisions, beat rates, and grade changes daily.
RiskWhat are the key risks of investing in ACU?
Key risks identified for Acme United Corporation: Drawdown risk: The stock experienced a -20.4% max drawdown in the past year. Note: This model does not capture regulatory changes, management decisions, competitive disruption, or geopolitical events. Macro and qualitative risks remain material and should be assessed independently.
LegalDoes this dashboard provide investment advice?
No. This overview dashboard aggregates data from our DCF intrinsic value model, relative peer multiples model, proprietary estimates engine, and third-party analyst consensus feeds. It is strictly for educational and informational purposes. The operator of this platform is not a registered investment advisor (RIA), broker-dealer, or financial planner. All model outputs, fair value estimates, quality scores, and signals are automated quantitative computations and should not be construed as investment recommendations. Consult a qualified, licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Past model performance does not guarantee future results.