Acme United Corp (ACU) Financial Statements
Industry: Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware
In fiscal 2025, Acme United reported revenue of $196.5M, up 1.1% from $194.5M the year before. Net income was $10.2M (a 5.2% net margin), or $2.49 per diluted share. Gross margin was 39.4% and operating margin was 7.5%. Operating activities generated $18.2M of cash, leaving $7.6M of free cash flow. At fiscal year end, Acme United held $171.0M in total assets against $53.4M in total liabilities, including $3.6M of cash and equivalents.
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Acme United Key Stats
| Share Price | $62.37 |
|---|---|
| Market Cap | $258.3M |
| P/E Ratio | 25.0 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.93% |
| Revenue YoY Growth | +1.1% |
| 52-Week Range | $35.03 – $63.70 |
| Shares Outstanding | 3.8 million (basic, 2026 Q2) |
Acme United Income Statement
| FY 2020 | FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $164.0M | $182.1M | $194.0M | $191.5M | $194.5M | $196.5M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $104.4M | $117.3M | $130.4M | $119.3M | $118.1M | $119.1M |
| Gross Profit | $59.6M | $64.8M | $63.6M | $72.2M | $76.4M | $77.4M |
| Operating Income | $11.4M | $12.8M | $6.3M | $13.2M | $14.1M | $14.7M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $9.8M | $15.2M | $3.7M | $22.7M | $12.3M | $13.1M |
| Income Tax | $1.7M | $1.5M | $627,679 | $4.9M | $2.3M | $2.9M |
| Net Income | $8.1M | $13.7M | $3.0M | $17.8M | $10.0M | $10.2M |
| Diluted EPS | $2.31 | $3.45 | $0.82 | $4.86 | $2.45 | $2.49 |
Acme United Quarterly Results
| 2025 Q3 | 2025 Q4 | 2026 Q1 | 2026 Q2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $49.1M | $47.5M | $52.3M | $62.7M |
| Net Income | $1.9M | $1.9M | $985,000 | $5.1M |
| Diluted EPS | $0.46 | $0.46 | $0.24 | $1.22 |
Acme United Balance Sheet
| FY 2020 | FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $4.2M | $4.8M | $6.1M | $4.8M | $6.4M | $3.6M |
| Current Assets | $83.7M | $95.3M | $105.6M | $92.0M | $95.5M | $96.2M |
| Total Assets | $129.9M | $144.4M | $164.4M | $149.2M | $162.2M | $171.0M |
| Current Liabilities | $20.2M | $20.3M | $22.1M | $26.0M | $22.9M | $22.9M |
| Total Long-Term Debt | $38.8M | $33.0M | $49.9M | $13.1M | $17.6M | $11.9M |
| Total Liabilities | $67.2M | $67.4M | $85.3M | $51.3M | $55.2M | $53.4M |
| Shareholders' Equity | $62.7M | $77.1M | $79.0M | $97.9M | $107.0M | $117.6M |
Acme United Cash Flow Statement
| FY 2020 | FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash From Operations | $5.7M | $5.1M | $2.9M | $28.9M | $12.0M | $18.2M |
| Cash From Investing | -$14.0M | -$6.4M | -$14.2M | $7.4M | -$12.9M | -$12.3M |
| Cash From Financing | $5.3M | $2.0M | $14.3M | -$38.4M | $2.0M | -$8.9M |
| Free Cash Flow | $3.2M | -$1.2M | -$1.4M | $24.2M | $4.8M | $7.6M |
| Dividends Paid | $1.6M | $1.8M | $1.9M | $2.0M | $2.2M | $2.3M |
Figures from Acme United's 10-K and 10-Q filings with the SEC, as of 2026-10-14. Fiscal years follow the company's own reporting calendar. EPS and share counts are adjusted for later stock splits. See the full Acme United financials page for every line item.
Acme United Company Profile
| Ticker | ACU |
|---|---|
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Industry | Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware |
| Headquarters | Shelton, Connecticut |
| Incorporated in | Connecticut |
| Fiscal Year End | December 31 |
| SEC Filer Category | Accelerated filer, smaller reporting company |
| SEC CIK | 0000002098 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Acme United's revenue in fiscal 2025?
Acme United (ACU) reported revenue of $196.5M for fiscal 2025.
What is Acme United's annual revenue history?
Acme United's annual revenue by fiscal year: 2020: $164.0M; 2021: $182.1M; 2022: $194.0M; 2023: $191.5M; 2024: $194.5M; 2025: $196.5M.
What was Acme United's net income in fiscal 2025?
Acme United reported net income of $10.2M for fiscal 2025.
What was Acme United's earnings per share (EPS) in fiscal 2025?
Acme United's diluted EPS was $2.49 for fiscal 2025 (adjusted for any later stock splits).
How much free cash flow did Acme United generate in fiscal 2025?
Acme United generated $7.6M of free cash flow in fiscal 2025.
What was Acme United's revenue last quarter?
In its most recent reported quarter (2026 Q2), Acme United reported revenue of $62.7M.
How much debt does Acme United have?
Acme United reported $11.9M of long-term debt, including the current portion, at the end of fiscal 2025.
How many shares of Acme United are outstanding?
Acme United reported a weighted average of 3.8 million basic shares outstanding in 2026 Q2.
What is Acme United's market cap?
Based on its latest closing price, Acme United (ACU) has a market capitalization of about $258.3M.
When does Acme United's fiscal year end?
Acme United's fiscal year end, as registered with the SEC, is December 31.
Where is Acme United headquartered?
Acme United lists its business address in Shelton, Connecticut in its SEC filings.