Acme United Corporation
ACU
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#15399
Acme United Corporation is a global supplier specializing in first aid, safety,... Acme United Corporation is a global supplier specializing in first aid, safety, cutting, sharpening, and measuring tools. Its products cater to a diverse clientele across educational institutions, households, corporate offices, hardware stores, sporting goods outlets, and industrial sectors throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and other international markets. The company's extensive portfolio is distributed under several prominent brands. Westcott offers a broad array of items including scissors, shears, various knives, rulers, pencil sharpeners, paper trimmers, specialized safety cutters, lettering supplies, glue guns, and craft essentials. Cutting implements fall under the Clauss brand. For outdoor and tactical applications, Camillus features fixed-blade and folding knives, sight-cutting devices, and tactical tools. Anglers benefit from Cuda, which provides fishing tools and knives, protective cut- and puncture-resistant gloves, telescopic landing nets, net containment systems, and fishing gaffs. Precision sharpening solutions are supplied by DMT. In the health and safety segment, First Aid Only delivers comprehensive first aid kits and safety provisions. PhysiciansCare offers portable eyewash solutions and a range of over-the-counter medications, including aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen. Spill Magic addresses bodily fluid and general spill clean-up requirements. First Aid Central expands the first aid offerings with various kits, refills, and specialized safety supplies like CPR, burn, automotive, and emergency kits. Lastly, Med-Nap provides a selection of sanitary wipes, such as alcohol prep pads, alcohol wipes, benzalkonium chloride wipes, antiseptic wipes, castile soaps, and lens cleaning wipes. Acme United employs a multi-channel distribution strategy, selling directly and through independent manufacturer representatives to a vast network. This includes wholesale, contract, and retail stationery distributors, large office supply stores, school supply channels, industrial distributors, wholesale florists, mass market and e-commerce retailers, and hardware chains. A curated range of its products is also available for purchase on the company's official websites. Founded in 1867 as Acme Shear Company, the corporation was renamed Acme United Corporation in 1971 and is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut.
Share Price
$69.24
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$265.45M
Change (1 day)
1.26%
Change (1 year)
89.44%
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EPS for Acme United Corporation (ACU)
EPS as of September 2026 TTM: $2.95
According to Acme United Corporation's latest financial reports, its current EPS (TTM) is $2.95. At the end of 2025 the company had an EPS of $2.69, a decrease compared to its 2024 EPS of $2.71.
EPS history for Acme United Corporation from 2000 to 2026
EPS at the end of each year
| Year | EPS | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | $2.95 | 9.67% |
| 2025 | $2.69 | -0.74% |
| 2024 | $2.71 | -44.24% |
| 2023 | $4.86 | 465.12% |
| 2022 | $0.86 | -78.12% |
| 2021 | $3.93 | 62.40% |
| 2020 | $2.42 | 46.67% |
| 2019 | $1.65 | 21.32% |
| 2018 | $1.36 | 12.40% |
| 2017 | $1.21 | -31.25% |
| 2016 | $1.76 | 22.22% |
| 2015 | $1.44 | -2.70% |
| 2014 | $1.48 | 17.46% |
| 2013 | $1.26 | 10.53% |
| 2012 | $1.14 | 25.27% |
| 2011 | $0.91 | 10.98% |
| 2010 | $0.82 | -4.65% |
| 2009 | $0.86 | -32.81% |
| 2008 | $1.28 | 12.28% |
| 2007 | $1.14 | 2.70% |
| 2006 | $1.11 | 32.14% |
| 2005 | $0.84 | -12.50% |
| 2004 | $0.96 | 159.46% |
| 2003 | $0.37 | 94.74% |
| 2002 | $0.19 | -48.65% |
| 2001 | $0.37 | 23.33% |
| 2000 | $0.30 | 0.00% |
EPS for similar companies or competitors
| Company | EPS | EPS Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| $6.75 | 128.81% |
US
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| $13.18 | 346.82% |
FR
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| $4.74 | 60.66% |
GB
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| $2.57 | -12.88% |
US
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| $0.67 | -77.18% |
IN
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Questions about Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS)
What is Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS)?
Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) over the last twelve months is $2.95, as of Sep 2026.
What was Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) in 2025?
In 2025, Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) was $2.69, 0.74% less than in 2024 ($2.71).
How has Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) went from $2.42 to $2.69, an average growth of 2.14% a year.
How does Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) compare with similar companies?
Acme United Corporation's earnings per share (EPS) ($2.95) is higher than that of 2 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is L'Oréal S.A., with $13.18.