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Acme United Corporation is projected to rise to $54.68 by 2027, a +16% move from its current price of $47.30. ACU is currently trading above its 50-day average (a bullish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong buy.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 7/12/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13 | $46.70 | $47.31 | $47.93 | +0.03% |
| Jul 14 | $46.46 | $47.32 | $48.20 | +0.05% |
| Jul 15 | $46.28 | $47.34 | $48.41 | +0.08% |
| Jul 16 | $46.14 | $47.35 | $48.59 | +0.10% |
| Jul 17 | $46.01 | $47.36 | $48.76 | +0.13% |
| Jul 18 | $45.89 | $47.37 | $48.90 | +0.16% |
| Jul 19 | $45.79 | $47.39 | $49.04 | +0.18% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $45.79 | $47.39 | $49.04 | +0.18% |
| Week 2 | $45.22 | $47.47 | $49.83 | +0.36% |
| Week 3 | $44.81 | $47.56 | $50.47 | +0.55% |
| Week 4 | $44.48 | $47.64 | $51.03 | +0.73% |
| Week 5 | $44.20 | $47.73 | $51.54 | +0.91% |
| Week 6 | $43.96 | $47.82 | $52.01 | +1.09% |
| Week 7 | $43.75 | $47.90 | $52.46 | +1.28% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
Acme United Corporation is a consumer defensive company that supplies cutting, measuring, first aid, and sharpening products to schools, homes, offices, hardware chains, sporting goods stores, and industrial markets in the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally. It markets a range of brands, including Westcott for scissors and rulers, Clauss for cutting tools, DMT for sharpening products, and several first aid lines under First Aid Only, PhysiciansCare, Spill Magic, First Aid Central, Safety Made, Med-Nap, Pac-Kit, and My Medic.
The company sells its products directly and through its independent manufacturer representatives to wholesale, contract, and retail stationery distributors; office supply superstores, mass market retailers, industrial and medical distributors, school supply distributors, drug store retailers, sporting goods stores, hardware chains, and wholesale florists, as well as through its websites.
The company was formerly known as Acme Shear Company and changed its name to Acme United Corporation in 1971. Acme United Corporation was founded in 1867 and is based in Shelton, Connecticut.
ACU is a consumer defensive stock trading at $48.94 with a market cap of $186.48M and a rank of 3862. It operates in a broad portfolio of cutlery, sharpening, first aid, and safety products across multiple markets, including the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally.
The current price sits within an established technical context, with a 30-day range from $44.79 to $53.47 and a nearby support of $40.53 and resistance at $47.56. The stock’s sector is reflected in its defensive positioning, and the long-run forecast shows persistent upside, with average prices rising from the 2026 level toward substantially higher levels by 2050.
Forecasts imply a multi-year uptrend, with 2026 at an average of $48.94 and a trajectory that reaches $97.30 by 2030 and $488.02 by 2050, highlighting meaningful long-term appreciation despite near-term fluctuations.
A major floor 17.0% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 11.0% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
The nearest ceiling, 3.5% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 12.0% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key ACU support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of ACU market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $47.52 | Sell | $47.60 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $47.87 | Sell | $47.43 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $46.72 | Buy | $46.66 | Buy |
| MA 50 | $43.99 | Buy | $45.14 | Buy |
| MA 100 | $44.17 | Buy | $44.10 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $42.06 | Buy | $42.92 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 57.00 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 0.00 | Buy |
| CCI (20) | 31.35 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -42.38 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.08 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | 2.56 | Buy |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.60 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 57.62 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | 0.39 | Buy |
| Awesome (5,34) | 2.36 | Buy |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 52.07 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -0.26 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | 64.00 | Buy |
| Hull MA (9) | 47.59 | Sell |
| ADX (14) | 22.36 | Buy |
| ATR (14) | 0.63 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture is bullish in tone, with RSI14 at 70 and price momentum supported by the nearby moving averages. The SMA50 is $43.25 and the SMA200 is $41.77, placing the price in a constructive trend context. In the coming month, the price has traded within a $44.79 to $53.47 range, facing resistance at $47.56 and strong support at $40.53.
Trading intuition is supported by the current price around mid-range and the bullish reading on momentum indicators, suggesting potential near-term upside if the resistance level holds or is surpassed.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40.04 | $47.30 | $64.02 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $44.78 | $54.68 | $69.79 | +16% | Neutral | |
| $51.61 | $64.20 | $84.16 | +36% | Bullish | |
| $60.28 | $76.15 | $101.96 | +61% | Bullish | |
| $71.25 | $91.21 | $124.33 | +93% | Bullish | |
| $80.99 | $104.95 | $145.31 | +122% | Bullish | |
| $79.47 | $104.14 | $146.25 | +120% | Bullish | |
| $84.85 | $112.37 | $159.84 | +138% | Bullish | |
| $96.19 | $128.64 | $185.19 | +172% | Bullish | |
| $104.93 | $141.67 | $206.21 | +200% | Bullish | |
| $144.66 | $203.71 | $310.72 | +331% | Bullish | |
| $302.09 | $456.23 | $745.97 | +865% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $40.04 | $47.30 | $57.00 | +0.00% |
| August 2026 | $41.45 | $48.52 | $58.02 | +2.58% |
| September 2026 | $41.18 | $48.43 | $58.37 | -0.19% |
| October 2026 | $42.55 | $50.25 | $60.96 | +3.77% |
| November 2026 | $44.04 | $52.19 | $63.66 | +3.85% |
| December 2026 | $43.92 | $52.22 | $64.02 | +0.05% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month ACU forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
In 2026, ACU is projected to trade between $40.04 and $64.02, averaging $47.30 — a potential gain of 0% from today's $47.30. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
Acme United Corporation's 2027 outlook centres on $54.68, within a $44.78 to $69.79 range. That is up +16% on the projected 2026 average. That marks a +16% change versus current levels. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
By 2028, ACU could reach as high as $84.16, with a base case around $64.20 and support toward $51.61 — roughly +36% from $47.30. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect ACU to range from $60.28 to $101.96 through 2029. The $76.15 average target implies a +61% move from current prices. That is up +19% on the projected 2028 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The ACU price prediction for 2030 points to an average of $91.21 (low $71.25, high $124.33) — a potential gain of +93% on today's $47.30. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2031, ACU is projected to trade between $80.99 and $145.31, averaging $104.95 — a potential gain of +122% from today's $47.30. That is up +15% on the projected 2030 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Acme United Corporation's 2032 outlook centres on $104.14, within a $79.47 to $146.25 range. That is -1% versus the projected 2031 average. That marks a +120% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2033, ACU could reach as high as $159.84, with a base case around $112.37 and support toward $84.85 — roughly +138% from $47.30. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect ACU to range from $96.19 to $185.19 through 2034. The $128.64 average target implies a +172% move from current prices. That is up +14% on the projected 2033 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The ACU price prediction for 2035 points to an average of $141.67 (low $104.93, high $206.21) — a potential gain of +200% on today's $47.30. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2040, ACU is projected to trade between $144.66 and $310.72, averaging $203.71 — a potential gain of +331% from today's $47.30. That is up +44% on the projected 2035 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Acme United Corporation's 2050 outlook centres on $456.23, within a $302.09 to $745.97 range. That is up +124% on the projected 2040 average. That marks a +865% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in ACU today (≈ 21.141649 ACU) could be worth
$9,645.41
+$8,645.41 (+865%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected ACU price of $456.23 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in ACUwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in ACU on Jul 10, 2025 (≈ 22.742779 ACU) would be worth
$1,075.73
+$75.73 (+7.6%) today · 1.08× · US Dollar
Based on a ACU entry price of $43.97 vs. today's $47.3.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $47.61 | $993.49 | -0.7% |
| 1 month ago | $44.86 | $1,054.39 | +5.4% |
| 3 months ago | $44.81 | $1,055.57 | +5.6% |
| 6 months ago | $43 | $1,100 | +10.0% |
| 1 year ago | $43.97 | $1,075.73 | +7.6% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $42.29 | $1,118.47 | +11.8% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our ACU forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $95.00 around 2031.
Implied market cap at $95.00: $361.98M
The multi-year forecast shows a clear path of growth, with the annualized outlook turning increasingly bullish after 2026. By 2030, the average price is projected at $97.30 with a max of $132.72 and a min of $75.97, representing an estimated ROI of 98.8% and bullish sentiment.
The forecast continues its upward arc through 2040 and 2050, with the 2040 average at $217.68 and a max of $332.16 (ROI 344.8%), and the 2050 average at $488.02 with a max of $798.15 (ROI 897.2%), both continuing under bullish sentiment. The year-by-year pathway includes 2027 average $57.60, 2028 $67.06, 2029 $80.56, 2031 $110.02, 2032 $109.40, 2033 $120.75, 2034 $136.82, and 2035 $149.92, illustrating steady upward momentum.
These figures are estimates and not guarantees, and actual results may differ due to market conditions and other factors.
Tap a question to reveal the answer.
In 2030, the forecast shows an average price of $97.30, a minimum of $75.97, and a maximum of $132.72, with an estimated ROI of 98.8% and a bullish sentiment.
The long-term forecast indicates bullish sentiment from 2027 onward, with the average price rising to $97.30 by 2030 and reaching higher levels by 2040 and 2050 (avg $217.68 and $488.02, respectively). However, these are estimates and not guarantees.
Yes. The forecast shows a max of $218.32 by 2035 and $332.16 by 2040, both above $200, with continued upside to $798.15 max by 2050.
Current price is $48.94 and market cap is $186.48M.
The 30-day range is $44.79 to $53.47.
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