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| Symbol (US): | ACU |
| Website: | www.acmeunited.com |
Acme United Corporation is an innovative supplier of cutting devices, measuring instruments, and safety products for school, home, office, hardware and industrial use. Its leading brands include Westcott, Clauss, First Aid Only, PhysiciansCare and Pac-Kit.
Acme United (ACU – $10.51) entered into a new loan agreement with HSBC Bank to replace the revolving loan it had with Wells Fargo Bank. The new five-year facility provides for borrowings up to $30 million (an increase of $10 million) at an interest rate of LIBOR plus 1.75% (a decrease of 25 basis points). At today’s interest rates that […]
Read moreAcme United (ACU – $10.20) released solid growth numbers for the fourth quarter and full year 2011. The Company managed to increase its net sales with 16%, from $63.1 million in fiscal year 2010 to $73.3 million in 2011. This growth was also reflected in the bottom line. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2011, was $2,811,000, or […]
Read moreAcme United (ACU – $10.06) released solid growth numbers for the fourth quarter and full year 2011. The Company managed to increase its net sales with 16%, from $63.1 million in fiscal year 2010 to $73.3 million in 2011. This growth was also reflected in the bottom line. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2011, was $2,811,000, or […]
Read moreLast month, Les Stroud supported the launch of his personalized Camillus knives by doing an autograph signing at the SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Knife World, one of the leading magazines for knife enthusiasts, took advantage of this opportunity to interview the star of the six-time Gemini-nominated hit TV series Survivorman. The result is a 5-page interview with Les Stroud […]
Read moreThe SHOT Show, held last week in Las Vegas, was a phenomenal success for Camillus Knives, one of the brands of Acme United (ACU – $10.03). Hundreds of visitors showed up at the Camillus booth to see the new knives and to get a glimpse of “Survivorman” Les Stroud, who supported the launch of his personalized Camillus tools by doing […]
Read moreAcme United (ACU – $9.55) received a GOOD DESIGN award from the Chicago Athenaeum, Museum of Architecture and Design for its Westcott family of Trimair paper trimmers. The Trimair family has had strong customer response and will be available in several major retailers starting in early 2012. Thanks to the Trimair, Acme aims to, at least, double its current paper […]
Read moreAcme United (ACU – $9.54) signed an agreement to build and sell Camillus survival knives and tools, co-designed and promoted by outdoor adventurer Les Stroud, star of the six-time Gemini-nominated hit TV series Survivorman. Survivorman is broadcast on the Outdoor Life Network (OLN) in Canada, Science Channel in the US and Discovery Channel International. The TV series is licensed for […]
Read moreFor the third quarter ended September 30, 2011, Acme United (ACU – $9.44) recorded sales of $19.0 million, compared to $16.1 million in the third quarter of 2010, an increase of 18%. Net income for the third quarter of 2011 was $682,000, or $.22 per diluted share, compared with $612,000, or $.19 per diluted share, for the same period last […]
Read moreAcme United (ACU – $9.42) performed strongly during the third quarter ended September 30, 2011. The Company recorded sales of $19 million, compared to $16.1 million in the third quarter of 2010, an increase of 18%. For the third quarter of 2011, net income was $682,000, or $.22 per diluted share, compared with $612,000 or $.19 per diluted share, for […]
Read moreWhile we’re always on the lookout for new and interesting companies to introduce at Smallcaps.us, we believe that staying up-to-date on our current investments is even more important. That’s why we’re pleased to announce an update interview with Mr. Walter C. Johnsen, Chairman and CEO of Acme United Corporation (ACU – $9.11). The interview touches upon Acme’s turnaround in Europe, […]
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