Acme United (ACU) Announces Dividend Payout for July 24, 2023: An Analysis
In a latest financial announcement, Acme United (ACU) - a renowned company in the industrial goods sector, has declared that it will pay a dividend of $0.14 per share with a record date of July 24, 2023. The ex-dividend date is set for June 30, 2023. This dividend distribution mirrors the last payout of $0.14 per share, which was dispensed on April 21, 2023.
In the investment world, dividends are seen as a key indicator of a company's financial health and its profitability. Companies that consistently pay dividends are generally considered financially stable, which can create investor confidence and attract potential shareholders.
The company's announcement also highlights key dates, namely the ex-dividend and the record date. It's worth noting these as they play a significant role in who receives the forthcoming dividend payment.
The ex-dividend date, scheduled for June 30, 2023, is particularly important for investors to keep in mind. This is the date after which any purchased stocks will not include the rights to the next dividend payment. Simply put, if an investor buys the stocks on or after the ex-dividend date, they will not receive the upcoming dividend. Instead, that dividend is 'repossessed' by the seller.
The record date (July 24, 2023) is the date by which you must officially own shares of Acme United to be entitled to the dividend. Any changes in stock ownership on or after this date do not affect the dividend payment.
The consistent dividend of $0.14 per share indicates Acme United's steady approach to returning capital to shareholders. This can be seen as a positive sign for investors, as it signals the company's strong cash position and its ability to generate consistent earnings.
It's worth noting that a stable and predictable dividend often hints at a company's underlying financial strength. However, investors should also look at other performance indicators and financial metrics to get a complete picture of the company's financial status.
Investors interested in purchasing Acme United shares with the aim of earning dividends should take action before the ex-dividend date of June 30, 2023. The consistent dividend payout indicates a positive cash flow status of the company, which could be a promising sign for prospective and current shareholders. However, every investment decision should be made after considering various factors, and dividends are just one aspect of the company's overall financial health.
As we move towards the record date, it will be interesting to monitor Acme United's performance and see if the company continues to maintain its dividend payout amid the dynamic market conditions.
ACU's RSI Oscillator recovers from oversold territory
The RSI Indicator for ACU moved out of oversold territory on October 17, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is shifting from a downward trend to an upward trend. Traders may want to buy the stock or call options. The A.I.dvisor looked at 18 similar instances when the indicator left oversold territory. In of the 18 cases the stock moved higher. This puts the odds of a move higher at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 17 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where ACU advanced for three days, in of 244 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
ACU may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on October 02, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on ACU as a result. In of 108 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
ACU moved below its 50-day moving average on September 23, 2025 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for ACU crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on September 23, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 19 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where ACU declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for ACU entered a downward trend on October 22, 2025. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.263) is normal, around the industry mean (14.325). P/E Ratio (15.706) is within average values for comparable stocks, (60.864). ACU's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is very low in comparison to the industry average of (2.484). Dividend Yield (0.016) settles around the average of (0.032) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.810) is also within normal values, averaging (6.127).
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 89, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating slightly worse than average price growth. ACU’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
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