Acme United Corporation (ACU)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
ACU
Acme United Corporation
$69.50
+0.74%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $257.86M
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$163.56
-0.92%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $374.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 39764% more annual revenue ($87.92B vs $220.55M). PG leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 5.1%. ACU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.54. ACU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ACU
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
PG
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.4%
Fair Value
$35.49
Current Price
$69.50
$34.01 premium
Margin of Safety
-57.9%
Fair Value
$102.31
Current Price
$163.56
$61.25 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 73.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.2% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
4.0% revenue growth
0.8% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACU
The strongest argument for ACU centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 18.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 26.9%.
Bear Case : ACU
The primary concerns for ACU are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACU profiles as a growth stock while PG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — expect wider price swings.
ACU is growing revenue faster at 18.2% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACU scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100) and 18.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Acme United Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Acme United Corporation supplies cutting, measuring, first aid, sharpening and safety products for the school, home, office, hardware, sporting goods and industrial markets in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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