Acme United Corporation (ACU)vsKimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
ACU
Acme United Corporation
$44.43
-0.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $165.31M
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$99.36
+0.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $32.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimberly-Clark Corporation generates 8268% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $196.54M). KMB leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 5.2%. ACU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.54. ACU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ACU
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
KMB
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+19.5%
Fair Value
$54.38
Current Price
$44.43
$9.95 discount
Margin of Safety
+9.3%
Fair Value
$118.58
Current Price
$99.36
$19.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 127 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 21.9x book value
Revenue declined 0.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACU
The strongest argument for ACU centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ACU
The primary concerns for ACU are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 4.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACU profiles as a value stock while KMB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
ACU is growing revenue faster at 3.4% — sustainability is the question.
KMB generates stronger free cash flow (575M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACU scores higher overall (53/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
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