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Acco Brands Corporation (ACCO) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Acco Brands Corporation stock (ACCO) is currently trading at $2.95. Acco Brands Corporation PE ratio is 6.52. Acco Brands Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.17. Analyst consensus price target for ACCO is $8.00. WallStSmart rates ACCO as Hold.

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ACCO

Acco Brands Corporation

NYSEINDUSTRIALS
$2.95
$0.04 (1.37%)
52W$2.84
$4.19
Target$8.00+171.2%

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ACCO Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Acco Brands Corporation (ACCO)

Margin of Safety
+43.8%
Strong Buy Zone
ACCO Fair Value
$7.36
Graham Formula
Current Price
$2.95
$4.41 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $7.36
Overvalued
Price $2.95
Graham IV $7.36
Analyst $8.00

ACCO trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $7.36, offering a 44% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Acco Brands Corporation (ACCO) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

58
out of 100
Grade: C
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around market cap and return on equity. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Acco Brands Corporation (ACCO) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.3010/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Price/SalesValuation
0.1710/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Price/BookValuation
0.3910/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

Institutional Own.Quality
83.17%10/10

83.17% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
6.52
Undervalued
Forward P/E
3.005
Attractive
Trailing P/E
6.52
Undervalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.17
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.731
Undervalued
ACCO Target Price
$8
106% Upside

Acco Brands Corporation (ACCO) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 2.7/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-4.30%0/10

Revenue declining -4.30%, a shrinking business

Profit MarginProfitability
2.71%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Market CapQuality
$259M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Return on EquityProfitability
6.50%3/10

Low profitability relative to shareholder equity

Operating MarginProfitability
11.20%4/10

Thin operating margins with cost pressures present

EPS GrowthGrowth
6.20%4/10

Modest earnings growth at 6.20%

Acco Brands Corporation (ACCO) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 58/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 2.7/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.30), Price/Sales (0.17), Price/Book (0.39) suggest the stock is attractively priced.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -4.30%, EPS Growth at 6.20%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 6.50%, Operating Margin at 11.20%, Profit Margin at 2.71%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 6.50% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -4.30% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Price/Sales) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Profit Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

ACCO Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

ACCO's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.17x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 0.51x (3th percentile). The current valuation is 89% below its historical high of 1.6x set in Dec 2006, and 325% above its historical low of 0.04x in Nov 2008. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~0.2x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Acco Brands Corporation (ACCO) · INDUSTRIALSBUSINESS EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

The Big Picture

Acco Brands Corporation faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 1.5B with 430% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 271.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 650.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 25M in free cash flow and 31M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 430% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 10.2%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor BUSINESS EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Acco Brands Corporation.

Bottom Line

Acco Brands Corporation faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(65 last 3 months)

Total Buys
33
Total Sells
32

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:26:30 AM

About Acco Brands Corporation(ACCO)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

INDUSTRIALS

Industry

BUSINESS EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Country

USA

ACCO Brands Corporation designs, manufactures and markets consumer, school, technology and office products. The company is headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois.