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Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Accel Entertainment Inc stock (ACEL) is currently trading at $11.29. Accel Entertainment Inc PE ratio is 18.20. Accel Entertainment Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.68. Analyst consensus price target for ACEL is $15.50. WallStSmart rates ACEL as Underperform.

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ACEL

Accel Entertainment Inc

NYSECONSUMER CYCLICAL
$11.29
$0.03 (0.27%)
52W$9.02
$13.31
Target$15.50+37.3%

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ACEL Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL)

Margin of Safety
+60.5%
Strong Buy Zone
ACEL Fair Value
$28.08
Graham Formula
Current Price
$11.29
$16.79 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $28.08
Overvalued
Price $11.29
Graham IV $28.08
Analyst $15.50

ACEL trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $28.08, offering a 60% 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

Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL) · 9 metrics scored

Smart Score

54
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 price/sales, eps growth, institutional own.. Concerns around operating margin and profit margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.3/10
Price/SalesValuation
0.6810/10

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

EPS GrowthGrowth
109.30%10/10

Earnings per share surging 109.30% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
76.09%10/10

76.09% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Return on EquityProfitability
19.20%7/10

Solid profitability: $19 profit per $100 equity

Supporting Valuation Data

Price/Sales (TTM)
0.683
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.903
Undervalued
ACEL Target Price
$15.5
37% Upside

Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 3.4/10
Operating MarginProfitability
9.97%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
3.87%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Price/BookValuation
3.304/10

Premium pricing at 3.3x book value

Revenue GrowthGrowth
7.50%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 7.50%

Market CapQuality
$909M5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 54/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, EPS Growth, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.68) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 19.20%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 109.30%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (3.30) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 7.50%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 9.97%, Profit Margin at 3.87%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 19.20% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 7.50% 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 (Price/Sales, EPS Growth) and negatives (Operating Margin, 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.

ACEL Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

ACEL's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.68x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 1.4x (1th percentile). The current valuation is 80% below its historical high of 3.45x set in May 2021, and 2% above its historical low of 0.67x in Mar 2025.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL) · CONSUMER CYCLICALGAMBLING

The Big Picture

Accel Entertainment Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 1.3B with 8% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 387.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 1920.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Free cash flow is -43M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.

High Debt Load

Debt-to-equity ratio of 2.26 is elevated. High leverage amplifies both gains and losses and increases financial risk.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor GAMBLING industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Accel Entertainment Inc.

Bottom Line

Accel Entertainment Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 387.0% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

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.

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About Accel Entertainment Inc(ACEL)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

CONSUMER CYCLICAL

Industry

GAMBLING

Country

USA

Accel Entertainment, Inc., is a distributed games operator in the United States. The company is headquartered in Burr Ridge, Illinois.