8-K current report · filed Apr 23, 2026

ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) 8-K Current Report: April 23, 2026

Item 2.02Item EX-99.1ACU overview

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ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on April 23, 2026 reporting Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition), Item EX-99.1 (Exhibit EX-99.1). Q1 2026 results for quarter ended March 31, 2026.

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Item 2.02 · Results of Operations and Financial Condition

  • Q1 2026 results for quarter ended March 31, 2026
  • Financial details and management commentary available in Exhibit 99.1 press release

Item EX-99.1 · Exhibit EX-99.1

  • Q1 2026 sales rose 14% to $52.3M, with 6% comparable growth excluding My Medic
  • Net income fell 40% to $1.0M and diluted EPS 41% to $0.24 amid tariffs, healthcare costs, and Med-Nap investments
  • Gross margin improved to 39.7% from 39.0%, but SG&A increased to $19.0M from $15.5M
  • My Medic contributed minimal Q1 earnings, with most profitability expected in Q4 due to seasonal direct-to-consumer demand
  • Net debt rose to $38.6M, while approximately $10M of incremental inventory orders target anticipated Iran-related shortages and cost increases

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