ACCO Brands Corporation (ACCO)

ACCO Brands Corp.'s stock price has experienced a decline over the past year. In February 2025, ACCO Brands reported that fourth-quarter 2024 sales and EPS were in line with their outlook, despite greater foreign currency headwinds and announced an increase in its multi-year cost reduction program to $100 million in cumulative savings. In March 2025, S&P Global Ratings downgraded ACCO Brands' credit rating to 'B+' from 'BB-', citing ongoing sales declines.

Demand for ACCO Brands Corp. products exhibits seasonality, with sales shifting between the first and second quarters, primarily influenced by the timing of back-to-school shipments in North America. The first quarter is typically the smallest sales quarter of the year for the company.

ACCO Brands Corporation is a global enterprise focused on designing, marketing, and manufacturing branded academic, consumer, and business products. The company operates in the Consumer Packaged Goods and Industrial Goods sectors, specifically in Art & Office Supply Manufacturing and Office Supply Stores. ACCO Brands offers a wide array of products, including computer and gaming accessories, storage and organization solutions, and various office and DIY tools, featuring brands such as AT-A-GLANCE, Kensington, and Mead.

ACCO Brands has a significant global presence, marketing its products in over 100 countries through its own sales force and distribution networks. The company maintains a business presence in key regions including the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, and Brazil. Its headquarters are located in Lake Zurich, Illinois, USA.

ACCO Brands was named one of America's Safest Companies for 2023 by EHS Today, marking the third time the company has received this recognition. However, the company has faced challenges that could indirectly affect its brand perception, including softer global demand for certain office-related products and lower demand for back-to-school products in Brazil. Additionally, past acquisitions have not always generated the expected returns, leading to significant impairment charges in 2023 and 2024.

ACCO Brands Corporation is primarily owned by institutional shareholders (82.70%), with insiders holding 20.87% and retail investors 0.00%. Major institutional owners include Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, BlackRock, Inc., and Vanguard Group Inc. Lane Industries Inc is noted as the largest individual shareholder, owning 11.05% of the company's shares.