Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL)

Currency in USD
11.97
-0.19(-1.56%)
Real-time Data·
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Fair Value
Day's Range
11.9312.30
52 wk Range
9.5514.00
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
12.16
Open
12.3
Day's Range
11.93-12.3
52 wk Range
9.55-14
Volume
88.06K
Average Volume (3m)
302.83K
1-Year Change
8.6207%
Book Value / Share
3.49
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
15.83
Upside
+32.28%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Liquid assets exceed short term obligations

Accel Entertainment Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

5 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
6 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 15.83
(+32.28% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Citizens
Buy15.00+25.31%14.00Maintain05-08-2026
Texas Capital Securities
Buy18.00+50.38%17.00Maintain13-07-2026
Citizens
Buy14.00+16.96%-Maintain14-04-2026
Truist Securities
Hold14.00+16.96%13.00Maintain04-03-2026
Citizens
Buy14.00+16.96%13.00Maintain04-03-2026

Accel Entertainment Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Accel Entertainment posted record Q2 2026 revenue of $368.13M, up 10% YoY, but EPS of $0.15 missed analyst estimates of $0.20 by 25%.
  • Adjusted EBITDA reached a record $59M, up 11% YoY, while net income nearly doubled to $13M from $7M, reflecting improved operating efficiency.
  • Company secured licenses for 17 of 39 Chicago establishments with operations expected to begin within weeks; full-year capex guidance set at $60M-$70M.
  • Leadership announced strategic shift from logistics model to gaming and hospitality focus, prioritizing revenue per location over terminal count expansion.
  • Stock closed at $12.16, up 1.08%, with minimal after-hours movement; company maintains strong liquidity with $255M cash and 1.4x net leverage ratio.
Last Updated: 05-08-2026, 05:04 am
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Earnings

Latest Release
04-08-2026
EPS / Forecast
0.15 / 0.20
Revenue / Forecast
368.13M / 355.6M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

ACEL Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
17.2x22.9x10.4x
PEG Ratio
0.260.140.02
Price/Book
3.4x2.2x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.7x1.2x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
31.6%37.7%25.9%
Fair Value Upside
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Accel Entertainment, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a distributed gaming operator in the United States. It engages in the installation, maintenance, and operation of gaming terminals; redemption devices that disburse winnings and contain automated teller machine (ATM) functionality; and other amusement devices in authorized non-casino locations, such as restaurants, bars, taverns, convenience stores, liquor stores, truck stops, and grocery stores. The company also designs and manufactures gaming terminals and related equipment, as well as offers turnkey and full-service gaming solutions to bars, restaurants, convenience stores, truck stops, and fraternal and veteran establishments. In addition, it operates stand-alone ATMs in gaming and non-gaming locations, as well as amusement devices, including jukeboxes, dartboards, pool tables, and other entertainment related equipment; and develops brick-and-mortar casinos that serve local gaming markets and horse racing venues. Accel Entertainment, Inc. is headquartered in Burr Ridge, Illinois.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
12.36M15.22%150.25M
Other Institutional Investors
50.69M62.43%616.39M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
18.15M22.35%220.67M
Total
81.19M100.00%987.31M

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Clairvest Group Inc.20.81%1,68,98,8682,05,490
Darlington Partners Capital Management, LP9.97%80,98,34998,476

FAQ

What Is the Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Share Price Today?

The Accel Entertainment share price today is 11.97.

What is the current Accel Entertainment (ACEL) share price and day range?

As of 10-08-2026, the Accel Entertainment share price is 11.97, with a previous close of 12.16. The share price has ranged from 11.93 to 12.30 today, while the 52-week range spans from 9.55 to 14.00.

What Is the Accel Entertainment Market Cap?

As of today, Accel Entertainment market cap is 974.32M.

What Is the Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Share Price Target?

The average 12-month share price target for Accel Entertainment is 15.83, with a high estimate of 18 and a low estimate of 14. 5 analysts recommend buying, while 0 suggest selling, with an overall rating of Strong Buy and +32.28% Upside potential.

What Is Accel Entertainment's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Accel Entertainment EPS (TTM) is 0.67.

When Is the Next Accel Entertainment Earnings Date?

Accel Entertainment will release its next earnings report on 10-11-2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is ACEL a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

What Stock Exchange Does Accel Entertainment Trade On?

Accel Entertainment is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Accel Entertainment?

The stock symbol for Accel Entertainment is "ACEL."

How Many Times Has Accel Entertainment Stock Split?

Accel Entertainment has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Accel Entertainment Have?

Accel Entertainment has 1600 employees.

What Is the ACEL Premarket Price?

ACEL's last pre-market stock price is 12.20. The pre-market share volume is 90.00, and the stock has changed by 0.04, or 0.33%.
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