Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Accel Entertainment Inc. (NYSE:ACEL) is a leading operator and distributor of video gaming terminals (VGTs) in regulated U.S. markets. The company partners with bars, restaurants, convenience stores, fraternal organizations and truck stops to install, service and manage electronic gaming machines under state licensing frameworks. Through revenue-share agreements with venue owners and a turnkey maintenance program, Accel delivers a comprehensive gaming solution that includes device placement, network monitoring and technical support.

With roots extending back to family-owned gaming enterprises established in the late 1980s, Accel leveraged the gradual legalization of VGTs to build a robust footprint in key jurisdictions. The firm went public in March 2020, initially listing on the NYSE American before graduating to the NYSE, underscoring its strategic growth ambitions. Accel’s proprietary software platform offers real-time performance monitoring, advanced analytics and cash-management capabilities, enabling optimized machine performance and strict regulatory compliance.

Accel’s operations are concentrated in the Midwestern states of Illinois and Indiana, where local gaming statutes permit widespread VGT deployments. The company continues to evaluate adjacent markets for expansion, applying its deep regulatory knowledge to secure licensing approvals and forge partnerships with operators and local authorities. This disciplined, compliance-driven approach has helped Accel maintain a leading position in each territory it serves.

Under the leadership of CEO Jim Kuiper and COO Dan Kuiper, Accel’s management team brings extensive experience in gaming operations, technology integration and regulatory affairs. Their expertise ensures prompt machine installation and maintenance, secure cash logistics and transparent reporting. By prioritizing service excellence and investing in innovation, Accel Entertainment is positioned to capitalize on the evolving U.S. gaming landscape and sustain its growth trajectory.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $12.02 to $12.14
• 50-Day Range: $10.26 to $12.12
• 52-Week Range: $9.02 to $12.96
• Volume: 79,128 shs
• Average Volume: 287,633 shs
• Market Capitalization: $1.03 billion
• P/E Ratio: 24.73
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: $15.50
• Consensus Rating: Buy

Accel Entertainment Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Accel Entertainment scored higher than 79% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 85th out of 289 stocks in the consumer discretionary sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: 3.5 / 5
• Analyst Rating: Buy

Consensus Rating

Accel Entertainment has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.00, and is based on 2 buy ratings, no hold ratings, and no sell ratings.

Amount of Analyst Coverage

Accel Entertainment has only been the subject of 2 research reports in the past 90 days.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 0.6 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: -5.00%

Earnings Growth

Earnings for Accel Entertainment are expected to decrease by -5.00% in the coming year, from $0.80 to $0.76 per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Accel Entertainment is 24.73, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 25.61.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Accel Entertainment is 24.73, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Discretionary sector average P/E ratio of about 21.06.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Accel Entertainment has a P/B Ratio of 4.07. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 4.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

2.61% of the float of Accel Entertainment has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Accel Entertainment has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 3.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Accel Entertainment has recently decreased by 2.04%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving.

Dividend

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Dividend Strength: N/A

Dividend Yield

Accel Entertainment does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

Accel Entertainment does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Environmental Score: -0.44

Percentage of Shares Shorted

2.61% of the float of Accel Entertainment has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Accel Entertainment has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 3.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Accel Entertainment has recently decreased by 2.04%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving.

News and Social Media

• Score: 2.8 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.97

News Sentiment

Accel Entertainment has a news sentiment score of 0.97. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.62 average news sentiment score of Consumer Discretionary companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 3 news articles for Accel Entertainment this week, compared to 3 articles on an average week.

Search Interest

4 people have searched for ACEL on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 300% compared to the previous 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 2.5 / 5
• Insider Trading: Selling Shares

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Accel Entertainment insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $1,674,658.00 in company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

18.33% of the stock of Accel Entertainment is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.

Percentage Held by Institutions

55.39% of the stock of Accel Entertainment is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

ACEL Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have ACEL shares performed this year?

Accel Entertainment's stock was trading at $10.68 at the start of the year. Since then, ACEL stock has increased by 13.5% and is now trading at $12.12.

How were Accel Entertainment's earnings last quarter?

Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:ACEL) released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, November, 3rd. The company reported $0.18 earnings per share for the quarter, hitting the consensus estimate of $0.18. The business had revenue of $193.35 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $184.11 million. Accel Entertainment had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 29.41% and a net margin of 3.39%.

How do I buy shares of Accel Entertainment?

Shares of ACEL stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of Accel Entertainment own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Accel Entertainment investors own include Tesla (TSLA), NVIDIA (NVDA), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM), Netflix (NFLX), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Meta Platforms (META) and Visa (V).

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 11/03/2021
• Today: 7/05/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 7/29/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NYSE
• Sector: Consumer Discretionary
• Industry: GAMING
• Sub-Industry: Entertainment
• Current Symbol: NYSE:ACEL
• CIK: 1698991
• Web: www.accelentertainment.com
• Phone: (630) 972-2235
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 1,300
• Year Founded: N/A

Price Target and Rating

• Average Stock Price Target: $15.50
• High Stock Price Target: $16.00
• Low Stock Price Target: $15.00
• Potential Upside/Downside: +27.9%
• Consensus Rating: Buy
• Rating Score (0-4): 3.00
• Research Coverage: 2 Analysts

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $0.49
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 24.73
• Forward P/E Ratio: 15.15
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $35.25 million
• Net Margins: 3.39%
• Pretax Margin: 4.88%
• Return on Equity: 29.41%
• Return on Assets: 6.84%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 2.11
• Current Ratio: 2.42
• Quick Ratio: 2.35

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $1.23 billion
• Price / Sales: 0.83
• Cash Flow: $1.59 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 7.62
• Book Value: $2.98 per share
• Price / Book: 4.07

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 84,640,000
• Free Float: 69,126,000
• Market Cap: $1.03 billion
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 1.23