Acco Brands (ACCO) Stock News, Jun-Oct 2025

ACCO Brands (NYSE: ACCO) published its 2024 Sustainability (ESG) Report on October 7, 2025, themed “Pioneering Past, Purposeful Future”. The report frames the company’s ESG framework around People, Planet, and Products and emphasizes responsible business practices, ethical standards, and community and employee engagement. CEO Tom Tedford is quoted on managing global differences across nearly 50 brands and the company’s commitment to responsible decisions, product design, and lasting impact. The report highlights six century-old brands and directs readers to the company ESG webpage for the full report.

PowerA, a gaming accessories manufacturer, has announced its new Advantage Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch™ 2, expanding its officially licensed product lineup. The controller features Hall Effect sensors for precision and reduced stick drift, a dedicated Chat Button, motion controls, and mappable Advanced Gaming Buttons.

The new controller comes in three variants: a standard Black version, Mario and Friends design, and Mega Evolutions Pokémon theme, each priced at $69.99. Key features include 30 hours of battery life, a detachable 10ft USB-C cable, and ergonomic design. The controllers will be available through major retailers in time for the holiday season and come with a two-year limited warranty.

Kensington (NYSE:ACCO) has launched a new portfolio of privacy screen filters for laptops and monitors, assembled in the USA. A commissioned study revealed that 23% of organizations are concerned about visual hacking, with 48% of concerned participants having flexible working policies.

The company introduced three product lines: High Clarity Privacy Filters with 78% light transmission and 28% blue light reduction, Eyesafe® Blue Light Privacy Screen Filters with 60% blue light filtering, and EQ Privacy Screen Filters made with 34% post-consumer recycled content. All filters limit viewing angles to ±30 degrees and feature scratch-resistant, military-grade durability with anti-reflective coating.

ACCO Brands (NYSE: ACCO) reported Q2 2025 financial results with net sales of $394.8 million, down 9.9% year-over-year, and earnings per share of $0.31. The company achieved adjusted EPS of $0.28, within their guidance. Their multi-year cost reduction program has delivered over $40 million in cumulative savings.

The Americas segment saw sales decline 15% to $248.5 million, while International segment sales slightly increased by 0.2% to $146.3 million. The company expects full-year 2025 sales to decline 7.0-8.5% with adjusted EPS guidance of $0.83-$0.90. For Q3 2025, ACCO projects sales to decrease 5.0-8.0% with adjusted EPS between $0.21-$0.24.

ACCO maintained its quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share and reported year-to-date share repurchases of 3.2 million shares for $15.1 million. The company's consolidated leverage ratio stands at 4.3x as of June 30, 2025.

ACCO Brands Corporation (NYSE: ACCO) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per share. The dividend will be distributed on September 10, 2025, to shareholders recorded as of the close of business on August 22, 2025.

ACCO Brands (NYSE:ACCO) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release for July 31, 2025, after market close. The company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the results on August 1, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. EST. Investors can access the webcast through the Investor Relations section of the company's website at www.accobrands.com, where a replay will also be available.

ACCO Brands (NYSE:ACCO) has announced two new premium glass dry-erase products under its Quartet® brand: the InvisaMount® Anti-Glare Magnetic Glass Dry-Erase Board and the Flip-Top Glass Desktop Dry-Erase Computer Pad.

The InvisaMount® boards feature innovative anti-glare treatment reducing reflections by 70% compared to standard glass boards. Available in three sizes ranging from $309.99 to $769.99, they include magnetic functionality and come with a 20-year warranty. The Flip-Top Desktop Pad features hidden storage compartments and a customizable template system for enhanced organization.

Both products are GREENGUARD Gold Certified and are available for purchase on Quartet.com and Amazon.

ACCO Brands announced key leadership changes as part of its ongoing restructuring and cost savings program. Patrick Buchenroth, EVP and President of Americas, will depart on August 1, 2025. The Americas segment will be led by Jed Peters (SVP and President, North America) managing U.S. and Canada operations, and Rubens Passos (SVP) overseeing Latin American markets, effective July 1, 2025. Cezary Monko, EVP and President of International segment, will transition out by December 31, 2025, with AJ Spijkervet taking over as SVP and President, International from January 1, 2026. Spijkervet will manage operations in EMEA, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and export markets. The changes aim to simplify operating structure, enhance customer proximity, and leverage global sourcing capabilities.

Kensington has launched a new line of privacy screen filters featuring Eyesafe RPF60 technology, combining data protection with advanced blue light filtration. The screens narrow the field of vision to ±30 degrees for privacy while filtering 60% of blue light in the 435-440 nanometer range. Developed with leading eye health professionals, these filters offer anti-reflective coating and maintain color accuracy without the yellow tint common in traditional blue light filters. The product targets computer workers, healthcare professionals, and financial advisers who require both privacy and eye comfort. The technology was specifically designed to address wavelengths identified by ANSI and ICNIRP as the most toxic in the blue spectrum, making it an innovative solution for modern workplace challenges.