ACCO Brands reveals Q4 results

ACCO Brands released its fourth‑quarter results for fiscal 2025 on 9th March, showing mixed results as it works through a challenging sales environment.

Overall revenue fell by about 4 %, with comparable sales down around 8 % compared with last year. Profit margins also slipped, in part because of lower sales volume and a tougher mix of products in some regions.

Despite the weaker top‑line performance, the company highlighted progress on reducing costs and improving efficiency. Selling and administrative costs were lower than the prior year and operating income remained positive. ACCO returned $42 million to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks in the quarter.

A key focus for ACCO in 2025 was its acquisition of EPOS, a technology peripherals business. The company said EPOS contributed around $90 million in sales last year and expects annual cost savings of about $15 million. Management also expects continued benefit from its “China plus one” supply strategy, which is helping mitigate tariff and trade disruptions.

Looking ahead, ACCO projects flat to modest sales growth in 2026 alongside steady earnings, with the company aiming to build on its expanded product range and reduced cost base.