Acco Brands

Name

Acco Brands

Legal name

ACCO Brands Corporation

Website

http://www.accobrands.com/acco/us/us/home.aspx

Company type

Public

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Office Supplies and Technology Peripherals

NAICS

Office Supplies and Stationery Retailers (45941), Electronics and Appliance Retailers (4492), Hobby, Toy, and Game Retailers (45912), Electronics and Appliance Retailers (449210)

SIC

Retail-Computer & Computer Software Stores (5734), Household Audio & Video Equipment (3651), Retail-Hobby, Toy & Game Shops (5945), Pens, Pencils & Other Artists' Materials (3950)

akta.pro primary industry

General Office Supplies Retail (CRALABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Computer Accessories & Consumables Retail (Cables, Adapters, Ink/Toner) (CRACABAH), Console/Handheld Accessories (Docks, Cases, Stands, Skins) (CRACAOAJ), PC Gaming Computers & Peripherals Retail (CRACABAI)

Keywords

• Office supplies
• Computer accessories
• Gaming controllers
• School stationery
• Enterprise audio headsets

Headquarters

HQ city

Lake Zurich

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Physical Product Sales: ACCO Brands generates revenue primarily through the sale of physical consumer and professional products including office supplies, stationery, technology peripherals, and gaming accessories. Revenue is generated through one-time product purchases via retail, wholesale, and direct-to-consumer channels. The company reports net sales declining 8.5% year-over-year to $1.525 billion in full year 2025.
2. EPOS Audio Solutions: Following the acquisition of EPOS completed January 30, 2026 for $11.7 million, ACCO Brands expanded into premium enterprise headset market generating approximately $80 million in annual revenue with expected cost synergies of $10-15 million over two years

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ACCO Brands manufactures and markets branded consumer and business products across office supplies, school and art supplies, technology peripherals, and gaming accessories. Its portfolio spans Kensington computer accessories, PowerA gaming controllers, LucidSound gaming headsets, EPOS enterprise audio, Mead and Five Star school supplies, Swingline staplers, GBC binding and laminating equipment, Leitz and AT-A-GLANCE organization products, Derwent art supplies, and Buro ergonomic seating. Products are sold globally in over 100 countries through brand websites, retail chains, wholesalers, and dealer networks.

Product overview

ACCO Brands is a diversified portfolio company offering physical consumer products through multiple sub-brands organized into distinct product categories. The portfolio includes: (1) Technology Peripherals - Kensington computer accessories and security products, PowerA gaming controllers, LucidSound gaming headsets, and EPOS enterprise audio solutions (acquired 2026); (2) Gaming - PowerA and LucidSound brands serving console and PC gamers; (3) Office Supplies & Stationery - Mead, AT-A-GLANCE, Five Star, Day-Timer, Cambridge notebooks, Barrilito, Tilibra, and Hilroy for school and educational supplies; (4) Document & Presentation Equipment - GBC binding machines and laminators, Swingline staplers, Rexel shredders, Quartet display boards, and Nobo whiteboards; (5) Arts & Crafts - Derwent colored pencils and art supplies, Xyron crafting products; and (6) Office Furniture - Buro ergonomic seating. The company operates a multi-brand strategy with each brand serving distinct market segments from consumer retail to enterprise business customers across global markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kensington: Computer accessories and technology peripherals including trackballs, keyboards, mice, and security products.
• PowerA
• Mead
• Five Star
• GBC
• Leitz
• Rapid
• Rexel
• AT-A-GLANCE
• Day-Timer
• Quartet
• Derwent
• EPOS
• Swingline
• Hilroy
• Tilibra
• Artline
• Barrilito
• Buro

Products and services

• Kensington Pro Fit Ergo TB675 Vertical Trackball Ergonomist-approved 60-degree vertical wired and wireless trackball designed for professionals using multiple devices, offering precision tracking for productivity in office and home environments.
• LucidSound LS500 Wireless Gaming Headset Wireless gaming headset with custom-tuned drivers, multiple EQ modes, up to 50 hours of battery life, and seamless device switching across console, PC, and mobile platforms.
• Kensington Computer Accessories Premium computer accessories brand offering security locks, docking stations, ergonomic input devices, mice, keyboards, webcams, and stands for business and professional users.
• PowerA Gaming Controllers and Accessories Gaming controllers and accessories for console and mobile gaming platforms, including licensed and enhanced controllers for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo systems.
• EPOS Enterprise Audio Solutions Premium commercial and enterprise audio accessories including high-end headsets and audio solutions for business environments, generating approximately $80 million in annual revenue following the January 2026 acquisition.
• Mead School Supplies and Composition Notebooks School supplies brand offering composition notebooks, planners, and educational stationery products used by students nationwide.
• Five Star Notebooks and School Supplies College-ruled notebooks, filler paper, and school supplies designed for durability and functionality for students.
• AT-A-GLANCE Planners and Calendars Planning and organization products including wall calendars, planners, and appointment books for both personal and professional use.
• Swingline Staplers and Fastening Products Staplers, punches, and other fastening products for office use, including the iconic Red Swingline stapler.
• GBC Binding, Laminating, and Shredding Equipment Document and presentation equipment including binding machines, laminators, and shredders for office use.
• Leitz Office Organization Products Premium office organization and filing products including binders, files, and desk accessories focused on modern design.
• Rapid Heavy-Duty Staplers and Binding Equipment Heavy-duty staplers, document punches, and binding equipment for professional and industrial office use.
• Rexel Document Management Solutions Document management solutions including shredders, staplers, and laminators for home and office environments.
• Quartet Presentation and Display Boards Presentation products including dry-erase boards, easels, and display boards for education and business settings.
• Derwent Colored Pencils and Art Supplies Professional and artist-grade colored pencils, drawing tools, and art supplies for sketching and coloring.
• Buro Ergonomic Office Seating Ergonomic office seating solutions including task chairs and office furniture designed for workplace comfort, acquired by ACCO Brands in 2024.
• Day-Timer Planners and Organizers Time management and planning products including organizers, planners, and scheduling tools for professionals.

Quantifiable outcome

• Q1 2026 revenue of $343.7 million, up 8.3% year-over-year, exceeding company outlook
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Demant A/SmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 December 2025ACCO Brands announced definitive agreement to acquire EPOS from Danish hearing healthcare company Demant A/S for $11.7 million, including up to $3.5 million in deferred payments. The acquisition expanded ACCO Brands' Kensington computer accessories portfolio into the premium enterprise headset market, bringing EPOS's approximately $80 million in annual revenue and platform certifications, with expected cost synergies of $10-15 million over two years. Transaction closed January 30, 2026.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Razer: Razer is a leading gaming hardware company specializing in gaming peripherals (mice, keyboards, headsets) and console accessories. Direct overlap with ACCO's PowerA (console controllers) and LucidSound (gaming headsets) brands in the gaming accessories space.
• SteelSeries: SteelSeries is a gaming peripherals brand specializing in headsets, mice, and keyboards. Partially owned by GN Audio (Jabra parent), and directly comparable to LucidSound gaming headsets within ACCO's portfolio.
• Logitech: Logitech is a global leader in computer peripherals, gaming accessories (Logitech G, ASTRO), and video collaboration. Comparable to ACCO's Kensington computer accessories, PowerA gaming controllers, and EPOS enterprise audio portfolio, sharing both product categories and B2B/B2C distribution channels.
• Turtle Beach Corporation: Turtle Beach is a pure-play gaming headset and accessories company, directly competing with ACCO's LucidSound brand in console and PC gaming audio. Comparable in product category and gaming-focused consumer marketing approach.
• Newell Brands: Newell Brands is a publicly traded diversified consumer products company owning iconic brands like Sharpie, Paper Mate, Elmer's, Rubbermaid, and Graco. Directly comparable to ACCO Brands in business model (multi-brand branded consumer goods), distribution (mass retail + office channel), and strategic positioning (portfolio reshaping amid category decline).
• Pilot Corporation: Pilot Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of writing instruments including the iconic G2 pen. Comparable to ACCO's stationery and writing product portfolio (Mead, AT-A-GLANCE, Artline) in product category, retail distribution, and consumer branding approach.
• GN Audio (Jabra): GN Audio is the parent of Jabra, a global leader in enterprise headsets and professional audio solutions. Directly comparable to ACCO's EPOS enterprise audio business, competing in the same premium headset market with overlapping enterprise and gaming segments.
• Faber-Castell: Faber-Castell is a global manufacturer of writing instruments, art supplies, and cosmetics with a 250+ year heritage. Directly comparable to ACCO's Derwent colored pencils and Mead/Five Star school supplies in the premium art and education segments.

Broad incumbents

• HP Inc. HP Inc. is a major technology company offering PCs, peripherals, and Poly (formerly Plantronics) headsets for enterprise. Comparable to ACCO's technology peripherals business as both a competitor (Poly in enterprise headsets competing with EPOS) and a potential distribution partner (HP resells Kensington accessories).
• The ODP Corporation (Office Depot): The ODP Corporation is a leading provider of office products, supplies, and services to consumers and businesses. Comparable as a major distribution channel for ACCO's office supply brands (Mead, Swingline, Five Star) while also serving overlapping B2B customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/acco_brands

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors4 records

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M&A4 records

Investments

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