Accel Entertainment (ACEL)


Market Price (9/21/2026): $11.265 | Market Cap: $924.2 MilSector: Consumer Discretionary | Industry: Casinos & Gaming

Accel Entertainment (ACEL)


Market Price (9/21/2026): $11.265
Market Cap: $924.2 Mil
Sector: Consumer Discretionary
Industry: Casinos & Gaming

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 6.1%, FCF Yield is 8.5%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 11%

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 32%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Markets & Betting, and Experience Economy & Premiumization. Themes include Regulated Gaming, and Experiential Retail.

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -39%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -69%

Key risks
ACEL key risks include [1] adverse regulatory and tax changes in its key states, Show more.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 6.1%, FCF Yield is 8.5%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 11%
2 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 32%
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Markets & Betting, and Experience Economy & Premiumization. Themes include Regulated Gaming, and Experiential Retail.
4 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -39%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -69%
5 Key risks
ACEL key risks include [1] adverse regulatory and tax changes in its key states, Show more.

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Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 9/1/2026

Accel Entertainment (ACEL) stock has lost about 5% since 5/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Adjusted Earnings Per Share Missed Analyst Expectations. Accel Entertainment reported strong revenue and Adjusted EBITDA for fiscal Q2 2026 (ended June 30, 2026), with revenue increasing 10% year-over-year to a record $368 million and Adjusted EBITDA rising 11% to $59 million. However, the company's adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.15 fell 25% short of Wall Street's forecast of $0.20, potentially dampening investor sentiment despite the top-line beat.

2. Weaker Operating Cash Flow Conversion Compared to Previous Quarter. While Accel Entertainment generated $20 million in operating cash flow and $10 million in free cash flow for fiscal Q2 2026, the operating cash flow conversion from Adjusted EBITDA stood at 34%. This represents a significant decrease from the 80% conversion rate reported in fiscal Q1 2026, indicating a less efficient conversion of earnings into cash during the period, even after accounting for a $17 million tax credit purchase.

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Updated on 9/1/2026

Accel Entertainment (ACEL) stock has lost about 5% since 5/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Adjusted Earnings Per Share Missed Analyst Expectations. Accel Entertainment reported strong revenue and Adjusted EBITDA for fiscal Q2 2026 (ended June 30, 2026), with revenue increasing 10% year-over-year to a record $368 million and Adjusted EBITDA rising 11% to $59 million. However, the company's adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.15 fell 25% short of Wall Street's forecast of $0.20, potentially dampening investor sentiment despite the top-line beat.

2. Weaker Operating Cash Flow Conversion Compared to Previous Quarter. While Accel Entertainment generated $20 million in operating cash flow and $10 million in free cash flow for fiscal Q2 2026, the operating cash flow conversion from Adjusted EBITDA stood at 34%. This represents a significant decrease from the 80% conversion rate reported in fiscal Q1 2026, indicating a less efficient conversion of earnings into cash during the period, even after accounting for a $17 million tax credit purchase.

3. Forfeiture of Executive Performance Stock Units Due to Unmet Price Target. On August 7, 2026, a portion of performance-based restricted stock units (PSUs) granted to Chairman Andrew H. Rubenstein were forfeited. Specifically, 173,416 PSUs were cancelled because a pre-defined stock price target of $13.00 per share was not achieved by the vesting date, which could signal to investors that internal performance benchmarks for stock appreciation were not met.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -5.2% change in ACEL stock from 5/31/2026 to 9/20/2026 was primarily driven by a -14.4% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120269202026Change
Stock Price ($)11.8911.27-5.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,3591,3912.4%
Net Income Margin (%)3.8%4.1%7.5%
P/E Multiple19.116.3-14.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)83820.6%
Cumulative Contribution-5.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2026 to 9/20/2026
ReturnCorrelation
ACEL-5.2% 
Market (SPY)0.9%-11.3%
Sector (XLY)-8.1%10.0%

Fundamental Drivers

The -0.8% change in ACEL stock from 2/28/2026 to 9/20/2026 was primarily driven by a -26.0% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)22820269202026Change
Stock Price ($)11.3611.27-0.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,3071,3916.4%
Net Income Margin (%)3.3%4.1%22.0%
P/E Multiple22.016.3-26.0%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)85823.3%
Cumulative Contribution-0.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2026 to 9/20/2026
ReturnCorrelation
ACEL-0.8% 
Market (SPY)11.6%13.7%
Sector (XLY)-4.8%20.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The -2.8% change in ACEL stock from 8/31/2025 to 9/20/2026 was primarily driven by a -42.2% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)83120259202026Change
Stock Price ($)11.5911.27-2.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,2801,3918.7%
Net Income Margin (%)2.8%4.1%48.1%
P/E Multiple28.216.3-42.2%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)86824.5%
Cumulative Contribution-2.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2025 to 9/20/2026
ReturnCorrelation
ACEL-2.8% 
Market (SPY)19.4%20.9%
Sector (XLY)-3.6%28.9%

Fundamental Drivers

The -5.2% change in ACEL stock from 8/31/2023 to 9/20/2026 was primarily driven by a -16.2% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)83120239202026Change
Stock Price ($)11.8911.27-5.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,1311,39123.0%
Net Income Margin (%)4.9%4.1%-16.2%
P/E Multiple18.616.3-12.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)86825.1%
Cumulative Contribution-5.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2023 to 9/20/2026
ReturnCorrelation
ACEL-5.2% 
Market (SPY)75.6%35.3%
Sector (XLY)33.0%36.9%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
ACEL Return29%-41%33%4%7%0%13%
Peers Return97%-2%-22%-8%3%-49%-27%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%12%103%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
ACEL Win Rate67%25%58%42%58%33% 
Peers Win Rate58%58%58%58%75%22% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%44% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
ACEL Max Drawdown-21%-47%-19%-21%-26%-18% 
Peers Max Drawdown-35%-50%-55%-28%-42%-51% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: INSE.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 9/18/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventACELS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-22.5%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.0%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven97 days79 days
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-13.9%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven16.1%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven125 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-11.2%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven12.6%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven19 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-41.1%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven69.8%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven1353 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-57.0%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven132.7%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven166 days140 days

Compare to INSE

In The Past

Accel Entertainment's stock fell -22.5% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 29.0% gain to breakeven.

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EventACELS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-22.5%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.0%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven97 days79 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-41.1%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven69.8%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven1353 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-57.0%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven132.7%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven166 days140 days

Compare to INSE

In The Past

Accel Entertainment's stock fell -22.5% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 29.0% gain to breakeven.

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About Accel Entertainment (ACEL)

Accel Entertainment, Inc. (ACEL) is a distributed gaming operator that provides gaming and entertainment solutions primarily to non-casino locations in the United States. The company partners with authorized establishments such as restaurants, bars, convenience stores, and truck stops to install and manage gaming terminals, bringing regulated gaming experiences directly to their patrons.

The core of Accel's business revolves around the installation, maintenance, and operation of video gaming terminals (VGTs). Alongside these, they provide redemption devices that disburse winnings and offer ATM services. Accel also diversifies its offerings by operating stand-alone ATMs and a range of amusement devices, including jukeboxes, dartboards, and pool tables, catering to a broader entertainment demand within its partner venues.

Accel's primary customers are the owners and operators of these licensed non-casino establishments, who benefit from enhanced entertainment options and potential revenue generation. The end-users are players who frequent these businesses and seek convenient access to gaming and other leisure activities. As of late 2021, Accel Entertainment had a significant operational footprint in Illinois, managing thousands of gaming terminals across a wide network of locations.

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Here are 1-2 brief analogies for Accel Entertainment (ACEL):

  • Like Redbox for video gambling terminals, placing interactive gaming machines in thousands of local businesses.
  • Imagine Dave & Buster's, but for adult gambling, distributed into local bars and convenience stores instead of large venues.

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  • Distributed Gaming Terminal Services: Installation, maintenance, and operation of video gaming terminals in authorized non-casino locations.
  • Redemption Device Services: Operation of devices that disburse winnings from gaming terminals and provide automated teller machine (ATM) functionality.
  • Stand-Alone ATM Services: Operation of independent automated teller machines in both gaming and non-gaming locations.
  • Amusement Device Services: Operation of non-gaming entertainment equipment such as jukeboxes, dartboards, pool tables, and pinball machines.

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Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Major Customers

Accel Entertainment (ACEL) sells primarily to other businesses rather than directly to individuals. Its major customers are the establishments that partner with Accel to host their gaming terminals, redemption devices, ATMs, and other amusement equipment.

Based on the company description, Accel Entertainment operates in various authorized non-casino locations. While specific customer company names are not disclosed, the categories of businesses that serve as their "licensed establishment partners" include:

  • Restaurants, Bars, and Taverns
  • Convenience Stores, Liquor Stores, and Grocery Stores
  • Truck Stops

Accel Entertainment partners with thousands of such establishments, rather than relying on a few major named companies. Therefore, no specific public customer companies or their symbols can be provided from the given information.

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Andrew Rubenstein, Chief Executive Officer, President, and Chairman of the Board

Andrew Rubenstein co-founded Accel Entertainment in 2010. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer, President, and Chairman of the Board, though he is slated to transition to solely Chairman of the Board effective August 7, 2026. Before founding Accel, he was a Co-Owner and Partner of Seven, LLC, and also owned and operated Super Liquors, Inc., which was the largest liquor store chain in Central Illinois by revenue. Mr. Rubenstein began his career as a Consultant at Arthur Andersen Consulting. He identified a significant opportunity following the Illinois Video Gaming Act of 2009 and secured initial capital from a private group of backers to launch Accel Entertainment.

Brett Summerer, Chief Financial Officer

Brett Summerer was appointed Chief Financial Officer of Accel Entertainment in September 2025. He brings over 25 years of operational discipline and growth experience, including in regulated industries. Mr. Summerer's prior leadership roles include senior finance, operations, and IT positions at Kraft Heinz, Corning, and General Motors. Most recently, he served as CFO of Verano Holdings, a cannabis company, where he built a 70-person finance and IT team and led over 20 mergers and acquisitions transactions. He has held roles across public, private, and founder-led companies.

Mark Phelan, Chief Operating Officer and President – US Gaming

Mark Phelan was appointed Chief Operating Officer in February 2026 and has served as President – US Gaming since October 2023. He previously held the role of Chief Revenue Officer for Accel since 2017. Mr. Phelan is slated to succeed Andrew Rubenstein as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective August 7, 2026. His professional background also includes serving as a Managing Director at Piper Jaffray (an investment banking platform), CEO of M22 Capital LLC (a registered investment advisor), Director of Research and Portfolio Manager at SFG Asset Advisors, and Head of Asian Derivatives Trading at DRW Trading Group.

Derek Harmer, Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel

Derek Harmer has served as Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel for Accel Entertainment since 2012. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's legal and regulatory compliance across the organization. Prior to joining Accel, Mr. Harmer served as President of Stadium Technology Group, a software and systems company specializing in race and sports book management systems. He began his career in the gaming industry as Deputy Attorney General, serving as in-house counsel to the Nevada Gaming Control Board and Nevada Gaming Commission.

Michael Pappas, Executive Vice President, Business Development and Governmental Affairs

Michael Pappas has served as Executive Vice President, Business Development and Governmental Affairs for Accel Entertainment since 2017. He brings over 45 years of experience in route gaming and amusements. Mr. Pappas is the Founder and Managing Member of Fair Share Gaming, LLC, and the Managing Partner of Fair Share Amusement Company, both of which were acquired by Accel in 2017. He also served on Accel's Board of Directors from 2017 until the company went public in November 2019.

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Accel Entertainment (ACEL) faces several key risks to its business operations:

Key Risks to Accel Entertainment (ACEL)

  1. Regulatory and Licensing Risks: Accel Entertainment operates within a highly regulated gaming industry, which subjects it to extensive governmental oversight by federal, state, and local authorities. This includes stringent requirements for licensing and regulatory screening of operators, suppliers, and key employees. Changes in these regulations, such as tax increases on distributed gaming revenue, or the inability to obtain, maintain, or renew necessary licenses, could materially and adversely affect the company's business, financial condition, and results of operations.
  2. Geographic Concentration Risk: The company's business is substantially concentrated in a few key states, primarily Illinois, Montana, and Nevada. As of 2024, approximately 85% of its gaming operations were in Illinois. This significant geographic concentration makes Accel Entertainment highly vulnerable to adverse changes in local or regional economic conditions, shifts in consumer behavior, or specific regulatory developments within these states.
  3. Competition and Economic Sensitivity: Accel Entertainment operates in a competitive gaming and entertainment landscape, facing challenges from other gaming operators and entertainment options. The company's success is dependent on its ability to maintain competitive advantages and market share. Furthermore, its operating results are sensitive to broader economic conditions and consumers' discretionary spending. Adverse economic conditions or a decrease in discretionary spending could lead to reduced gaming revenues and negatively impact the business.

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The widespread legalization and adoption of online casino gaming and sports betting poses a clear emerging threat to Accel Entertainment. As states increasingly authorize and expand online gambling options, players may shift from physical gaming terminals in bars, restaurants, and other non-casino locations to more convenient, accessible digital platforms. This parallels historical disruptions where online services (e.g., Netflix, YouTube) displaced physical or traditional models (e.g., Blockbuster, cable television).

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Addressable Markets for Accel Entertainment (ACEL)

Accel Entertainment, Inc. operates in the distributed gaming, ATM, and amusement device markets. The addressable market sizes for its main products and services are as follows:

Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs) / Distributed Gaming

Accel Entertainment's primary market for Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs) is Illinois, which boasts the largest distributed gaming network globally. In 2023, the net terminal income, representing the amount lost by players at video gaming terminals in Illinois, exceeded $2.8 billion. State and local tax revenue generated from video gaming in Illinois reached $900 million in 2023 and $997 million in fiscal year 2024. As of December 31, 2024, there were nearly 49,000 VGTs operating across almost 8,700 licensed establishments in Illinois. The broader U.S. domestic VGT distributed gaming market experienced a modest growth of 3.7% in 2024. Accel Entertainment is actively expanding its distributed gaming operations into additional states, including Nebraska, Georgia, Louisiana, and Nevada, thereby increasing its overall addressable market for distributed VGTs.

Redemption Devices (ATMs)

For redemption devices with ATM functionality, the addressable market is the United States. The U.S. ATM market size was estimated at approximately USD 4.5 billion in 2024. Projections indicate this market is expected to reach between USD 9.84 billion by 2033 and USD 12.7 billion by 2034. The U.S. ATM services market alone was valued at approximately USD 7.92 billion in 2025.

Other Amusement Devices

The market for other amusement devices, such as jukeboxes, dartboards, pool tables, and pinball machines, is primarily within North America, with the U.S. being a dominant component. The North America Amusement Machine Market was valued at approximately USD 6.37 billion in 2024. This market is projected to reach approximately USD 15.1 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6% during the forecast period. The U.S. amusement machine market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 12.6% from 2025 to 2030. The U.S. market is expected to continue its dominance in North America, achieving a market value of $8,851 million by 2031.

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Accel Entertainment (ACEL) is anticipated to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through a multi-faceted strategy encompassing geographic expansion, strategic acquisitions that diversify its offerings, and organic growth within its established markets.

  1. Geographic Expansion into New Markets: Accel Entertainment is actively expanding its footprint into new states and major cities. Notably, the company entered the Louisiana market through the acquisition of Toucan Gaming and LSM Gaming in November 2024, which is projected to contribute significantly to revenue in 2025. Additionally, Accel is seeing strong growth in developing markets like Nebraska and Georgia. A substantial future driver is the potential entry into the Chicago Video Gaming Terminal (VGT) market, with revenue generation for Accel expected as early as Q3 or Q4 2026, leveraging its existing infrastructure and regulatory relationships. The city estimates 2,500 new VGT locations in Chicago over the long term, presenting a highly attractive opportunity.
  2. Strategic Acquisitions and Diversification into Casino Operations: The acquisition of Fairmount Holdings, which includes the FanDuel Sportsbook & Horse Racing in Illinois, in December 2024, represents a key expansion initiative that diversifies Accel's revenue streams beyond traditional distributed gaming terminals. Phase 1 of the new casino at Fairmount Park opened in April 2025, and a full-scale casino facility is targeted for late 2026 to early 2027, integrating sports betting, e-gaming, and horse racing. This new segment is anticipated to become a reportable segment in the second half of 2025 and contribute substantially to Adjusted EBITDA within five years.
  3. Organic Growth through Location and Terminal Expansion in Existing Markets: Accel Entertainment continues to focus on driving steady organic growth within its core operational markets, such as Illinois, Montana, and Nevada. This includes optimizing its footprint, redeploying underperforming assets, concentrating investment into higher-yielding gaming machine placements, and increasing its overall number of gaming terminals and locations. The company has reported steady hold-per-day improvement and margin expansion in Illinois and Montana, and the rollout of ticket-in, ticket-out technology in Illinois is expected to enhance player convenience and operational efficiency.
  4. Ongoing Accretive Tuck-in Acquisitions: Accel maintains an active pipeline for mergers and acquisitions, specifically targeting accretive "tuck-in" opportunities to increase its market share and further broaden its geographic reach. This disciplined capital allocation strategy aims to scale profitability in developing and new markets, with a long-term goal to increase the percentage of revenue generated outside of Illinois.

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Share Repurchases

  • Accel Entertainment completed a multi-year share repurchase program by December 31, 2025, repurchasing 17,624,757 shares for $183.65 million.
  • A share repurchase program of up to $200 million was initially approved on November 22, 2021, and subsequently replenished to up to $200 million on February 27, 2025.
  • In fiscal year 2025, the company repurchased approximately 3.7 million shares of its common stock.

Outbound Investments

  • Accel Entertainment acquired Fairmount Park – Casino & Racing in Collinsville, Illinois, for $35 million in a deal originating in July 2024.
  • The company continues to evaluate additional opportunities that complement its core business, similar to the Fairmount acquisition.
  • In Nevada, Accel acquired Dynasty Games and established a new route partnership with Rebel Convenience Stores, expanding its network.

Capital Expenditures

  • As of September 30, 2025, Accel Entertainment's capital expenditures amounted to -$94.7 million USD.
  • The business generally requires significant upfront capital expenditures for gaming terminals, amusement machines, software customization, and installation.
  • For the Fairmount Park Phase II buildout, the total investment is projected at $85-95 million, with $30 million specifically allocated for Phase II, expected to be completed in time for the 2026 racing season.

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Peer Outperformance in Casinos & Gaming

ACEL has outperformed 63% of its 19 Casinos & Gaming peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it are MCRI, RRR and BYD. Casinos & Gaming ranks 16th of 23 industries in Consumer Discretionary by median 5Y return. The sector’s gains have largely come from elsewhere.
Share of Casinos & Gaming constituents that ACEL has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
71%
of 21 industry peers · 1.9% return
3Y
80%
of 20 industry peers · 4.2% return
5Y
63%
of 19 industry peers · -2.5% return
Casinos & Gaming peers with revenue growth within 4pp of ACEL's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
ACEL Accel Entertainment 7.1% 16.3x 1.9%4.2%-2.5%
MCRI Monarch Casino & Resort 4.4% 18.9x 20.2%99.0%113.7% +116pp
RRR Red Rock Resorts 5.9% 17.4x -13.4%33.6%37.1% +40pp
BYD Boyd Gaming 3.7% 3.0x -11.6%21.9%26.7% +29pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Consumer Discretionary sector, ranked by 5Y. Casinos & Gaming is ACEL's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Education Services 14 -17.9%77.7%73.5% LINC 317% · PRDO 233% · CVSA 232%
Homebuilding 18 -12.1%31.0%49.1% GRBK 198% · PHM 161% · TOL 134%
Specialty Stores 7 2.1%42.3%10.5% SIG 35% · FIVE 26% · ASO 18%
Home Improvement Retail 5 -25.9%-3.0%1.9% HVT 14% · LOW 3% · HD 2%
Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines 22 11.4%46.9%1.2% RCL 207% · MAR 149% · HLT 143%
Automotive Retail 18 -20.6%-2.8%0.9% MUSA 237% · PAG 149% · ORLY 109%
Distributors 4 -12.0%-25.6%-11.8% ARMK 162% · GPC 22% · LKQ -46%
Home Furnishings 4 -6.3%21.5%-13.8% SGI 38% · LZB 2% · MHK -30%
Specialized Consumer Services 10 -16.9%17.6%-18.3% HRB 109% · FTDR 76% · SCI 39%
Footwear 9 52.2%45.9%-19.8% WEYS 161% · SHOO 16% · DECK 11%
Restaurants 35 -15.0%-17.9%-20.2% EAT 308% · CAKE 151% · RAVE 146%
Leisure Products 13 -24.9%-21.7%-34.7% GOLF 74% · HAS 15% · MCFT -17%
Leisure Facilities 11 -0.2%0.1%-37.1% OSW 130% · JAKK 121% · ESCA 29%
Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods 27 -13.2%2.9%-37.2% TPR 240% · RL 236% · ELA 204%
Automotive Parts & Equipment 38 -15.3%-15.4%-40.0% MOD 1623% · GTX 304% · STRT 87%
Casinos & Gaming ← 20 -13.6%-28.3%-41.9% MCRI 114% · RRR 37% · BYD 27%
Household Appliances 18 -7.0%12.7%-43.4% FLXS 170% · KEQU 159% · HBB 132%
Apparel Retail 25 -8.9%10.2%-44.4% ANF 260% · URBN 134% · ROST 110%
Computer & Electronics Retail 3 -13.2%33.0%-52.3% BBY 10% · GME -52% · UPBD -63%
Broadline Retail 15 -1.2%14.3%-56.8% DDS 310% · EBAY 69% · AMZN 52%
Automobile Manufacturers 8 -78.7%-51.2%-71.9% GM 74% · TSLA 48% · F 41%
Consumer Electronics 11 -14.1%-17.2%-75.4% AXIL 2829% · GRMN 83% · MSN -57%
Other Specialty Retail 18 -37.2%-46.6%-78.4% TLF 114% · BBW 72% · WINA 57%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are unfiltered by size in this render.

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Financials

ACELINSEMedian
NameAccel En.Inspired. 
Mkt Price11.274.587.92
Mkt Cap0.90.10.5
Rev LTM1,391281836
Op Inc LTM1144780
FCF LTM79642
FCF 3Y Avg55630
CFO LTM1494195
CFO 3Y Avg1344590

Growth & Margins

ACELINSEMedian
NameAccel En.Inspired. 
Rev Chg LTM8.7%-6.5%1.1%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg7.1%-1.7%2.7%
Rev Chg Q9.6%-24.3%-7.3%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM2.4%-6.5%-2.1%
Op Inc Chg LTM19.6%39.0%29.3%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg3.4%7.3%5.3%
Op Mgn LTM8.2%16.6%12.4%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg8.0%12.1%10.0%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM0.2%1.7%1.0%
CFO/Rev LTM10.7%14.5%12.6%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg10.4%15.2%12.8%
FCF/Rev LTM5.7%2.1%3.9%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg4.2%2.0%3.1%

Valuation

ACELINSEMedian
NameAccel En.Inspired. 
Mkt Cap0.90.10.5
P/S0.70.50.6
P/Op Inc8.12.85.5
P/EBIT8.23.05.6
P/E16.3-14.11.1
P/CFO6.23.24.7
Total Yield6.1%-7.1%-0.5%
Dividend Yield0.0%0.0%0.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg5.6%2.6%4.1%
D/E0.62.61.6
Net D/E0.32.41.4

Returns

ACELINSEMedian
NameAccel En.Inspired. 
1M Rtn-6.9%-22.4%-14.6%
3M Rtn-13.0%-42.8%-27.9%
6M Rtn3.2%-25.0%-10.9%
12M Rtn1.9%-52.1%-25.1%
3Y Rtn2.2%-61.8%-29.8%
1M Excs Rtn-5.3%-23.4%-14.3%
3M Excs Rtn-15.0%-44.7%-29.9%
6M Excs Rtn-14.0%-45.9%-29.9%
12M Excs Rtn-13.4%-66.0%-39.7%
3Y Excs Rtn-68.5%-133.9%-101.2%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Distributed gaming1,2951,2301,170970 
All other361   
Amusement    17
Automated teller machine (ATM) fees and other    12
Manufacturing    0
Net gaming    706
Total1,3311,2311,170970735


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil202520242023
Distributed gaming210189181
All other-000
Emerging markets-0-01
Other expenses, net-12-19-6
Stock-based compensation-12-12-9
Amortization of intangible assets and route and customer acquisition costs-25-23-21
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment-53-44-38
Total10891107


Net Income by Segment
$ Mil2025202420232022
Distributed gaming51354674
Total51354674


Assets by Segment
$ Mil2025202420182017
Distributed gaming1,045990  
All other5958  
Single Segment  457451
Total1,1031,048457451


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$11.27 
Market Cap ($ Bil)0.9 
First Trading Date08/24/2017 
Distance from 52W High-16.0% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$12.01$11.73
DMA Trendupdown
Distance from DMA-6.2%-3.9%
 3M1YR
Volatility21.2%32.5%
Downside Capture22.0350.20
Upside Capture-54.1743.66
Correlation (SPY)-17.1%20.4%
ACEL Betas & Captures as of 8/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta0.32-0.30-0.320.350.530.75
Up Beta0.57-0.72-0.610.060.430.72
Down Beta0.710.18-0.130.680.740.84
Up Capture-12%-53%-29%27%32%32%
Bmk +ve Days10213268138427
Stock +ve Days10203263123384
Down Capture65%18%-28%40%61%93%
Bmk -ve Days11213259113324
Stock -ve Days11203061123355

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with ACEL
ACEL2.6%32.4%0.10-
Sector ETF (XLY)-7.6%19.5%-0.5328.7%
Equity (SPY)16.9%12.9%0.9420.6%
Gold (GLD)19.1%29.3%0.60-2.1%
Commodities (DBC)46.3%20.6%1.73-9.7%
Real Estate (VNQ)4.9%13.6%0.1026.1%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-30.6%44.3%-0.7017.1%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with ACEL
ACEL-0.1%34.8%0.07-
Sector ETF (XLY)4.8%24.1%0.1642.2%
Equity (SPY)12.9%17.2%0.5741.4%
Gold (GLD)19.1%18.8%0.833.8%
Commodities (DBC)11.2%19.5%0.458.2%
Real Estate (VNQ)1.1%18.8%-0.0537.0%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)12.5%52.5%0.4220.5%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with ACEL
ACEL1.4%37.7%0.15-
Sector ETF (XLY)11.8%22.2%0.4939.9%
Equity (SPY)15.1%18.0%0.7240.9%
Gold (GLD)12.1%16.4%0.614.6%
Commodities (DBC)8.3%18.1%0.3714.6%
Real Estate (VNQ)4.4%20.7%0.1840.5%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)62.6%66.2%1.0212.9%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date8312026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity2.3 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 81520264.7%
Average Daily Volume0.3 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest7.9 days
Basic Shares Quantity82.0 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares2.8%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 9/4/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
8/4/20262.2%0.7%-4.3%
5/5/2026-8.8%-8.0%-3.2%
3/3/202618.0%3.4%-0.6%
11/4/20252.1%3.4%5.4%
8/5/2025-15.3%-9.0%-7.3%
5/5/20254.7%8.7%4.5%
2/27/2025-8.0%-13.2%-14.9%
7/30/202410.1%-4.7%4.9%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive15139
# Negative81014
Median Positive5.7%3.5%5.4%
Median Negative-9.8%-8.9%-7.2%
Max Positive18.0%9.4%13.1%
Max Negative-16.8%-15.8%-20.8%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
8/4/20262.2%0.7%-4.3%
5/5/2026-8.8%-8.0%-3.2%
3/3/202618.0%3.4%-0.6%
11/4/20252.1%3.4%5.4%
8/5/2025-15.3%-9.0%-7.3%
5/5/20254.7%8.7%4.5%
2/27/2025-8.0%-13.2%-14.9%
7/30/202410.1%-4.7%4.9%
5/8/2024-14.6%-15.3%-12.5%
2/28/20247.4%6.4%11.8%
11/7/20235.7%7.1%-3.4%
8/3/20237.7%1.7%6.5%
5/3/202310.1%7.4%13.1%
2/28/20232.5%0.5%-3.1%
11/8/2022-8.7%-3.6%-11.7%
8/9/2022-16.8%-8.7%-20.8%
5/4/2022-10.9%-15.8%-11.5%
3/9/20222.2%-0.4%-9.7%
11/3/20210.0%3.5%-0.1%
8/4/20216.0%2.1%7.7%
5/10/20216.9%9.4%3.0%
3/15/2021-0.9%-10.2%-7.0%
11/5/20201.0%7.9%4.5%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive15139
# Negative81014
Median Positive5.7%3.5%5.4%
Median Negative-9.8%-8.9%-7.2%
Max Positive18.0%9.4%13.1%
Max Negative-16.8%-15.8%-20.8%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202608/04/202610-Q
03/31/202605/05/202610-Q
12/31/202503/03/202610-K
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/05/202510-Q
03/31/202505/05/202510-Q
12/31/202403/03/202510-K
09/30/202410/30/202410-Q
06/30/202407/30/202410-Q
03/31/202405/08/202410-Q
12/31/202302/28/202410-K
09/30/202311/07/202310-Q
06/30/202308/03/202310-Q
03/31/202305/03/202310-Q
12/31/202203/01/202310-K
09/30/202211/08/202210-Q
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202608/04/202610-Q
03/31/202605/05/202610-Q
12/31/202503/03/202610-K
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/05/202510-Q
03/31/202505/05/202510-Q
12/31/202403/03/202510-K
09/30/202410/30/202410-Q
06/30/202407/30/202410-Q
03/31/202405/08/202410-Q
12/31/202302/28/202410-K
09/30/202311/07/202310-Q
06/30/202308/03/202310-Q
03/31/202305/03/202310-Q
12/31/202203/01/202310-K
09/30/202211/08/202210-Q
06/30/202208/09/202210-Q
03/31/202205/04/202210-Q
12/31/202103/11/202210-K
09/30/202111/03/202110-Q
06/30/202108/04/202110-Q
03/31/202105/10/202110-Q
12/31/202003/16/202110-K
09/30/202011/05/202010-Q
06/30/202008/06/202010-Q
03/31/202005/11/202010-Q
12/31/201903/16/202010-K
09/30/201911/01/201910-Q

Insider Activity

Updated 9/17/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell915202611.6013,162152,7331,830,744Form
2Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell915202611.6326,324306,0481,987,255Form
3Rubenstein, Andrew HCEO and PresidentDirectSell807202612.6415,000189,53248,747,039Form
4Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell615202613.0020,000260,0002,441,751Form
5Phelan, Mark TCOO, President, U.S. GamingDirectSell615202613.0025,000325,0003,139,032Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell915202611.6013,162152,7331,830,744Form
2Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell915202611.6326,324306,0481,987,255Form
3Rubenstein, Andrew HCEO and PresidentDirectSell807202612.6415,000189,53248,747,039Form
4Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell615202613.0020,000260,0002,441,751Form
5Phelan, Mark TCOO, President, U.S. GamingDirectSell615202613.0025,000325,0003,139,032Form
6Rubenstein, Andrew HCEO and PresidentDirectSell602202612.0925,000302,21046,853,949Form
7Wardinski, Bruce D DirectBuy511202611.5550,000577,500577,500Form
8Rubenstein, Gordon IRASell511202611.554,946  Form
9Rubenstein, Gordon See FootnoteSell511202611.557,98592,262103,990Form
10Rubenstein, Gordon IRASell511202611.3417,728201,04656,091Form
11Rubenstein, Gordon See FootnoteSell511202611.3428,618324,545192,620Form
12Rubenstein, Andrew HCEO and PresidentDirectSell402202611.0545,000497,27743,222,963Form
13Rubenstein, Andrew HCEO and PresidentDirectSell319202611.233,93844,22344,429,617Form
14Rubenstein, Andrew HCEO and PresidentDirectSell316202611.2136,062404,43244,414,436Form
15Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell316202611.3920,000227,8002,049,779Form
16Rubenstein, Gordon DirectSell316202611.373,766  Form
17Rubenstein, Gordon See FootnoteSell316202611.3739,169445,512518,693Form
18Rubenstein, Gordon IRASell316202611.37133,7741,521,438257,876Form
19Rubenstein, Gordon son (R. Rubenstein)Sell312202611.462,65530,4205,672Form
20Rubenstein, Gordon IRASell312202611.38119,2481,356,9111,780,206Form
21Rubenstein, Gordon DirectSell312202611.383,21236,54842,852Form
22Rubenstein, Gordon See FootnoteSell312202611.3835,446403,333964,604Form
23Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell312202611.452,09223,9532,289,576Form
24Ruttenberg, David W See footnoteSell310202611.5310,000  Form
25Rubenstein, Gordon daughter (E. Rubenstein)Sell310202611.462,25025,7802,864Form
26Rubenstein, Gordon daughter (S. Rubenstein)Sell310202611.462,25025,7802,864Form
27Rubenstein, Gordon See FootnoteSell310202611.48176,1712,022,7251,581,384Form
28Rubenstein, Gordon See FootnoteSell310202611.37228,2622,596,0923,570,113Form
29Rubenstein, Gordon See FootnoteSell310202611.7560,952716,1136,369,788Form
30Ruttenberg, David W See footnoteBuy31020269.3410,00093,40093,400Form
31Ruttenberg, David W See FootnoteSell220202611.0425,000276,1202,188,361Form
32Ruttenberg, David W See FootnoteSell116202611.5825,000289,4422,438,669Form
33Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell1229202511.505,00057,5002,241,546Form
34Harmer, DerekChief Compliance OfficerDirectSell1229202511.505,00057,5002,299,046Form
35Ruttenberg, David W See FootnoteSell1216202511.1925,000279,8682,497,929Form
36Harmer, DerekSecretaryDirectSell1216202511.1110,000111,1002,276,628Form
37Ruttenberg, David W See FootnoteSell1212202511.0125,000275,1552,593,446Form
38Rubenstein, Andrew HCEO and PresidentDirectSell1203202510.3145,000464,10340,202,644Form
39Ruttenberg, David W See FootnoteSell916202511.1125,000277,6602,755,887Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Sep 21, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Greenvale Capital LLP$63.9 Mil7.0%12Hold13F
Darlington Partners Capital Management, LP$88.4 Mil4.0%10Hold13F
Hill Path Capital LP$30.4 Mil2.2%7Hold13F
Active Manager
Active Manager
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Darlington Partners Capital Management, LP$88.4 Mil4.0%10Hold13F
Greenvale Capital LLP$63.9 Mil7.0%12Hold13F
Hill Path Capital LP$30.4 Mil2.2%7Hold13F
Core Cache Last Updated: 9/20/2026