ACEL - NYSE
Accel Entertainment, Inc.
$11.74
-2.2%Accel Entertainment, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a distributed gaming operator in the United States. It is involved in the installation, maintenance, and operation of gaming terminals; redemption devices that disburse winnings and contain automated teller machine (ATM) functionality; and other amusement devices in authorized non-casino locations, such as restaurants, bars, taverns, convenience stores, liquor stores, truck stops, and grocery stores. The company also provides licensed establishment partners gaming solutions that appeal to players who patronize those businesses. In addition, it operates stand-alone ATMs in gaming and non-gaming locations, as well as amusement devices, including jukeboxes, dartboards, pool tables, pinball machines, and other related entertainment equipment. As of December 31, 2021, the company operated 13,639 video gaming terminals across 2,584 locations in Illinois. Accel Entertainment, Inc. is headquartered in Burr Ridge, Illinois.
At a Glance
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Profitability Analysis
Gross Margin
Moderate margins typical of competitive industries. Monitor for pricing pressure or rising costs.
Operating Margin
Acceptable margins but limited operational leverage. Operating expense control is important.
Net Profit Margin
Minimal profitability after all expenses. Limited financial flexibility for reinvestment or shareholder returns.
Effective Tax Rate
Higher tax burden may reflect limited tax optimization or operations in high-tax jurisdictions.
Profitability Insight
Margin squeeze alert: Healthy gross margins but weak operating margins suggest excessive operating expenses. Cost optimization could unlock significant value.
Accel Entertainment, Inc. Income Statement
ACEL • NYSE
| Accel Entertainment, Inc. Income Statement | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 | Dec 2019 | Dec 2018 | Dec 2017 | Dec 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REVENUE | ||||||||||
1.3B | 1.2B | 1.2B | 969.8M | 734.7M | 316.4M | 428.7M | 335.1M | 248.4M | 173.3M | |
GROSS PROFIT | ||||||||||
(908.1M) | (859.5M) | (817.2M) | (670.9M) | (494M) | (211.1M) | (282M) | (217.5M) | (157M) | (109.8M) | |
422.8M | 371.5M | 353.2M | 298.9M | 240.7M | 105.3M | 146.7M | 117.6M | 91.4M | 63.5M | |
OPERATING INCOME | ||||||||||
(315M) | (280.6M) | (245.8M) | (202M) | (170.5M) | (129.9M) | (133.4M) | (92.8M) | (73.3M) | (49.7M) | |
(219.3M) | (194.7M) | (178.8M) | (145.9M) | (110.8M) | (77.4M) | (69M) | (54M) | (376.4K) | (31M) | |
108.7M | 90.9M | 107.4M | 96.9M | 70.2M | -24.7M | 13.3M | 24.9M | 18.2M | 13.8M | |
PRE-TAX INCOME | ||||||||||
(37.1M) | (35.9M) | (33.1M) | (21.6M) | (12.7M) | (13.7M) | (12.9M) | (9.6M) | (0.0) | (0.0) | |
-30.2M | -35.9M | -33.1M | -21.6M | -12.7M | -13.7M | -12.9M | -9.6M | 0.0 | -5.4M | |
(95.7M) | (85.9M) | (67M) | (56.1M) | (59.7M) | (52.5M) | (64.3M) | (38.8M) | (72.9M) | (18.7M) | |
-36.7M | -37.2M | -41.7M | -2.1M | -23.6M | 7.4M | -44.9M | -9.6M | -8.1M | -5.4M | |
71.9M | 53.7M | 65.7M | 94.8M | 46.6M | -17.3M | -31.6M | 15.2M | 10.1M | 8.4M | |
NET INCOME | ||||||||||
(20.7M) | (18.4M) | (20.1M) | (20.7M) | (15M) | -16.9M | (5.2M) | (4.4M) | (1.8M) | (3.5M) | |
51.5M | 35.3M | 45.6M | 74.1M | 31.6M | -410K | -36.8M | 10.8M | -376.4K | 1.7M |
SEC Filings
ACEL - Filing history and reports
| Filing Type | Filing Date | Period Ending | Fiscal Year | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | May 07, 2026 | May 07, 2026 | 2026 | |
10-Q 10-Q 2026 Q1 Q1 | May 05, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | May 05, 2026 | May 05, 2026 | 2026 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2025 N/A | March 19, 2026 | December 31, 2025 | 2025 | |
10-K 10-K 2025 FY FY | March 03, 2026 | December 31, 2025 | 2025 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | March 03, 2026 | March 03, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | February 03, 2026 | February 02, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | January 08, 2026 | January 08, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2025 N/A | December 23, 2025 | December 18, 2025 | 2025 | |
10-Q 10-Q 2025 Q3 Q3 | November 04, 2025 | September 30, 2025 | 2025 |
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