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Based on Acushnet Holdings Corp.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does Acushnet Holdings do?

Acushnet designs, manufactures, and sells golf equipment and apparel worldwide. Its flagship brands include Titleist for golf balls, clubs, and gear, and FootJoy for golf footwear and apparel. The company also owns the KJUS brand for ski and lifestyle apparel. Products reach consumers through on-course shops, specialty retailers, and online channels.

Does GOLF pay dividends?

Yes, Acushnet Holdings pays a regular dividend. This is notable for a mid-cap consumer cyclical company and reflects a shareholder-return orientation. Investors should review the company's investor relations page for the current dividend rate and payment schedule, as these can change.

When does GOLF report earnings?

Acushnet reports financial results on a quarterly basis, consistent with standard US-listed company practice. Exact dates vary each quarter. For the most current earnings schedule, check Acushnet's investor relations page or a financial data provider.

Is GOLF a good stock to buy?

The UQS Score rates GOLF as Below Average, driven primarily by Weak ratings on the Moat and Growth pillars. Quality, Risk, and Valuation are all Neutral. Whether the stock fits a portfolio depends on individual goals and risk tolerance. The full pillar breakdown is available to UQS Pro members.

Is GOLF overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for GOLF is rated Neutral, suggesting the stock is not clearly cheap or expensive relative to the model's assessment. Valuation is just one of five pillars — investors should consider the full picture, including the Weak Moat and Growth ratings, before drawing conclusions.

How does GOLF compare to its competitors?

Acushnet competes in the broader consumer discretionary and leisure space. Unlike fitness-focused peers such as Planet Fitness or Life Time, Acushnet's revenue is tied specifically to golf equipment and apparel. This narrow focus creates both brand depth and category concentration risk.

What is GOLF's market cap bracket?

Acushnet Holdings is classified as a mid-cap company. Mid-cap stocks generally offer more established business models than small-caps but may have less liquidity and analyst coverage than large-cap peers.

Who founded Acushnet Holdings?

Acushnet's origins date to 1910, making it one of the oldest companies in the golf industry. The company operated under the name Alexandria Holdings Corp. before rebranding as Acushnet Holdings Corp. in March 2016. Detailed founding history is publicly available through the company's official communications.

Is GOLF a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, the UQS Score rates GOLF as Below Average. The Weak Moat and Growth ratings are the primary concerns for investors with a multi-year horizon. Neutral Quality and Risk ratings suggest the business is stable but not structurally positioned for outsized long-term compounding based on current fundamentals.

What is the main competitive advantage of Acushnet?

Acushnet's strongest asset is brand recognition — Titleist is among the most trusted names in golf balls and clubs, particularly among serious and professional players. However, the UQS Moat pillar rates this advantage as Weak, indicating the structural durability of that edge may be more limited than brand perception alone suggests.

What sector does GOLF belong to?

Acushnet Holdings is classified in the Consumer Cyclical sector. This means its business performance is sensitive to broader economic conditions — when consumers tighten discretionary spending, golf equipment and apparel purchases are among the categories that can decline.

Is GOLF a growth stock or value stock?

Based on UQS pillar labels, GOLF does not fit neatly into either category. The Growth pillar is rated Weak, making it difficult to classify as a growth stock. The Valuation pillar is Neutral, so it does not screen as a deep-value opportunity either. It sits in an in-between position that the full UQS analysis helps clarify.

Acushnet Holdings Corp. has average quality metrics, with room for improvement in margins or capital efficiency.

Acushnet Holdings Corp. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.

Acushnet Holdings Corp. has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.

Acushnet Holdings Corp. has a mixed valuation — some metrics suggest fair value while others appear stretched.

Acushnet Holdings Corp. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for GOLF.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Acushnet Holdings Corp. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Acushnet Holdings Corp.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Acushnet Holdings Corp. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.