Acacia Research Corporation
ACTGIndustrialsNASDAQBusiness Equipment & Supplies
Scan Results
Daily timeframePart of the industrials sector, Acacia Research Corporation (ACTG) is listed under Business Equipment & Supplies. At a $410.8M market cap, Acacia Research Corporation ranks as a small-cap company within industrials. It operates through four segments: Intellectual Property Operations, Industrial Operations, Energy Operations, and Manufacturing Operations.
Market Cap
$410.8M
Beta
0.51
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
-12.03
EPS (TTM)
$-0.16
EPS (Fwd)
$-0.35
ROE
-4.2%
ROA
-1.5%
Cash
$332.6M
Total Debt
$102.0M
Free CF
-$16.4M
52W Change
18.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where ACTG stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, ACTG finished 10.32% below its 150-day moving average ($4.65) and 7.33% below its 200-day moving average ($4.50). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is ACTG overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, ACTG's RSI(14) was 37.1, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Acacia Research Corporation holds $332.6M in cash against $102.0M in total debt, giving it a net cash position. This means the company could theoretically pay off all its debt and still have cash remaining. Free cash flow is running at -$16.4M, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. Return on equity stands at -4.2%, which is negative for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Revenue has grown from $59.2M (2022) to $285.2M (2025), reflecting a 382% increase over the period.
ACTG's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing ACTG's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.