Acacia Research Corporation
ACTGIndustrialsNASDAQBusiness Equipment & Supplies · Last scanned Sep 9, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the industrials sector, Acacia Research Corporation (ACTG) is listed under Business Equipment & Supplies. Valued at $445.0M, ACTG is a small-cap name in its sector. It operates through four segments: Intellectual Property Operations, Industrial Operations, Energy Operations, and Manufacturing Operations.
Market Cap
$445.0M
Beta
0.44
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
-13.03
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
44.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where ACTG stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, ACTG finished 0.43% above its 150-day moving average ($4.61) and 5.47% above its 200-day moving average ($4.39). 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 September 3, 2026 close, ACTG's RSI(14) was 52.8, 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. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$16.4M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROE of -4.2% points to negative capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. Revenue has grown from $59.2M (2022) to $285.2M (2025), reflecting a 382% increase over the period.
The relatively low beta of 0.44 suggests ACTG is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing ACTG.