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Astec Industries Inc(ASTE)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ASTE
09/14/2026: ASTE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Astec Industries is a long-standing manufacturer specializing in equipment for the asphalt road-building and aggregate processing markets. Its main strength lies in a deep-rooted brand presence and a robust aftermarket service network that provides recurring revenue. The primary investment story centers on capturing increased demand from US federal infrastructure spending, balanced against the challenge of executing its 'One Astec' restructuring strategy. Risks include sensitivity to cyclical infrastructure project cycles and fierce competition from global industrial giants. Astec may suit investors looking for exposure to domestic infrastructure development who are comfortable with the inherent volatility of the heavy machinery sector.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Astec offers exposure to infrastructure growth, though earnings consistency remains sensitive to cyclical demand. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Conditional on strong infrastructure spending signals; the stock often trends with large-scale industrial cycles. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at valuations that reflect cyclical risks, potentially offering entry points for value-focused investors. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | Provides consistent dividend income, but is not primarily a high-yield play for pure income seekers. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Cyclical sensitivity and operational volatility make this stock better suited for investors with a higher risk tolerance. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock is sensitive to macroeconomic infrastructure spending trends. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market pricing can fluctuate based on perceived health of the industrial sector. |
| Competition risk (Heavy Equipment) | High | Global giants like Caterpillar hold massive scale advantages. |
| Business quality | Medium | While operationally strong, the business requires constant capital reinvestment. |
| Dividend income | Low | Dividends are reliable but not the primary driver of total returns. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Internal restructuring efforts must deliver improved margins to sustain long-term value. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -54.74% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/14/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 952.35M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 49.31 | 1Y Target Price 67.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio 49.31 | 1Y Target Price 67.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 268.5K shares | Beta 1.34 | 52 Weeks Range 39.99 - 65.33 | Updated Date 09/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 39.99 - 65.33 | Updated Date 09/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.25% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.84 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure Solutions | Asphalt plants, pavers, and milling equipment sales and service. | This is the core revenue driver linked to road construction demand. |
| Material Solutions | Crushing, screening, and material handling systems for mining and aggregate sites. | This area serves the mining and construction supply chain. |
| Geography: North America | Majority of revenue is concentrated in US infrastructure projects. | Domestic fiscal policy and infrastructure acts are key performance drivers. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 49.31 | Forward PE 9.92 | Enterprise Value 1.27B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.61 |
Enterprise Value 1.27B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.61 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.82 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.53 | Shares Outstanding 22.99M | Shares Floating 22.65M |
Shares Outstanding 22.99M | Shares Floating 22.65M | ||
Percent Insiders 1.14 | Percent Institutions 98.75 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Astec Industries Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Chattanooga, TN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1986-06-19 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Jaco G. van der Merwe | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery | Full time employees 4468 | Website https://www.astecindustries.com |
Full time employees 4468 | Website https://www.astecindustries.com | ||
Astec Industries, Inc. designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services equipment and components used primarily in road building and related construction activities worldwide. The company operates in two segments, Infrastructure Solutions and Materials Solutions. The Infrastructure Solutions segment offers asphalt plants, cold central plant recycles systems, and soil remediation plants; concrete batch plants, liquid asphalt terminals, and thermal fluid heaters; asphalt pavers, material transfer vehicles, and milling machines; and industrial automation controls and telematics platforms, as well as engineering and environmental permitting, various plants components, polymer plants, heat recovery units, industrial and asphalt burners and systems, wood chippers and grinders, and blower trucks and trailers,. The Materials Solutions segment offers jaw, cone, heavy-duty, and mining-application crushers; horizontal and vertical shaft impactors; incline, multi-frequency and high frequency, horizontal, and dewatering screens; washing and classifying plants, fines recovery systems, and water clarification systems; radial and telescoping conveyors, pugmills, truck unloaders, hopper feeders ship loaders and unloaders, and bulk receptions feeders; and Rock breaker systems, hydraulic breakers, compactors, and pulverizers. It provides its products to asphalt or concrete producers; highway and heavy equipment contractors; utility contractors; sand and gravel producers; construction, demolition, recycle and crushing contractors; forestry and environmental recycling contractors; mine and quarry operators; port and inland terminal authorities; power stations; and domestic and foreign government agencies. The company was incorporated in 1972 and is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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