Astec Industries, Inc. · Industrials · Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery
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At close
$62.19
+$0.10 (+0.17%) Close
Pre-market$62.45
+$0.26 (+0.41%) 8:40 PM ET
Prev closePrevC$62.09
OpenOpen$62.19
Day highHigh$62.19
Day lowLow$62.19
VolumeVol275,819
Avg volAvgVol213,618
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Mkt cap
$1.42B
P/E ratio
29.76
FY Revenue
$1.37B
EPS
2.09
Gross Margin
26.87%
Sector
Industrials
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BULLISH
ASTE
Astec Industries, Inc.
ASTE is trading near the top of its 52-week range with double-digit gains across 1M–12M horizons and price well above key moving averages, while momentum indicators show an extended, overbought condition. Fundamentals show modest revenue and earnings growth with positive free cash flow and a solid balance sheet, offset by thin net and free cash flow margins and a notable decline in operating cash flow. Valuation multiples such as P/E and EV/EBITDA appear elevated relative to the company’s mid-single-digit margins and single-digit ROE, and short-interest metrics indicate heightened short-volume activity despite only moderate shares sold short.
AI summarized at 12:29 PM ET, 2026-02-06
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:68SWING:74LONG:63
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+46% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.46×
RSI
74.77(Overbought)
Overbought (>70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.05 Signal: 0.04
Short-Term
+0.21 (Strong)
MACD: 2.93 Signal: 2.72
Long-Term
+0.40 (Strong)
MACD: 4.32 Signal: 3.92
Intraday trend score
80.20
LOW59.20HIGH84.20
Latest news
ASTE•12 articles•Positive: 9Neutral: 3Negative: 0
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Na
Astec Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
Astec Industries announced record fourth quarter net sales of $400.6 million and full year adjusted EBITDA of $140.7 million, up 25.8% year-over-year. The company expects 2026 adjusted EBITDA between $170-190 million. While Infrastructure Solutions faced headwinds in mobile paving and forestry equipment, Materials Solutions showed strong growth with 60.6% revenue increase. The company maintains optimistic outlook supported by federal infrastructure funding and positive customer sentiment.
ASTErecord net salesadjusted EBITDAInfrastructure SolutionsMaterials Solutionsbacklog growthfederal infrastructure funding2026 guidance
Sentiment note
Record Q4 net sales, strong full year adjusted EBITDA growth of 25.8%, improved profitability with full year net income of $38.8M vs $4.3M prior year, 22.5% backlog growth, positive 2026 guidance of $170-190M adjusted EBITDA, and strong operating cash flow of $61.4M demonstrate solid operational performance and growth trajectory despite some segment-specific challenges.
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Na
Astec Announces Quarterly Dividend
Astec Industries declared a quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share payable March 31, 2026. The company completed its acquisition of CWMF, LLC for $67.5 million in cash, expecting revenue growth, margin expansion, and EPS accretion with synergies anticipated by end of year one.
The company is returning capital to shareholders through a dividend while simultaneously completing a strategic acquisition expected to drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and EPS accretion. The acquisition synergies expected within one year indicate management confidence in value creation.
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Market Minds Advisory
Mining Equipment Market to Reach USD 194.2 Billion by 2033 Led by Electrification and Automation Trends | Market Minds Advisory
The global mining equipment market is projected to grow from USD 140.8 billion in 2026 to USD 194.2 billion by 2033 at a 4.7% CAGR, driven by electrification, automation, and rising demand for critical minerals like lithium and copper. Surface mining equipment will dominate with 60% market share, while metal mining emerges as the fastest-growing segment. Asia-Pacific leads regional demand, with major OEMs like Caterpillar and Komatsu investing heavily in autonomous systems and electric platforms.
Listed as a key player but lacks specific recent developments or strategic announcements in the article.
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Na
Astec Completes Acquisition of CWMF, LLC
Astec Industries completed its acquisition of CWMF, LLC for $67.5 million in cash. The deal is expected to increase gross profit margins, adjusted EBITDA margins, and earnings per share. CWMF, with approximately $50 million in annual revenue, manufactures portable and stationary asphalt plant equipment and strengthens Astec's Infrastructure Solutions segment with enhanced capacity and regional presence in the Midwest, South-Central, and Great Lakes regions.
The acquisition is strategically sound with expected revenue growth, margin expansion, EPS accretion, and synergies by end of year one. Management emphasizes disciplined growth strategy and staying within leverage targets, demonstrating financial prudence. The deal adds capacity, customer relationships, and growth opportunities while maintaining cultural fit.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Astec Completes Acquisition of CWMF, LLC
Astec Industries has completed its acquisition of CWMF, LLC for $67.5 million in cash. CWMF is a manufacturer of portable and stationary asphalt plant equipment. Astec expects the acquisition to increase gross profit margins, adjusted EBITDA margins, and earnings per share, with synergies anticipated by the end of year one and a proforma net leverage ratio of 1.5-2.5x.
The acquisition is expected to be accretive to earnings, increase margins, enhance customer service capacity, and generate shareholder value while maintaining disciplined leverage ratios. Management commentary is optimistic about cultural fit and growth opportunities.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Astec Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire CWMF Corporation
Astec Industries announced it will acquire CWMF Corporation, a manufacturer of asphalt plant equipment with approximately $50 million in annual revenues. The acquisition is expected to close in Q1 2026 and be immediately accretive to Astec's financial performance.
Standard dividend announcement with no significant positive or negative indicators; routine financial communication
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Jesterai
Astec (ASTE) Q2 EPS Jumps 59%
Astec Industries reported Q2 2025 earnings with improved profitability and cash flow, despite declining revenue. The company beat non-GAAP EPS expectations and completed the TerraSource acquisition, while experiencing softened demand in infrastructure equipment.
Mixed financial performance with strong profitability (non-GAAP EPS up 44.3%, free cash flow up 172.7%) but declining revenue (-4.4%) and reduced order backlog (-28.3%), indicating challenges in current market conditions
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Astec Announces Quarterly Dividend
Astec Industries announced a quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share, to be paid on August 29, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 11, 2025.
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Sentiment note
Company is proactively returning value to shareholders through a consistent dividend payment, indicating financial stability and commitment to investors
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Astec Announces Quarterly Dividend
Astec Industries, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share, to be paid on May 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of May 13, 2025.
ASTEdividendquarterlyAstec Industries
Sentiment note
The company announced a quarterly dividend, which is generally seen as a positive sign for shareholders.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Astec Announces Quarterly Dividend
Astec Industries, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share, to be paid on or about March 31, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 10, 2025.
ASTEdividendquarterly dividendAstec Industries
Sentiment note
The company announced a quarterly dividend, which is generally seen as a positive sign for shareholders.
Heavy Construction Equipment Industry Report 2024: Global Market to Reach $277.45 Billion by 2029 - Rise of Smart Cities and Advancements in Infrastructure Fueling Demand for Innovative Machinery
The global heavy construction equipment market is expected to grow to $277.45 billion by 2029, driven by government investments in infrastructure, advancements in technology, and a focus on sustainable construction practices.
TEXCATMTWASTEheavy construction equipmentinfrastructureautomationIoT
Sentiment note
The article mentions that the heavy construction equipment market is expected to grow, which suggests that companies like Astec Industries, Inc. that operate in this industry could benefit from the increased demand.
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