Ascent Industries (ACNT)
NASDAQ:ACNT
ACNT Stock Chart & Stats
$14.30
>-$0.01(-0.09%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$14.30
>-$0.01(-0.09%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$11.46 - $17.92
Previous CloseN/A
Volume27.05K
Average Volume (3M)83.67K
Market Cap
$122.44M
Enterprise Value$78.19M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$57.61M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$13.35M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.17
Next Earnings
May 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.11
Shares Outstanding9,469,820
10 Day Avg. Volume78,101
30 Day Avg. Volume83,666
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.49
Price to Book (P/B)1.79
Price to Sales (P/S)2.08
P/FCF Ratio-75.68
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.64
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.96
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.17
Enterprise Value/Ebitda-51.99
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Balance Sheet / Lower LeverageMaterial debt reduction and a sizable equity cushion materially lower solvency risk and give management flexibility. This strengthens the company’s ability to fund restructuring, target investments, and absorb near-term shocks without immediate refinancing, supporting a multi-month recovery runway.
Margin And Adjusted EBITDA ImprovementSustained gross margin expansion and a large increase in adjusted EBITDA reflect improved unit economics and tighter cost control. If driven by portfolio mix and operational fixes, these changes raise sustainable operating leverage and the company’s ability to convert incremental revenue to profit over the next several quarters.
Portfolio Focus And Growth PipelineDivestitures of lower‑margin assets and redeployment of capital into specialty chemicals plus a secured $10M growth program reposition revenue toward higher-margin offerings. This strategic focus and targeted backlog conversion improve revenue quality and competitive positioning over a 2–6 month horizon.
Bears Say
Persistent Revenue Decline And LossesA marked year-over-year revenue drop and recurring net losses indicate structural demand or volume weakness that cost cuts alone may not fix. Continued top-line deterioration reduces margin recovery visibility, increases earnings volatility, and constrains durable improvements in return metrics.
Weak Cash GenerationThe swing to negative operating and free cash flow undermines internal funding for capex, growth programs, and working capital. Even with a cash buffer, persistent negative cash generation pressures liquidity, may force financing or cutbacks, and limits the pace of any durable turnaround.
Reliance On Non‑GAAP Metrics And BuybacksHeavy emphasis on adjusted metrics combined with sizable buybacks can obscure GAAP weakness and consume capital that might shore up operations. This approach risks reducing transparency and financial flexibility if underlying profitability and cash flows do not sustainably improve.
Ascent Industries News
ACNT FAQ
What was Ascent Industries’s price range in the past 12 months?
Ascent Industries lowest stock price was $11.46 and its highest was $17.92 in the past 12 months.
What is Ascent Industries’s market cap?
Ascent Industries’s market cap is $122.44M.
When is Ascent Industries’s upcoming earnings report date?
Ascent Industries’s upcoming earnings report date is May 12, 2026 which is in 45 days.
How were Ascent Industries’s earnings last quarter?
Ascent Industries released its earnings results on Mar 03, 2026. The company reported -$0.107 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -$0.107.
Is Ascent Industries overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Ascent Industries’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Ascent Industries pay dividends?
Ascent Industries pays a Annually dividend of $0.25 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Ascent Industries dividends here
What is Ascent Industries’s EPS estimate?
Ascent Industries’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Ascent Industries have?
Ascent Industries has 9,469,820 shares outstanding.
What happened to Ascent Industries’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Ascent Industries reported an EPS of -$0.107 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -20.598%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Ascent Industries?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ACNT
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Ascent Industries Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
ACNT Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
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Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $143.8K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
42.10%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-6.29%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-26.22%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Ascent Industries
Ascent Industries (ACNT) is a diversified company operating primarily in the manufacturing and technology sectors. The company specializes in producing advanced materials and components for various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and electronics. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Ascent Industries offers a range of products such as high-performance composites, precision-engineered parts, and smart technology solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and product performance.
ACNT Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call was generally positive, with significant sequential growth in revenue and improvements in gross margin. The company successfully implemented a new ERP system and achieved a high rate of customer conversion. While there was a year-over-year revenue decline and increased SG&A expenses, the company's strong cash position and strategic focus suggest ongoing momentum.View all ACNT earnings summariesTechnical Analysis
Ownership Overview
7.60% Insiders
10.02% Mutual Funds
17.49% Other Institutional Investors
55.16% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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