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Astrotech Corp. (ASTC)
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Astrotech (ASTC) Price & Analysis

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ASTC Stock Chart & Stats

$3.65
-$0.13(-1.92%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$3.65
-$0.13(-1.92%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Specialized Aerospace Services & Facility Revenue ModelAstrotech’s core business is providing payload processing, integration and controlled facility access for satellite and launch customers. This fee-for-service, facility-focused model creates recurring, contractable revenue tied to mission schedules and long-term customer relationships.
Modest Leverage / Low Debt LoadLow debt-to-equity gives the company structural financial flexibility, lowering interest/service burden and reducing near-term solvency risk. This supports the ability to withstand cyclical fluctuations in launch cadence or to raise incremental capital without acute leverage pressure.
Demonstrated Potential For Materially Higher Gross MarginsHistorical periods showing ~45% gross margin indicate the business can achieve strong unit economics when utilization or service mix improves. Structurally, higher-margin facility work and specialized services can lift profitability if customer throughput and contract mix normalize.
Bears Say
Persistent Negative Operating Cash Flow And Free Cash FlowSustained cash burn undermines financial sustainability and increases dependency on external financing. Over a multi-month horizon this pressure can constrain investment in facilities or require dilutive capital raises, impairing long-term strategic flexibility.
Weak Recent Revenue Trend And Low Current MarginsDeclining revenue and compressed current margins signal limited operating leverage and fragile demand. If revenue cadence remains weak, the firm may struggle to cover fixed costs and realize the higher historical margins, perpetuating losses over the next several quarters.
Material Equity Erosion And Very Negative ROESharp book equity decline and deeply negative ROE reflect cumulative losses that weaken the balance sheet. Over a 2–6 month horizon this reduces capacity to absorb shocks, limits borrowing capacity despite low debt, and raises the probability of equity dilution to fund operations.

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ASTC FAQ

What was Astrotech Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Astrotech Corp. lowest stock price was $2.15 and its highest was $8.01 in the past 12 months.
    What is Astrotech Corp.’s market cap?
    Astrotech Corp.’s market cap is $3.82M.
      When is Astrotech Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Astrotech Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2026 which is in 53 days.
        How were Astrotech Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
        Astrotech Corp. released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported -$2.343 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -$2.343.
          Is Astrotech Corp. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Astrotech Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Astrotech Corp. pay dividends?
            Astrotech Corp. does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Astrotech Corp.’s EPS estimate?
            Astrotech Corp.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does Astrotech Corp. have?
            Astrotech Corp. has 1,758,953 shares outstanding.
              What happened to Astrotech Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              Astrotech Corp. reported an EPS of -$2.343 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.448%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Astrotech Corp.?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ASTC
                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

                  Company Description

                  Astrotech Corp.

                  Astrotech Corporation operates as a science and technology development and commercialization company worldwide. It operates through three segments, Astrotech Technologies, Inc. (ATI), 1st Detect Corporation (1st Detect), and AgLAB Inc (AgLAB). The ATI segment owns and licenses the AMS Technology, the platform mass spectrometry technology. The 1st Detect segment manufactures explosives and narcotics trace detectors for use at airports, secured facilities, and borders. This segment provides TRACER 1000, a mass spectrometer based explosives trace detector to replace the explosives trace detectors used at airports, cargo and secured facilities, and borders. The AgLAB segment develops AgLAB-1000, a mass spectrometer for use in the hemp and cannabis market. It also develops BreathTest-1000, a breath analysis tool to screen for volatile organic compound metabolites found in a person's breath. The company was formerly known as SPACEHAB, Inc. and changed its name to Astrotech Corporation in 2009. Astrotech Corporation was incorporated in 1984 is based in Austin, Texas.

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