Austal Limited (AU:ASB)
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ASB Stock Chart & Stats
AU$4.63
-AU$0.04(-1.29%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$4.63
-AU$0.04(-1.29%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$3.77 - AU$8.82
Previous CloseN/A
Volume720.67K
Average Volume (3M)1.37M
Market Cap
AU$1.58B
Enterprise ValueAU$1.64B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$371.57M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$407.28M
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.0
Beta1.37
Next Earnings
Aug 25, 2026EPS Estimate
0.08Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.24
Shares Outstanding422,050,230
10 Day Avg. Volume1,685,650
30 Day Avg. Volume1,370,479
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.05
Price to Book (P/B)1.82
Price to Sales (P/S)1.31
P/FCF Ratio11.31
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$6.92Price Target Upside49.39% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.17
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$2.18B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Record Backlog / Revenue VisibilityA $17.7bn order book covering ~76 ships provides multi-year revenue visibility and high capacity utilisation potential. For a defence-focused shipbuilder, this backlog de-risks near-term top-line volatility, underpins production planning and supports sustained workforce and supply‑chain investment.
Strong Cash Generation & Low LeverageVery strong free cash flow growth combined with low leverage and a healthy cash balance gives Austal the financial flexibility to fund >$1bn capex programs, absorb timing mismatches on milestone receipts and invest in capacity (MMF3/FA2) without immediate reliance on dilutive capital or stressed refinancing.
High-Margin Support BusinessAustal's support services generate recurring, high-margin earnings that stabilize cash flow and margins versus cyclical newbuilds. The profitable aftermarket and sustainment footprint creates a durable earnings base, improves overall group profitability and enhances lifetime customer relationships.
Bears Say
Onerous U.S. Contracts & Audit QualificationA small number of onerous U.S. contracts are materially depressing shipbuilding margins and require complex judgement. The auditor qualification on specific program positions increases the risk of restatements or delayed revenue recognition and raises ongoing compliance and cost remediation obligations.
Working Capital & Cash Flow PressureNegative operating cash flow and rapidly rising receivables signal working capital strain amid high production and capex. Persistent timing mismatches on milestone receipts and heavy investment needs could force increased drawdowns on facilities or constrain discretionary spending until cash conversion normalises.
Low Group EBIT Margin & Execution RiskAustal's low reported EBIT margin highlights limited operating efficiency and sensitivity to program mix. The previous forecasting/accounting error underscores execution and control weaknesses; until margins and internal forecasting reliability improve, earnings predictability and operational scalability remain at risk.
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ASB FAQ
What was Austal Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Austal Limited lowest share price was AU$3.77 and its highest was AU$8.82 in the past 12 months.
What is Austal Limited’s market cap?
Austal Limited’s market cap is AU$1.58B.
When is Austal Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Austal Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 25, 2026 which is in 96 days.
How were Austal Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Austal Limited released its earnings results on Feb 22, 2026. The company reported AU$0.071 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of AU$0.098 by -AU$0.027.
Is Austal Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Austal Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Austal Limited pay dividends?
Austal Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.03 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Austal Limited dividends here
What is Austal Limited’s EPS estimate?
Austal Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.08.
How many shares outstanding does Austal Limited have?
Austal Limited has 422,050,230 shares outstanding.
What happened to Austal Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Austal Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.071 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of AU$0.098. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 15.111%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Austal Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:ASB
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$6.92 (49.39% Upside)
AU$6.92 (49.39% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:ASB Sentiment 88%
Sector Average ―
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Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth AU$172.4K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
137.90%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
7.21%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
15.14%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Austal Limited
Austal Limited engages in the design, manufacture, and support of vessels for commercial and defense customers worldwide. It operates in four segments: USA Shipbuilding, USA Support, Australasia Shipbuilding, and Australasia Support. The company designs, constructs, and supports passenger ferries, vehicle passenger ferries, and offshore and windfarm vessels; naval and other defense vessels; and patrol boats for government law enforcement and border protection agencies. It also develops and integrates advanced vessel control and information management systems, including MARINELINK, an integrated monitoring and control system; and motion control systems and interceptors. In addition, the company provides life capability management and vessel support services, such as crew training and instruction, vessel servicing, repair and maintenance, integrated logistics support, vessel sustainment, and information management systems support to naval, government, and commercial operators; and refit services and manages annual dockings. Austal Limited was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Henderson, Australia.
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ASB Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The half-year call presented a broadly positive operational and strategic picture: record order book ($17.7bn), strong revenue growth (+34.4%), and material EBIT improvement (+41%) driven by significant uplift in Australasia and solid U.S. program contributions. These positives are tempered by a small number of onerous U.S. contracts causing margin pressure, an auditor qualification on specific program judgments, a prior forecasting error that required guidance revision, and working capital/cash flow headwinds (negative operating cash flow of $63m and trade receivables up 43%). Management highlights that major CapEx projects are on budget and on schedule, late milestone payments have been collected, and controls are being strengthened. On balance the business shows strong growth and long-term visibility despite discrete execution and program/accounting challenges that management is addressing.View all AU:ASB earnings summariesASB Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$6.92
▲(49.39% Upside)
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