Astec Industries, Inc. (ASTE) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1991 to 2025
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ASTE Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Astec Industries, Inc. (ASTE) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.9x, with a stock price of $53.60 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.67.
The current P/E is 80% below its 5-year average of 157.4x. Over the past five years, ASTE's P/E has ranged from a low of 20.9x to a high of 2039.0x, placing the current valuation at the 35th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.9x, ASTE trades at a 23% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 415 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.4x.
Relative to the broader market, ASTE commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
ASTE P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $99B | 34.9 | 3.09 | -28% | |
| $4B | 19.3 | 0.21Best | -33% | |
| $9B | 12.3 | 1.07 | +271% | |
| $477M | 66.4 | - | -87% | |
| $38B | 36.4 | 2.78 | +19% | |
| $37B | 32.7 | 3.19 | -42% | |
| $2B | 2.1Lowest | - | +982%Best | |
| $7B | 73.3 | 3.92 | +40% | |
| $6B | 39.2 | - | +39% | |
| $431B | 49.2 | 1.75 | -15% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
ASTE Historical P/E Data (1991–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $43.32 | $1.68 | 25.8x | -48% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $48.13 | $2.08 | 23.1x | -53% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $41.69 | $1.99 | 20.9x | -58% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $34.45 | $0.66 | 52.2x | +5% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $33.60 | $0.19 | 176.8x | +257% | |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $43.71 | $1.09 | 40.1x | -19% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $37.20 | $1.47 | 25.3x | -49% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $47.11 | $0.78 | 60.7x | +22% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $45.44 | $1.09 | 41.8x | -16% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $41.25 | $0.34 | 122.1x | +146% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $40.78 | $0.02 | 2039.0x | +4010% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $43.00 | $0.58 | 74.1x | +49% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 49.6x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ASTE stock.
Is ASTE stock overvalued or undervalued?
ASTE trades at 31.9x P/E, below its 5-year average of 157.4x. At the 35th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does ASTE's valuation compare to peers?
Astec Industries, Inc. P/E of 31.9x compares to sector median of 25.9x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is ASTE's PEG ratio?
ASTE PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1991-2025.