Astrotech Corporation (ASTC) | Investment Case

1. Company Snapshot

1.a. Company Description

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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1.b. Last Insights on ASTC

Astrotech Corporation's recent performance was negatively impacted by leadership changes and increased scrutiny from investors. The appointment of Scott Bartley as Interim Chief Financial Officer on October 20, 2025, may have raised concerns about the company's financial stability. Additionally, a recent comparison with AerSale (NASDAQ:ASLE) highlighted Astrotech's low beta of 0.26, indicating potentially lower volatility, but also raised questions about its growth prospects. The company's fiscal year 2025 financial results, reported on September 25, 2025, may have also contributed to the negative sentiment.

1.c. Company Highlights

Last Price	3.4
Change Percentage	0.44%
Open	3.41
Previous Close	3.38
Market Cap ( Millions)	6
Volume	4800
Year High	8.15
Year Low	2.47
M A 50	3.94
M A 200	5.31

FCF Yield	-250.83%
Dividend Yield	0.00%
ROE	-59.71%
Debt / Equity	13.33%
Net Debt / EBIDTA	0.74%
Price To Book	0.3
Price Earnings Ratio	-0.41
Price To FCF	-0.4
Price To sales	4.34
EV / EBITDA	-0.4

2. Transcript Summary

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3. NewsRoom

Astrotech Announces Review of Strategic Alternatives to Maximize Shareholder Value

Nov -19

Source: globenewswire.com

Astrotech Reports First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results

Nov -13

Source: globenewswire.com

Astrotech Corporation Appoints Scott Bartley as Interim Chief Financial Officer

Oct -31

Source: globenewswire.com

Head to Head Contrast: Astrotech (NASDAQ:ASTC) versus AerSale (NASDAQ:ASLE)

Oct -22

Source: defenseworld.net

Astrotech Reports Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results

Sep -25

Source: globenewswire.com

Astrotech Corporation Appoints Nihanth Badugu as Chief Operating Officer

Aug -18

Source: globenewswire.com

Astrotech Announces Deployment of EN-SCAN Devices to Transform Instant, On-Site Environmental Field Monitoring

Aug -15

Source: globenewswire.com

Astrotech to Participate in the H.C. Wainwright 27th Annual Global Investment Conference in September 2025

Aug -13

Source: globenewswire.com

4. Business Breakdown

4.a. Revenues by Country

4.b. Revenues by Segment

5. Expected revenues mid-term growth (8.50%)

6. Segments

1st Detect Corporation

Expected Growth: 8.5%

1st Detect Corporation's 8.5% growth is driven by increasing demand for mass spectrometry technology in security and life sciences, coupled with strategic partnerships and expanding product offerings. Additionally, the company's focus on innovation, R&D investments, and cost-effective solutions contribute to its growth momentum.

7. Detailed Products

1st Detect's TRACER 1000

A explosives trace detector designed to detect traces of explosive materials on people, luggage, and cargo.

Astro Digital's Satellite Imagery

A platform providing high-resolution satellite imagery and analytics for various industries.

Agile's RS-25 Engine Testing

A testing service for the RS-25 engine, a high-performance rocket engine used in NASA's Space Launch System (SLS).

BreathTech's BreathTest-1000

A non-invasive, point-of-care breath analysis device for detecting volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in breath.

Stellar Technology's Aerospace Engineering

A provider of engineering services and products for the aerospace industry, including design, analysis, and testing.

8. Astrotech Corporation's Porter Forces

Forces Ranking

Threat Of Substitutes

Astrotech Corporation's products are moderately susceptible to substitutes, as customers have some alternatives available in the market.

Bargaining Power Of Customers

Astrotech Corporation's customers have limited bargaining power due to the company's strong brand presence and differentiated products.

Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

Astrotech Corporation's suppliers have moderate bargaining power, as the company relies on a few key suppliers for critical components.

Threat Of New Entrants

The space technology industry is highly competitive, and new entrants can easily disrupt the market with innovative products and services.

Intensity Of Rivalry

The space technology industry is highly competitive, with several established players competing for market share and customers.

9. SWOT Analysis

10. Capital Structure

10.a. Balance Sheet

10.b. Weighted Average Cost of capital

	Value
Debt Weight	1.34%
Debt Cost	3.95%
Equity Weight	98.66%
Equity Cost	2.94%
WACC	2.95%
Leverage	1.36%

11. Quality Control: Astrotech Corporation passed 5 out of 9 key points

Strong Liquidity

Low Debt

Strong Interest Coverage

Healthy Cash Flow

Operating Efficiency

Strong Return On Equity

Consistent Revenue Growth

Consistent Operating Cash Flow Growth

Margin Improvement

12.a Historical Valuation

12.b Price/Earnings Ratio

12.c Margin Valuation

12.d Peers Valuation

Peers Group Analysis

Intevac

A-Score: 4.7/10

Value: 7.6

Growth: 4.3

Quality: 3.1

Yield: 3.0

Momentum: 6.5

Volatility: 3.7

1-Year Total Return ->

Triumph Group

A-Score: 4.6/10

Value: 4.2

Growth: 3.4

Quality: 4.4

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 9.0

Volatility: 6.3

1-Year Total Return ->

Ducommun

A-Score: 4.4/10

Value: 2.9

Growth: 3.0

Quality: 4.9

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 8.5

Volatility: 7.0

1-Year Total Return ->

SIFCO

A-Score: 3.3/10

Value: 5.1

Growth: 1.1

Quality: 2.3

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 9.0

Volatility: 2.0

1-Year Total Return ->

Astrotech

A-Score: 3.2/10

Value: 8.0

Growth: 3.3

Quality: 4.4

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 0.5

Volatility: 3.0

1-Year Total Return ->

CPI Aerostructures

A-Score: 3.0/10

Value: 5.2

Growth: 5.2

Quality: 2.4

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 2.0

Volatility: 3.3

1-Year Total Return ->

Peers Metrics

12.e Scoring ^Insights

12.f DCF ^BETA

Parameters

Short Term Growth

10.52%

Short term Time

10.0

Long-Term Growth

2.00%

WACC

2.95%

Astrotech Corporation - US0464843095

1. Company Snapshot

1.a. Company Description

1.b. Last Insights on ASTC

1.c. Company Highlights

Fairly Valued

Average Quality

Average Yield

Cheaper

More Volatile

Weak Momentum

Medium Volatility

Average Growth

2. Transcript Summary

3. NewsRoom

4. Business Breakdown

4.a. Revenues by Country

4.b. Revenues by Segment

5. Expected revenues mid-term growth (8.50%)

6. Segments

1st Detect Corporation

Expected Growth: 8.5%

7. Detailed Products

1st Detect's TRACER 1000

Astro Digital's Satellite Imagery

Agile's RS-25 Engine Testing

BreathTech's BreathTest-1000

Stellar Technology's Aerospace Engineering

8. Astrotech Corporation's Porter Forces

Forces Ranking

Threat Of Substitutes

Bargaining Power Of Customers

Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

Threat Of New Entrants

Intensity Of Rivalry

9. SWOT Analysis

Strength

Weaknesses

Opportunities

Threats

10. Capital Structure

10.a. Balance Sheet

10.b. Weighted Average Cost of capital

11. Quality Control: Astrotech Corporation passed 5 out of 9 key points

12.a Historical Valuation

12.b Price/Earnings Ratio

12.c Margin Valuation

12.d Peers Valuation

Peers Group Analysis

Peers Metrics

12.e Scoring Insights

12.f DCF BETA

Parameters

Short Term Growth

Short term Time

Long-Term Growth

WACC

Target Price

3.4$

Current Price

3.4$

Potential

-0.00%

Expected Cash-Flows

12.e Scoring ^Insights

12.f DCF ^BETA