Astec Industries' stock plummeted 6.01% in pre-market trading following the release of its first-quarter 2026 results, which showed a significant earnings miss and a sharp decline in profitability.
The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.54 for the quarter, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $0.84 by 35.71%. Net income dropped 90.9% to $1.3 million compared to the same period last year, while sales rose 20.3% to $396.3 million, slightly beating expectations.
Astec's profitability was hurt by ConExpo trade show expenses, timing and mix-related shortfalls in legacy operations, and increased freight, duty, and tariff costs. The company maintained its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance of $170 million to $190 million, citing favorable order activity and strong end markets.