Valuation check: ASTE's profit margin is 1.26%, below the Industrials sector average of 10.33%.
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Astec Industries (ASTE) currently reports a profit margin of 1.26% as of June 2026. That compares with 3.5% in the prior-year period — down 64.0% year over year. That is below the Industrials sector average of 10.33%. Use the charts on this page to explore Astec Industries's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Astec Industries's profit margin decreased from 3.5% to 1.26% — a 64.0% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Astec Industries's profit margin of 1.26% is lower than the Industrials sector average of 10.33%. That is roughly 87.8% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.
There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Astec Industries's current 1.26% should be judged against Industrials norms (sector average: 10.33%) and against ASTE's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.
Start with the current profit margin of 1.26%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Industrials average is 10.33%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Astec Industries, and consider following ASTE for alerts when major investors trade the stock.