Astronics Corporation, through its subsidiaries, designs and manufactures products for the aerospace, defense, electronics, and semiconductor industries worldwide. It operates in two segments, Aerospace and Test Systems. The Aerospace segment offers lighting and safety systems; electrical power generation, distribution, and motions systems; aircraft structures; avionics products; system certification; and connectivity and other products. This segment serves airframe manufacturers (OEM) that build aircraft for the commercial, military, and general aviation markets; suppliers; and aircraft operators, such as airlines and branches of the U.S. Department of Defense, as well as the Federal Aviation Administration and airport operators. The Test Systems segment designs, develops, manufactures, and maintains automated test systems that support the semiconductor, aerospace, communications, and weapons test systems, as well as training and simulation devices for commercial and military applications. It serves OEMs and prime government contractors for electronics and military products. The company also provides cabin management and in-flight entertainment systems for a range of aircraft, as well as design consultancy services for the aerospace industry. Astronics Corporation was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in East Aurora, New York.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Aircraft parts & equipment, not elsewhere classified
Sub-IndustryAerospace & Defense
SectorAerospace
SymbolNASDAQ:ATRO
CUSIP04643310
Phone716-805-1599
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.81
Current Ratio2.86
Quick Ratio1.55
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio30.63
Forward P/E Ratio26.23
P/E Growth2.67
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$624.46 million
Price / Sales1.72
Cash Flow$2.2379 per share
Price / Cash17.11
Book Value$11.78 per share
Price / Book3.25
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$1.25
Net Income$19.67 million
Net Margins1.75%
Return on Equity8.43%
Return on Assets4.12%
Miscellaneous
Employees2,500
Outstanding Shares28,070,000
Astronics (NASDAQ:ATRO) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Astronics' stock symbol?
Astronics trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "ATRO."
How will Astronics' stock buyback program work?
Astronics announced that its board has initiated a stock repurchase program on Monday, December 18th 2017, which authorizes the company to buyback $50,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization authorizes the company to repurchase shares of its stock through open market purchases. Shares buyback programs are generally an indication that the company's board believes its stock is undervalued.
How were Astronics' earnings last quarter?
Astronics Co. (NASDAQ:ATRO) posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May, 9th. The aerospace company reported $0.11 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.31 by $0.20. The aerospace company earned $179.06 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $182.24 million. Astronics had a return on equity of 8.43% and a net margin of 1.75%. The firm's revenue was up 17.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company earned $0.38 earnings per share. View Astronics' Earnings History.
When is Astronics' next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for ATRO?
3 brokerages have issued twelve-month target prices for Astronics' shares. Their forecasts range from $39.00 to $45.00. On average, they anticipate Astronics' share price to reach $41.6667 in the next twelve months. View Analyst Ratings for Astronics.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about Astronics stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about Astronics stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "Astronics Corporation is a manufacturer of specialized lighting and electronics for the cockpit, cabin and exteriors of military, commercial transport and private business jet aircraft. A major lighting and electronics supplier to the aircraft industry, its strategy is to expand from a components and subsystems supplier to an aircraft lighting systems integrator, increasing the value and content it provides to various aircraft platforms. Luminescent Systems Inc. is Astronics' primary operating subsidiary which produces its aerospace and defense products. " (5/11/2018)
- 2. Canaccord Genuity analysts commented, "We continue to like ATRO for the potential 2018 upside, and we are maintaining our BUY rating and $40 price target." (11/7/2017)
Who are some of Astronics' key competitors?
Who are Astronics' key executives?
Astronics' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Peter J. Gundermann, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 55)
- Mr. David C. Burney, Exec. VP of Fin., CFO & Sec. (Age 55)
- Mr. James S. Kramer, Exec. VP (Age 54)
- Mr. Mark A. Peabody, Exec. VP (Age 59)
- Mr. James F. Mulato, Exec. VP & Pres of Astronics Test Systems Inc (Age 57)
Has Astronics been receiving favorable news coverage?
Media coverage about ATRO stock has been trending somewhat positive this week, according to Accern Sentiment Analysis. The research group identifies negative and positive news coverage by reviewing more than twenty million news and blog sources in real-time. Accern ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative one to one, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. Astronics earned a media sentiment score of 0.21 on Accern's scale. They also gave news coverage about the aerospace company an impact score of 46.66 out of 100, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an impact on the company's share price in the immediate future.
Who are Astronics' major shareholders?
Astronics' stock is owned by a number of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include BlackRock Inc. (8.78%), Neuberger Berman Group LLC (4.89%), Royal Bank of Canada (4.36%), Franklin Resources Inc. (3.73%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (2.86%) and Paradice Investment Management LLC (2.11%). Company insiders that own Astronics stock include John B Drenning, Mark Peabody, Peter J Gundermann and Robert J Mckenna. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Astronics.
Which institutional investors are selling Astronics stock?
ATRO stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Neuberger Berman Group LLC, Russell Investments Group Ltd., Victory Capital Management Inc., Franklin Resources Inc., Virginia Retirement Systems ET AL, Citadel Advisors LLC, Mondrian Investment Partners LTD and Cortina Asset Management LLC. Company insiders that have sold Astronics company stock in the last year include Mark Peabody, Peter J Gundermann and Robert J Mckenna. View Insider Buying and Selling for Astronics.
Which institutional investors are buying Astronics stock?
ATRO stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including BlackRock Inc., Carillon Tower Advisers Inc., Loomis Sayles & Co. L P, Royal Bank of Canada, Paradice Investment Management LLC, Migdal Insurance & Financial Holdings Ltd., Ancora Advisors LLC and 22NW LP. View Insider Buying and Selling for Astronics.
How do I buy shares of Astronics?
Shares of ATRO can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Astronics' stock price today?
One share of ATRO stock can currently be purchased for approximately $38.29.
How big of a company is Astronics?
Astronics has a market capitalization of $1.10 billion and generates $624.46 million in revenue each year. The aerospace company earns $19.67 million in net income (profit) each year or $1.25 on an earnings per share basis. Astronics employs 2,500 workers across the globe.
How can I contact Astronics?
Astronics' mailing address is 130 COMMERCE WAY, EAST AURORA NY, 14052. The aerospace company can be reached via phone at 716-805-1599 or via email at [email protected]
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