Austal (ASB) Stock Overview
Engages in the design, manufacture, and support of vessels for commercial and defense customers in the United States, Australia, Europe, Asia, and South America. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
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Community ContributorCA$5.25FV • 1.3% overvalued intrinsic discount
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | AU$4.21 |
| 52 Week High | AU$8.82 |
| 52 Week Low | AU$4.11 |
| Beta | 0.63 |
| 1 Month Change | -10.43% |
| 3 Month Change | -39.68% |
| 1 Year Change | -17.29% |
| 3 Year Change | 152.10% |
| 5 Year Change | 76.15% |
| Change since IPO | 250.84% |
Recent News & Updates
ASB: Future EBIT Delivery And Contract Execution Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have kept Austal's fair value estimate steady at A$4.50 while fine tuning assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth and future P/E. This has led to a modest adjustment in the overall price target and reflects updated views on the company’s earnings profile.
ASB: Higher Margins And 2026 EBIT Guidance Will Support ReRating
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Austal to A$6.50 from A$7.69, reflecting updated assumptions that factor in a slightly higher discount rate, more moderate revenue growth, and a lower future P/E multiple, partly offset by a modestly higher profit margin outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent valuation work around Austal reflects a more balanced stance, with analysts updating their models to account for revised assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth and future P/E multiples, while still acknowledging some support from margin expectations.
ASB: Firmer Margins And 2026 EBIT Guidance Will Support Long Term Earnings Power
Analysts have trimmed their Austal price targets to reflect a fair value move from A$8.10 to A$7.56. They point to more moderate revenue growth assumptions, a slightly higher discount rate and a lower future P/E multiple, even as profit margin estimates are a bit firmer.ASB: Execution Risk On Shipbuilding Programs Will Drive Future Downside Focus
Analysts have lowered their Austal price target to A$4.50 from A$6.60 after resetting fair value assumptions, applying a slightly higher discount rate, and using more conservative expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts are using the lower A$4.50 price target to flag what they see as a tighter margin for error on Austal.Recent updates
ASB: Future EBIT Delivery And Contract Execution Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have kept Austal's fair value estimate steady at A$4.50 while fine tuning assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth and future P/E. This has led to a modest adjustment in the overall price target and reflects updated views on the company’s earnings profile.ASB: Higher Margins And 2026 EBIT Guidance Will Support ReRating
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Austal to A$6.50 from A$7.69, reflecting updated assumptions that factor in a slightly higher discount rate, more moderate revenue growth, and a lower future P/E multiple, partly offset by a modestly higher profit margin outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent valuation work around Austal reflects a more balanced stance, with analysts updating their models to account for revised assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth and future P/E multiples, while still acknowledging some support from margin expectations.ASB: Firmer Margins And 2026 EBIT Guidance Will Support Long Term Earnings Power
Analysts have trimmed their Austal price targets to reflect a fair value move from A$8.10 to A$7.56. They point to more moderate revenue growth assumptions, a slightly higher discount rate and a lower future P/E multiple, even as profit margin estimates are a bit firmer.ASB: Execution Risk On Shipbuilding Programs Will Drive Future Downside Focus
Analysts have lowered their Austal price target to A$4.50 from A$6.60 after resetting fair value assumptions, applying a slightly higher discount rate, and using more conservative expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts are using the lower A$4.50 price target to flag what they see as a tighter margin for error on Austal.ASB: Higher Risk Hurdles Will Shape Balanced Outlook And Execution Risks
Analysts have reduced their Austal price target to A$6.60 from A$7.10, citing a higher required discount rate and a lower assumed future P/E multiple, while their revenue growth and profit margin assumptions remain slightly higher. Analyst Commentary Recent price target adjustments on Austal reflect a more conservative stance from bearish analysts, even as core assumptions for revenue growth and margins remain modestly supportive.ASB: AI Digital Twin Expansion Will Support Steady Long Term Earnings Power
Analysts have raised their price target on Austal slightly, citing modestly higher assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, along with a marginally higher discount rate and a comparable future P/E. Taken together, these factors leave their fair value estimate broadly unchanged at A$8.10.ASB: AI Digital Twin Role Will Shape Balanced Outlook And Execution Risks
Analysts have lifted their price target on Austal, citing slightly lower required returns, a small uptick in expected revenue growth and profit margin, and a marginally reduced future P/E assumption as reasons for the updated valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent valuation work on Austal reflects a more cautious tone from some bearish analysts, even as headline price targets have been adjusted.ASB: AI Digital Twin Roles Will Support Measured Long Term Earnings Outlook
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price targets on Austal, citing refined assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations. Collectively, these changes point to a slightly higher fair value estimate for the shares than previously modeled.ASB: AI Digital Twin Expansion Will Shape Measured Outlook For Defense-Focused Shipbuilder
Analysts have raised their price target for Austal from 5.58 dollars to 7.10 dollars, citing expectations for stronger revenue growth, slightly improved profit margins and a higher future price to earnings multiple. What's in the News Austal is partnering with Edge Total Intelligence and Sabel Systems to showcase AI powered digital twin solutions at the Smart Cities Connect Fall Conference and Expo in National Harbor, Maryland, highlighting applications for contested logistics, smart cities and smart bases, and infrastructure risk management (Key Developments) The company is contributing its maritime and shipyard expertise to demonstrations on leveraging AI driven technologies to enhance public shipyard and depot operations, underscoring Austal's move deeper into advanced digital and AI enabled defense solutions (Key Developments) Production ready solutions involving Austal and its partners will be presented at the Digital Twin Pavilion, positioning the company within an ecosystem of AI and digital twin providers serving government and infrastructure customers (Key Developments) Valuation Changes Fair Value: raised from A$5.58 to A$7.10, a material upward revision in the assessed share valuation.ASB: AI Digital Twin Expansion Will Support Stronger Long Term Earnings Potential
Analysts have nudged their price target on Austal slightly higher to reflect a modest improvement in fair value to around $8.10 per share. This is supported by expectations of slightly faster revenue growth and a richer future earnings multiple, despite some pressure on margins and a marginally lower discount rate.US And Australian Shipyard Expansion Will Unlock Future Markets
Austal's consensus price target has been raised, primarily reflecting improved net profit margin and a lower future P/E, suggesting enhanced earnings outlook and valuation efficiency, with fair value now at A$7.69. What's in the News Raised FY2025 unaudited EBIT guidance to not less than AUD 100 million from at least AUD 80 million.Shipbuilding Agreement In Australia Will Open $20 Billion Opportunities
Austal’s consensus price target increased to A$6.70 as a result of a sharply higher future P/E, which outweighs the impact of a modestly lower net profit margin. What's in the News Austal upgraded its unaudited FY2025 EBIT guidance to not less than AUD 100 million, up from not less than AUD 80 million.Shipbuilding Agreement In Australia Will Open $20 Billion Opportunities
The significant increase in Austal’s future P/E multiple suggests improved earnings growth sentiment among analysts, driving the consensus analyst price target higher from A$5.48 to A$6.08. What's in the News Austal Limited added to S&P/ASX 200 Industrials Sector Index.
Record $127 Billion Shipbuilding Orders May Offset Future Challenges
Austal's transition to new programs and facility investments may lead to revenue uncertainty and cash flow challenges, impacting short-term net margins.What You Can Learn From Austal Limited's (ASX:ASB) P/S
Dec 28
Austal (ASX:ASB) Has Announced That Its Dividend Will Be Reduced To A$0.03
Sep 06A Look At The Fair Value Of Austal Limited (ASX:ASB)
Aug 23Austal (ASX:ASB) Might Be Having Difficulty Using Its Capital Effectively
Jul 26Austal (ASX:ASB) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of A$0.04
Feb 26Is Austal Limited (ASX:ASB) Worth AU$1.8 Based On Its Intrinsic Value?
Feb 09Austal (ASX:ASB) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of A$0.04
Aug 29There's Been No Shortage Of Growth Recently For Austal's (ASX:ASB) Returns On Capital
Jul 01Shareholder Returns
| ASB | AU Aerospace & Defense | AU Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -8.9% | -7.4% | -1.4% |
| 1Y | -17.3% | 90.2% | 6.2% |
Return vs Industry: ASB underperformed the Australian Aerospace & Defense industry which returned 90.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: ASB underperformed the Australian Market which returned 6.2% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| ASB volatility | |
|---|---|
| ASB Average Weekly Movement | 12.1% |
| Aerospace & Defense Industry Average Movement | 14.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 10.6% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in AU Market | 17.5% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in AU Market | 4.5% |
Stable Share Price: ASB has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Australian market.
Volatility Over Time: ASB's weekly volatility (12%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 4,633 | Paddy Gregg | www.austal.com |
Austal Limited engages in the design, manufacture, and support of vessels for commercial and defense customers in the United States, Australia, Europe, Asia, and South America. It operates in four segments: USA Shipbuilding, USA Support, Australasia Shipbuilding, and Australasia Support. The company offers vessel construction / shipbuilding revenue includes the design and construction of both defence and commercial vessel platforms; and defence vessels include advanced naval and other defence vessels and commercial vessels including passenger ferries, vehicle passenger ferries, offshore and windfarm vessels, as well as patrol boats for government law enforcement and border protection agencies.
Austal Limited Fundamentals Summary
| ASB fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | AU$1.73b |
| Earnings (TTM) | AU$95.12m |
| Revenue (TTM) | AU$2.11b |
18.6x
P/E Ratio0.8x
P/S RatioIs ASB overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| ASB income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | AU$2.11b |
| Cost of Revenue | AU$1.83b |
| Gross Profit | AU$279.02m |
| Other Expenses | AU$183.91m |
| Earnings | AU$95.12m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.23 |
| Gross Margin | 13.24% |
| Net Profit Margin | 4.51% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 9.8% |
How did ASB perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/01 08:32 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/06/30 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Austal Limited is covered by 11 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Baxter Kirk | Bell Potter |
| Daniel Laing | Bell Potter |
| Sam Teeger | Citigroup Inc |