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Company Overview — What Does AstroNova, Inc. Do?

AstroNova, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes specialty printers, and data acquisition and analysis systems in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Central and South America, and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Product Identification (PI) and Test & Measurement (T&M). The PI segment offers tabletop and production-ready digital color label printers, and OEM printing systems under the QuickLabel brand; digital color label mini-presses and inline printing systems under the TrojanLabel brand; and label materials, tags, inks, toners, and thermal transfer ribbons under the GetLabels brand. This segment also develops and licenses various specialized software programs to design and manage labels and print images; and provides training and support. This segment serves chemicals, cosmetics, food and beverage, medical products, pharmaceuticals, and other industries; and brand owners, label converters, commercial printers, and packaging manufacturers. The T&M segment offers airborne printing solutions, such as ToughWriter used to print hard copies of navigation maps, arrival and departure procedures, flight itineraries, weather maps, performance data, passenger data, and various air traffic control data; ToughSwitch, an ethernet switches used to connect multiple computers or Ethernet devices; TMX data acquisition systems; Daxus DXS-100 distributed data acquisition platform; SmartCorder DDX100 portable data acquisition systems for facility maintenance and field testing; and Everest EV-500, a digital strip chart recording system used primarily in telemetry applications. This segment serves aerospace and defense, automotive, commercial airline, energy, manufacturing, and transportation industries. The company was formerly known as Astro-Med, Inc. and changed its name to AstroNova, Inc. in May 2016. AstroNova, Inc. was incorporated in 1969 and is headquartered in West Warwick, Rhode Island. AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) is classified as a micro-cap stock in the Technology sector, specifically within the Computer Hardware industry. The company is led by CEO Gregory A. Woods and employs approximately 340 people, headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island. With a market capitalization of $69M, ALOT is one of the notable companies in the Technology sector.

AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, AstroNova, Inc. receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 39.3/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.ALOT ranks #1,826 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Technology sector, AstroNova, Inc. ranks #200 of 584 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Technology peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

ALOT Stock Price and 52-Week Range

AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) currently trades at $11.57. The stock lost $0.01 (0.1%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for ALOT is $12.68, which means the stock is currently trading -8.8% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $6.96, putting the stock 66.2% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 24K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is ALOT Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) carries a value factor score of 34/100 in the Blank Capital model, signaling premium valuation that prices in significant future growth. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.08x, versus the sector average of 3.16x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.53x, compared to 1.06x for the average Technology stock. On an enterprise value basis, ALOT trades at 37.35x EV/EBITDA, versus 12.79x for the sector.

At current multiples, AstroNova, Inc. trades at a premium to most Technology peers. This elevated valuation may be justified if the company can sustain above-average growth rates and profitability, but it also creates downside risk if earnings disappoint expectations.

AstroNova, Inc. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) earns a quality factor score of 40/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is -2.2%, compared to the Technology sector average of -1.4%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at -1.2% versus the sector average of -1.0%.

On a margin basis, AstroNova, Inc. reports gross margins of 33.8%, compared to 50.9% for the sector. The operating margin is 1.3% (sector: -0.5%). Net profit margin stands at -1.2%, versus -1.5% for the average Technology stock. Revenue growth is running at 9.5% on a trailing basis, compared to 14.2% for the sector. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

ALOT Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

AstroNova, Inc. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 89.0%, compared to the Technology sector average of 43.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 1.71x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $40M. Cash and equivalents stand at $4M.

ALOT has a beta of 0.27, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for AstroNova, Inc. is 59/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

AstroNova, Inc. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, AstroNova, Inc. reported revenue of $155M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.16. Net income for the quarter was $-2M. Gross margin was 33.8%. Operating income came in at $2M.

In Q2 2026, AstroNova, Inc. reported revenue of $36M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.16. Net income for the quarter was $-1M. Gross margin was 32.2%. Revenue grew -10.9% year-over-year compared to Q2 2025. Operating income came in at $-708,000.

In Q1 2026, AstroNova, Inc. reported revenue of $38M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.05. Net income for the quarter was $-376,000. Gross margin was 33.6%. Revenue grew 14.4% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $571,000.

In FY 2025, AstroNova, Inc. reported revenue of $151M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-1.93. Net income for the quarter was $-14M. Gross margin was 34.9%. Revenue grew 2.2% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $-9M.

Over the past 8 quarters, AstroNova, Inc. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $148M to $155M. Investors analyzing ALOT stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

ALOT Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among smaller companies in the Computer Hardware industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Technology dividend stocks may want to explore other Technology stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

ALOT Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) has a momentum factor score of 35/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 29/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 48/100 reflects moderate short selling activity.

ALOT vs Competitors — Technology Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Technology sector, AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) ranks #200 out of 584 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places ALOT in the upper half of all Technology stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include IHS Holding Ltd (IHS) with a score of 55.0/100, VERISIGN INC/CA (VRSN) with a score of 56.0/100, ESCO TECHNOLOGIES INC (ESE) with a score of 51.7/100, CareCloud, Inc. (CCLD) with a score of 46.9/100, and MMTec, Inc. (MTC) with a score of 47.4/100.

Comparing ALOT against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full ALOT vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how AstroNova, Inc. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

ALOT Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy ALOT? — Investment Thesis Summary

AstroNova, Inc. presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. The value score of 34/100 indicates premium valuation. Momentum is weak at 35/100, a headwind for near-term performance.

In summary, AstroNova, Inc. (ALOT) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 39.3/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on ALOT stock.

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