Astrotech Corporation - Common Stock (ASTC)
4.2000
+0.1200 (2.94%)
NASDAQ · Last Trade: Dec 13th, 7:26 PM EST
Detailed Quote
| Previous Close | 4.080 |
|---|---|
| Open | 4.000 |
| Bid | 4.090 |
| Ask | 4.160 |
| Day's Range | 4.000 - 4.350 |
| 52 Week Range | 2.465 - 8.150 |
| Volume | 2,040,309 |
| Market Cap | 7.07M |
| PE Ratio (TTM) | -84.00 |
| EPS (TTM) | -0.1 |
| Dividend & Yield | N/A (N/A) |
| 1 Month Average Volume | 108,068 |
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About Astrotech Corporation - Common Stock (ASTC)
Astrotech Corp is a technology company focused on the development and commercialization of advanced solutions for various industries, particularly in the field of aerospace and defense. The company specializes in providing innovative technologies that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of space missions and national security operations. Astrotech is involved in the production of systems and services that support satellite and spacecraft operations, leveraging its expertise to address complex challenges in the aerospace sector. Additionally, the company works on developing specialized software and hardware that contribute to the broader space exploration and security landscape, making it a pivotal player in the advancement of modern technology applications. Read More
News & Press Releases
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Via Chartmill · December 12, 2025
1st Detect Corporation's detection and analysis mass spectrometry systems deployed worldwide offer the ability to reduce false alarms and strengthen checkpoint screening
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · December 12, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC) (the “Company” or “Astrotech”) today announced that its Board of Directors has initiated a review of strategic alternatives in order to explore ways to maximize shareholder value. The review will include a range of potential actions, including raising equity capital, reverse mergers, combination transactions, and the sale of all or part of the Company’s business, and other possible strategic or financial transactions.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · November 19, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC) (the “Company” or (“Astrotech”), today announced that it has appointed Scott Bartley as Interim Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) of the Company, effective as of October 20, 2025.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · October 31, 2025
Via Benzinga · October 6, 2025
Via Benzinga · October 3, 2025
Via Benzinga · October 3, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC) (the “Company” or “Astrotech”), today announced that it has appointed Nihanth Badugu as Chief Operating Officer (“COO”) of the Company. Mr. Badugu’s appointment is effective as of August 13, 2025.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · August 18, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- -- Astrotech Corporation (“Astrotech” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ASTC) announced today that it has introduced its new EN-SCAN product line (“EN-SCAN”) of ultra-portable rugged environmental testing instruments, featuring its proprietary ATi Gas Chromatograph Column (“GC”) and ATi Mass Spectrometer Technology™ (“MS”) through its wholly owned subsidiary, EN-SCAN, Inc.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · August 15, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC) (the “Company” or “Astrotech”) today announced that Thomas B. Pickens III, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Jennifer Cañas, Chief Financial Officer, will host investor meetings on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 as part of the H.C. Wainwright 27th Annual Global Investment Conference in New York City taking place at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · August 13, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas , July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC), a provider of next generation security screening and detection technologies based on Mass Spectrometry (“Mass Spec”), today announced the first sale and deployment of its TRACER 1000™ Narcotics Trace Detector (“TRACER 1000 NTD™”) in Vietnam, by way of its subsidiary 1st Detect. This milestone marks a significant step in expanding the 1st Detect footprint across Southeast Asia and reinforces its commitment to enhancing narcotics trace detection inspection capabilities in global emerging markets.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · July 31, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC) (the “Company” or (“Astrotech”), today announced that it has appointed Jennifer Cañas as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) of the Company. Ms. Cañas’ appointment is effective as of May 22, 2025.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · May 28, 2025
Via Benzinga · May 13, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC) today announced the launch of its enhanced TRACER 1000™ Narcotics Trace Detector (“TRACER 1000 NTD”) from its 1st Detect subsidiary. This innovative mobilized mass spectrometer is specifically configured to screen for the full range of synthetic opiates and novel psychoactive substances (“NPS”), delivering accuracy and speed to counter the global drug crisis.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · March 10, 2025
EN-SCAN GC-MS Product Line For Air, Water, and Soil Analysis To Be Introduced at PITTCON 2025
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · February 28, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (NASDAQ: ASTC) ("Astrotech" or the "Company") announced the resignation of its Chief Financial Officer, Jaime Hinojosa, effective February 14, 2025. Mr. Hinojosa will continue to serve in the CFO role until February 14, 2025, and after that time will provide transition services to the Company on a consulting basis through June 30, 2025. In connection with this development, the Company and its Board of Directors have appointed Ryan Polk to serve as interim Chief Financial Officer.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · January 24, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (NASDAQ: ASTC) announced today that its 1st Detect subsidiary has received a purchase order for its TRACER 1000™ explosive trace detectors (ETDs) from Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation (INTUITIVE®) a TSA contractor. The purchase order is valued at $429K and should be recognized in FY2025.
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · January 23, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astrotech Corporation (NASDAQ: ASTC) ("Astrotech" or the "Company") and its wholly-owned subsidiary, 1st Detect Corporation, announced that the Company has been awarded research and development (“R&D”) contract 70RSAT24CB0000015 (“Contract”) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) to research, develop and mature the TRACER 1000 for DHS next generation explosives trace detection (“ETD”).
By Astrotech Corporation · Via GlobeNewswire · January 14, 2025
TechMediaBreaks – Astrotech Corp. (NASDAQ: ASTC) Releases Financial Report, Corporate Updates for FY 2024
Astrotech (NASDAQ: ASTC), an innovative science and technology company, is reporting on fiscal-year financial results and key company developments for the period ended June 30, 2024. According to the report, highlights for the year include a revenue increase of $1.7 million as 1st Detect, the company’s subsidiary, gained traction in the international passenger market with its explosives trace detectors (“ETD”); an increase in gross margin of 45% compared to 41% in the prior period; approval from the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (“TSA”) for the TRACER 1000 for the Air Cargo Security Technology List; the company’s entrance into the Developmental Test and Evaluation, which involves the Transportation Security Laboratory (“TSL”) testing the TRACER 1000; and the creation of Pro-Control, a wholly owned subsidiary. In addition, 1st Detect began accepting orders for its proprietary TRACER 1000 Narcotics Trace Detector (“NTD”) from worldwide customers and both the TRACER 1000 NTD and the TRACER 1000 ETD becoming registered with the U.S. General Services Administration (“GSA”) IT Schedule 70, which allows sales to the U.S. federal government.
Via Investor Brand Network · September 20, 2024
TechMediaBreaks – Astrotech Corporation (NASDAQ: ASTC) Sets New Standard for Accuracy, Reliability in Narcotics Detection
Astrotech (NASDAQ: ASTC), through its subsidiary 1st Detect, is revolutionizing narcotics and explosives trace detection. “With recent approval as a U.S. General Services Administration (‘GSA’) authorized vendor, 1st Detect is poised to expand its impact across government agencies. TRACER 1000 is a cutting-edge detector utilizing ruggedized mass spectrometry technology for superior detection at critical security points. 1st Detect’s commitment to excellence is underscored by its recent achievements and milestones, including its approval by the GSA as an authorized vendor for key government-related applications. This opens doors to 1st Detect’s products to a wide array of opportunities within government agencies tasked with ensuring national security. At the heart of 1st Detect’s portfolio lies the TRACER 1000… This instrument represents the pinnacle of innovation in both Explosives Trace Detection (‘ETD’) and now Narcotics Trace Detection (‘NTD’), offering unmatched performance and versatility for screening applications,” a recent article reads. “This development is particularly crucial for airport security and government agencies involved in combating the illicit drug trade by making updates for new drug profiles easy. By incorporating such advancements in mass spectrometry technology widely regarded as the ‘gold standard’ in the industry, Astrotech has set a new standard for accuracy and reliability in narcotics detection.”
Via Investor Brand Network · July 10, 2024
Wyoming Hemp Shops File Lawsuit Seeking to Reverse Hemp Intoxicants Ban
An agricultural organization and a group of hemp retailers have filed a lawsuit against the state of Wyoming. This comes after the state’s legislators enacted the ban at a budget session earlier this year.
Via Investor Brand Network · July 9, 2024
Study Suggests AI Models Could Be Relying on ‘Demographic Shortcuts’ During Medical Diagnosis
New research has determined that artificial intelligence (AI) models may be depending on “demographic shortcuts” when making medical diagnoses. Prior studies had determined that these models could reliably predict a patient’s race from their chest X-rays, something even the best radiologists couldn’t do.
Via Investor Brand Network · July 5, 2024
CRS Says ‘Miller Amendment’ Won’t Ban CBD, Other Cannabinoids from Hemp
An analysis conducted by the Congressional Research Service has determined that not all hemp cannabinoids will be prohibited under a recently proposed amendment for the upcoming Farm Bill. The legislative agency stated that the amendment, which would crack down on the distribution of unregulated hemp products, wouldn’t affect nonpsychoactive natural compounds from the hemp crop, including CBD.
Via Investor Brand Network · June 27, 2024
Colorado AG Sues Firm That Sold Marijuana While Calling It Hemp
Attorney General Phil Weiser is suing a marijuana product retailer in Colorado for selling cannabis marketed as industrial hemp . The retailer, Gee Distributors, is based in Greely and operates as CBDDY. The business’ owner, Christopher Landon Eoff, is also being sued by the AG.
Via Investor Brand Network · June 25, 2024
CannabisNewsBreaks – Astrotech Corporation’s (NASDAQ: ASTC) TRACER 1000(TM) Receives ‘Approved’ Status on Air Cargo Security Technology List
Astrotech (NASDAQ: ASTC) and its wholly owned subsidiary, 1st Detect Corporation, today announced that the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (“TSA”) has approved the TRACER 1000(TM) for the Air Cargo Security Technology List (“ACSTL”) following thorough assessment by the TSA QG2 Technical Review Panel (“TRP”). Following the approval, regulated parties in the U.S., such as the air cargo market, which are required to use the ACSTL, can now purchase the TRACER 1000. This approval, the announcement noted, advances the TRACER 1000 to Stage II testing. Once the field testing is successfully completed, the TRACER 1000 will move to the “Qualified” section of the ACSTL. “Being listed as ‘approved’ on the ACSTL is an important milestone for the company. We are now the first and only mass spectrometer ETD on the ACSTL. We look forward to selling the TRACER 1000 to the regulated air cargo market in the United States as we continue to strengthen our domestic sales efforts. Also, we received a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (“CRADA”) from the TSA that advances the company to the next step in the ongoing TSA passenger checkpoint approval process. All of this is very exciting to be on the path to opening both the domestic cargo and domestic checkpoint markets,” Tom Pickens, CEO and CTO of Astrotech, said.
Via Investor Brand Network · June 20, 2024