Overall Fundamental outlook

Business Operations:

Sector: Industrials
Industry: Building Products & Equipment

Astral Limited, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and marketing of pipes, water tanks, and adhesives and sealants in India and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Plumbing; and Paints and Adhesives. It offers chlorinated poly vinyl chloride, unplasticized poly vinyl chloride, high-density polyethylene, polypropylene, cross-linked polyethylene piping solutions for hot- and cold-water distribution, drainage, sewerage and drainage, gas distribution, industrial processes, transporting chemicals and hot liquids, radiant floor heating, agriculture pipes and fitting, cable protection, industrial piping, fire protection, specialized fitting, column and conduit pipe, urban infrastructure, and other plumbing applications; and water tanks, such as roto and blow moulded, and underground and loft water tanks, as well as water tanks with anti-viral copper shield used for residential and commercial water storage, rainwater harvesting, firefighting, and other applications. The company also provides bath-ware products comprising faucets, sanitaryware, cisterns, and showers; paints, including interior and exterior emulsions, distempers, enamels, and primer and wall putty undercoats; epoxy, PVA, rubber, anaerobic, and industrial adhesives; epoxy putty, cyanoacrylate, and solvent cements; and silicone, acrylic, and hybrid sealants. In addition, its specialized valves include compact true union ball, single union ball, and industrial ball valves; construction chemicals, such as waterproofing solutions, and tile adhesives and grouts; and infrastructure products comprising drainage, cable protection, and PT duct systems. The company was formerly known as Astral Poly Technik Limited and changed its name to Astral Limited in April 2021. Astral Limited was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India.

Revenue projections:

Revenue projections for ASTRAL
Revenue projections for ASTRAL

ASTRAL is projected to see lower revenues than in the previous year, a trend that usually concerns investors. Declining revenues often harm a company's profitability, leading investors to exercise caution as they weigh the potential risks of continued financial downturns.

Financial Ratios:

currentRatio 1.879000
forwardPE 51.235264
debtToEquity 6.315000
earningsGrowth -0.013000
revenueGrowth 0.035000
grossMargins 0.396610
operatingMargins 0.141010
trailingEps 19.440000
forwardEps 29.930000

ASTRAL's current ratio of 1.879 shows that the company has ample resources to service its short-term debt. This indicates a solid financial position, as ASTRAL can rely on its cash reserves and current assets to cover its immediate liabilities without strain.
Astral Limited's elevated forward PE ratio indicates that the stock may face limited price growth and is at risk for a correction. Investors should consider this metric alongside other fundamentals to accurately assess the stock's valuation.
ASTRAL's low earnings and revenue growth suggest that the company may see declining profits. This indicates potential financial challenges ahead, and could lead to a more cautious outlook from investors.
Astral Limited's negative gross and operating margins indicate the company is operating at a loss, unable to generate profit from its core business activities. This suggests financial strain and potential challenges in maintaining profitability.
With a forward EPS greater than its trailing EPS, ASTRAL is forecasted to be more profitable this year than last. This growth expectation reflects confidence in the company's earnings potential and suggests an improving financial trajectory for the year ahead.

Price projections:

Price projections for ASTRAL
Price projections for ASTRAL

Over time, ASTRAL's price projections have consistently been revised lower. This downward shift suggests analysts are becoming more cautious about the company's future, possibly due to emerging risks or challenges.

Insider Transactions:

Insider Transactions for ASTRAL
Insider Transactions for ASTRAL


7 sales of Astral Limited stock were made, with market price at 2189.2357177734375 per share.The period under consideration saw no sell transactions.The recent trend of more purchases than sales at Astral Limited's current price could signal investor optimism. This pattern may point to a positive outlook for the stock, as it indicates growing confidence in its potential to perform well in the future.

Recommendation changes over time:

Recommendations trend for ASTRAL
Recommendations trend for ASTRAL


With analysts showing a buy bias for ASTRAL, investors may be more inclined to see the stock as an attractive investment. The favorable outlook could spur increased interest, positioning ASTRAL as a safe and profitable place for investors to allocate their funds and seek growth.