Astec Reports First Quarter 2025 Results, Enters Into Definitive Agreement to Acquire TerraSource Holdings, LLC

Rhea-AI Summary

Astec Industries reported strong Q1 2025 financial results with net sales of $329.4 million and net income of $14.3 million. The company announced plans to acquire TerraSource for $245.0 million, expanding its materials processing equipment portfolio.

Key financial highlights:

• EBITDA: $27.5 million
• Adjusted EBITDA: $35.2 million
• Diluted EPS: $0.62
• Operating cash flow: $20.5 million

The Infrastructure Solutions segment saw a 16.7% increase in sales to $236.0 million, while Materials Solutions experienced a 12.7% decrease to $93.4 million. The TerraSource acquisition is expected to close in Q3 2025, bringing $150 million in annual revenues and significant aftermarket opportunities. The deal's EBITDA multiple is 5.9x with expected tax benefits of $15 million and annual synergies of $10 million by year two.

Positive

• Net sales increased 6.5% YoY to $329.4M in Q1 2025
• Strong net income growth of 320.6% to $14.3M
• Infrastructure Solutions segment sales up 16.7% to $236.0M
• Operating margin improved significantly to 6.2% from 2.0%
• EBITDA doubled to $27.5M, with margin expanding to 8.3%
• Strategic acquisition of TerraSource for $245M with expected synergies of $10M
• TerraSource acquisition to be immediately accretive with 60% recurring revenue
• Strong liquidity position of $238.9M

Negative

• Materials Solutions segment sales declined 12.7% to $93.4M
• Total backlog decreased 28.1% to $402.6M
• Infrastructure Solutions backlog down 25.8% to $276.4M
• Materials Solutions backlog dropped 32.5% to $126.2M
• Finance capacity constraints affecting domestic equipment sales
• Significant cash outlay required for TerraSource acquisition ($245M)

Insights

Financial Analyst

Astec reports strong Q1 with 6.5% sales growth, announces strategic $245M acquisition of TerraSource to enhance aftermarket revenue profile.

Astec Industries delivered robust Q1 2025 results with net sales of $329.4 million, representing a 6.5% year-over-year increase. The company demonstrated strong profitability with net income of $14.3 million (up 320.6%) and adjusted net income of $20.3 million. Diluted EPS rose to $0.62 (up 313.3%), while adjusted EPS reached $0.88 (up 158.8%).

The performance was driven by the Infrastructure Solutions segment, which posted impressive 16.7% sales growth to $236.0 million and significantly improved its Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA margin by 550 basis points to 18.2%. This strength offset weakness in the Materials Solutions segment, which experienced a 12.7% sales decline primarily due to finance capacity constraints affecting product conversions.

Cash flow metrics were healthy with $20.5 million in operating cash flow and $16.6 million in free cash flow. The company maintained strong liquidity of $238.9 million, including $90.1 million in cash and $148.8 million available under its revolving credit facility.

While financial results were strong, the backlog decline of 28.1% year-over-year to $402.6 million bears watching as a potential indicator of future revenue challenges. Management reaffirmed full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance of $105-125 million, suggesting confidence in maintaining performance despite this backlog reduction.

Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist

Astec's $245M TerraSource acquisition strategically enhances recurring revenue profile with 60% aftermarket business at attractive 5.9x EBITDA multiple.

Astec's acquisition of TerraSource for $245 million represents a strategically compelling transaction at an attractive valuation of 5.9x adjusted EBITDA (factoring in $15 million of tax benefits and $10 million of annual synergies). This purchase price for a business generating over $150 million in annual revenue appears reasonable given the target's favorable business mix.

The transaction's most significant strategic advantage is TerraSource's aftermarket strength, with approximately 60% of revenue and 80% of gross profit derived from aftermarket parts. This high-margin recurring revenue stream will meaningfully enhance Astec's business profile and reduce cyclicality.

The expected $10 million in annual run-rate synergies by the end of year two appears achievable, primarily through procurement savings. Integration risks appear manageable given the complementary nature of TerraSource's products and similar manufacturing processes.

Financing through existing cash and new committed debt facilities shouldn't strain Astec's balance sheet given its current $90.1 million cash position and strong free cash flow generation. The acquisition is expected to be immediately accretive to margins and earnings, creating value for shareholders from day one.

The transaction is expected to close early in Q3 2025, subject to regulatory approvals. Given the complementary nature of the businesses rather than direct competition, regulatory challenges appear minimal, though they cannot be completely ruled out.

First Quarter 2025 Overview (all comparisons are made to the corresponding prior year first quarter unless otherwise specified):

• Net sales of $329.4 million
• Strong net income of $14.3 million; Adjusted net income of $20.3 million
• EBITDA of $27.5 million; Adjusted EBITDA of $35.2 million
• Diluted EPS of $0.62; Adjusted EPS of $0.88
• Operating cash flow of $20.5 million; Free cash flow of $16.6 million
• Entered definitive purchase agreement to acquire TerraSource Holdings, LLC ("TerraSource") for $245.0 million

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astec Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASTE) announced today its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025.

"We are pleased to report another strong quarter in line with our plans to deliver consistency, profitability and growth," said Jaco van der Merwe, Chief Executive Officer. "Strong operational execution delivered increases in net sales, EBITDA, net income and earnings per share. I am also excited to announce the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire TerraSource. TerraSource is a manufacturer and distributor of similar equipment, serving adjacent markets in materials processing equipment and related aftermarket parts. They have annual revenues in excess of $150 million, a strong portfolio of industry leading brands and a track record of high performance. TerraSource adds significant growth and value creation opportunities including new markets, aftermarket parts and accretive margins. We look forward to having the hard-working TerraSource employees join the Astec team."

Brian Harris, Chief Financial Officer, commented, "The pending acquisition of TerraSource is consistent with our disciplined growth strategy. It will add scale, improve our aftermarket parts mix, expand our margins and quality of earnings and is expected to be accretive from day one. Excluding the pending acquisition, we reiterate our adjusted EBITDA full year guidance range of $105 million to $125 million."

	GAAP											Adjusted
(in millions, except per share and percentage data)	1Q 2025				1Q 2024				Change			1Q 2025			1Q 2024			Change
Net sales	$	329.4			$	309.2			6.5	%
Infrastructure Solutions		236.0				202.2			16.7	%
Material Solutions		93.4				107.0			(12.7)	%
Backlog		402.6				559.8			(28.1)	%
Infrastructure Solutions		276.4				372.7			(25.8)	%
Material Solutions		126.2				187.1			(32.5)	%
Income from operations		20.5				6.3			225.4	%		28.3			12.0			135.8	%
Operating margin		6.2	%			2.0	%		420	bps		8.6	%		3.9	%		470	bps
Effective tax rate		27.4	%			29.8	%		(240)	bps		26.2	%		26.0	%		20	bps
Net income attributable to controlling interest		14.3				3.4			320.6	%		20.3			7.8			160.3	%
Diluted EPS		0.62				0.15			313.3	%		0.88			0.34			158.8	%
EBITDA (a non-GAAP measure)		27.5				13.4			105.2	%		35.2			18.9			86.2	%
EBITDA margin (a non-GAAP measure)		8.3	%			4.3	%		400	bps		10.7	%		6.1	%		460	bps

Segments Results

Our two reportable segments are comprised of sites based upon the nature of the products or services produced, the type of customer for the products, the similarity of economic characteristics, the manner in which management reviews results and the nature of the production process, among other considerations.

Infrastructure Solutions - Road building equipment, asphalt and concrete plants, thermal storage solutions and related aftermarket parts.

• Net sales of $236.0 million increased 16.7% as the infrastructure construction market for asphalt and concrete plants remains strong, with some softness in mobile paving and forestry.
• Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA of $42.9 million increased 67.6% and Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA margin of 18.2% increased 550 basis points.

Materials Solutions - Processing equipment to crush, screen and convey aggregates and related aftermarket parts.

• Net sales of $93.4 million decreased by 12.7% primarily due to lower domestic equipment sales attributable to finance capacity constraints with contractors and dealers resulting in fewer product conversions. Dealer quoting remains active.
• Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA of $5.2 million decreased 1.9% and Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA margin of 5.6% increased 60 basis points.

Liquidity and Cash Flow

• Our total liquidity was $238.9 million, consisting of $90.1 million of cash and cash equivalents available for operating purposes and $148.8 million available for additional borrowings under our revolving credit facility.
• Operating Cash Flow in the quarter was $20.5 million and Free Cash Flow in the quarter was $16.6 million.

First Quarter Capital Allocation

• Capital expenditures of $3.9 million.
• Dividend payment of $0.13 per share.

Acquisition of TerraSource

Under the terms of the definitive agreement, Astec will acquire TerraSource for $245.0 million in cash, subject to a customary working capital adjustment. Based on 2024 financial information, we anticipate an adjusted EBITDA multiple of 5.9x adjusted for expected tax benefits of approximately $15 million and annual run-rate synergies of approximately $10 million expected by the end of year two. Astec intends to finance the acquisition with existing cash on hand and new committed financing. The transaction is expected to close early in the third quarter of 2025, subject to requisite regulatory approvals and satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.

Strategic and Financial Benefits:

• Increases aftermarket and recurring revenue growth profile. TerraSource has a large installed base with 2024 aftermarket revenues approximating 60% of total revenue and 80% of gross profit
• Adds scale and expands global market presence in attractive end markets for further growth opportunities
• Provides an enhanced financial profile with accretion expected in gross profit margins, adjusted EBITDA margins and earnings per share
• Enables meaningful run-rate cost synergies of approximately $10 million primarily from procurement savings
• Strong cultural fit focused on innovation, sustainability and customer-centric solutions
  

Investor Conference Call and Webcast

Astec will conduct a conference call and live webcast today, April 29, 2025, at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time, to review its first quarter financial results as well as current business conditions and the proposed acquisition of TerraSource.

To access the call, dial (888) 440-4118 on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time for the call. International callers should dial +1 (646) 960-0833.

You may also access a live webcast of the call at: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/536266559

You will need to give your name and company affiliation and reference Astec. An archived webcast will be available for ninety days at www.astecindustries.com.

A replay of the call can be accessed until May 13, 2025 by dialing (800) 770-2030, or (609) 800-9909 for international callers, Conference ID# 8741406. A transcript of the conference call will be made available under the Investor Relations section of the Astec Industries, Inc. website within 5 business days after the call.

About Astec

Astec, (www.astecindustries.com), is a manufacturer of specialized equipment for asphalt road building, aggregate processing and concrete production. Astec's manufacturing operations are divided into two primary business segments: Infrastructure Solutions that includes road building, asphalt and concrete plants, thermal and storage solutions; and Materials Solutions that include our aggregate processing equipment. Astec also operates a line of controls and automation products designed to deliver enhanced productivity through improved equipment performance.

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This News Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements relate to, among other things, income, earnings, cash flows, changes in operations, operating improvements, businesses in which we operate, anticipated benefits from the TerraSource acquisition, timing of the TerraSource acquisition and the United States and global economies. Statements in this News Release that are not historical are hereby identified as "forward-looking statements" and may be indicated by words or phrases such as "anticipates," "supports," "plans," "projects," "expects," "believes," "should," "would," "could," "forecast," "management is of the opinion," use of the future tense and similar words or phrases. These forward-looking statements are based largely on management's expectations, which are subject to a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors discussed and described in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, including those risks described in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors thereof, and in other reports filed subsequently by us with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which may cause actual results, financial or otherwise, to be materially different from those anticipated, expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements included in this document are based on information available to us on the date hereof, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances, except as required by law.

For Additional Information Contact:
Steve Anderson 
Senior Vice President of Administration and Investor Relations
Phone: (423) 899-5898 
E-mail: sanderson@astecindustries.com

Astec Industries Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (In millions, except shares in thousands and per share amounts; unaudited)
	Three Months Ended March 31,
		2025				2024
Net sales	$	329.4			$	309.2
Cost of sales		237.0				232.3
Gross profit		92.4				76.9
Operating expenses:
Selling, general and administrative expenses		71.9				71.4
Restructuring and other asset gains, net		—				(0.8	)
Total operating expenses		71.9				70.6
Income from operations		20.5				6.3
Other expenses, net:
Interest expense		(2.0	)			(2.7	)
Other income, net		1.2				1.1
Income before income taxes		19.7				4.7
Income tax provision		5.4				1.4
Net income		14.3				3.3
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest		—				0.1
Net income attributable to controlling interest	$	14.3			$	3.4
Earnings per common share
Basic	$	0.63			$	0.15
Diluted		0.62				0.15
Weighted average shares outstanding
Basic		22,833				22,762
Diluted		22,977				22,835

Astec Industries Inc. Reportable Segment Net Sales and Operating Adjusted EBITDA (In millions, except percentage data; unaudited)
Reportable segment net sales exclude intersegment sales.
	Three Months Ended March 31,
		2025				2024			$ Change				% Change
Revenues from external customers
Infrastructure Solutions	$	236.0			$	202.2			$	33.8			16.7	%
Materials Solutions		93.4				107.0				(13.6	)		(12.7)	%
Net sales	$	329.4			$	309.2			$	20.2			6.5	%
Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA
Infrastructure Solutions	$	42.9			$	25.6			$	17.3			67.6	%
Materials Solutions		5.2				5.3				(0.1	)		(1.9)	%
Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA - Reportable Segments		48.1				30.9
Reconciliation of Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA to "Income before income taxes"
Corporate and Other		(12.9	)			(12.0	)
Transformation program		(6.9	)			(6.3	)
Restructuring and other related charges		—				(0.1	)
Gain on sale of property and equipment, net		—				0.9
Transaction costs		(0.8	)			—
Interest expense, net		(1.4	)			(2.1	)
Depreciation and amortization		(6.4	)			(6.5	)
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest		—				(0.1	)
Income before income taxes	$	19.7			$	4.7
Segment Operating Adjusted EBITDA Margin		2025				2024			Change
Infrastructure Solutions		18.2	%			12.7	%			550	bps
Materials Solutions		5.6	%			5.0	%			60	bps

Astec Industries Inc. Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (In millions; unaudited)
	March 31, 2025			December 31, 2024
Assets
Current assets:
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash	$	92.6		$	90.8
Investments		2.8			3.0
Trade receivables, contract assets and other receivables, net		172.6			167.2
Inventories, net		434.9			422.7
Other current assets, net		34.3			39.1
Total current assets		737.2			722.8
Property, plant and equipment, net		180.5			181.9
Other long-term assets		138.3			138.9
Total assets	$	1,056.0		$	1,043.6
Liabilities
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	91.6		$	79.2
Customer deposits		72.3			77.3
Other current liabilities		113.1			115.2
Total current liabilities		277.0			271.7
Long-term debt		96.0			105.0
Other long-term liabilities		29.9			29.3
Total equity		653.1			637.6
Total liabilities and equity	$	1,056.0		$	1,043.6

Astec Industries Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (In millions; unaudited)
	Three Months Ended March 31,
		2025				2024
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income	$	14.3			$	3.3
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities		13.3				9.3
Change in operating assets and liabilities		(7.1	)			(59.6	)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities		20.5				(47.0	)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Expenditures for property and equipment		(3.9	)			(5.8	)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment		—				0.4
Purchase of investments		(0.4	)			(0.5	)
Sale of investments		0.1				—
Net cash used in investing activities		(4.2	)			(5.9	)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Payment of dividends		(2.9	)			(2.9	)
Proceeds from borrowings on credit facilities and bank loans		95.5				68.4
Repayments of borrowings on credit facilities and bank loans		(106.9	)			(16.7	)
Withholding tax paid upon vesting of share-based compensation awards		(0.7	)			(0.4	)
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities		(15.0	)			48.4
Effect of exchange rates on cash		0.5				(0.6	)
Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash		1.8				(5.1	)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period		90.8				63.2
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period	$	92.6			$	58.1

We present certain non-GAAP information that can be useful in understanding our operating results and the performance of our core business. We use both GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures to establish internal budgets and targets and to evaluate financial performance against such budgets and targets. We exclude the costs and related tax effects, which are based on the statutory tax rate applicable to each respective item unless otherwise noted below, of the following items as we do not believe they are indicative of our core business operations:

• Transformation program - Incremental costs related to the execution of our ongoing strategic transformation initiatives which may include personnel costs, third-party consultant costs, duplicative systems usage fees, administrative costs, accelerated depreciation and amortization on certain long-lived assets and other similar type charges. Transformation program initiatives include our multi-year phased implementation of a standardized enterprise resource planning system. These costs are included in "Cost of sales" and "Selling, general and administrative expenses", as appropriate, in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.
  
  
• Restructuring and other related charges - Charges related to restructuring activities, to the extent that they are experienced, may include personnel termination actions and reorganization efforts to simplify and consolidate our operations. These costs are recorded in "Restructuring, impairment and other asset charges, net" in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.
  
  
• Goodwill impairment - Goodwill impairment charges, to the extent that they are experienced, are recorded in "Goodwill impairment" in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.
  
  
• Asset impairment - Asset impairment charges, to the extent that they are experienced, are recorded in "Restructuring, impairment and other asset charges, net" in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.
  
  
• Gain on sale of property and equipment, net - Gains or losses recognized on the disposal of property and equipment that are recorded in "Restructuring, impairment and other asset charges, net" in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. We may sell or dispose of assets in the normal course of our business operations as they are no longer needed or used.
  
  
• Transaction costs - Costs associated with the pursuit of acquisition opportunities, or the effected acquisition and integration of acquired businesses. These costs are typically included in "Selling, general and administrative expenses" in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Astec Industries Inc. GAAP vs Non-GAAP Adjusted Income from Operations Reconciliations (In millions, except percentage data; unaudited)
	Three Months Ended March 31,
		2025				2024
Net sales	$	329.4			$	309.2
Income from operations	$	20.5			$	6.3
Adjustments:
Transformation program		7.0				6.5
Restructuring and other related charges		—				0.1
Gain on sale of property and equipment, net		—				(0.9	)
Transaction costs		0.8				—
Adjusted income from operations	$	28.3			$	12.0
Adjusted operating margin		8.6	%			3.9	%

Astec Industries Inc. GAAP vs Non-GAAP Adjusted EPS Reconciliations (In millions, except per share amounts; unaudited)
	Three Months Ended March 31,
		2025				2024
Net income attributable to controlling interest	$	14.3			$	3.4
Adjustments:
Transformation program		7.0				6.5
Restructuring and other related charges		—				0.1
Gain on sale of property and equipment, net		—				(0.9	)
Transaction costs		0.8				—
Income tax impact of adjustments		(1.8	)			(1.3	)
Adjusted net income attributable to controlling interest	$	20.3			$	7.8
Diluted EPS	$	0.62			$	0.15
Adjustments:
Transformation program (a)		0.31				0.29
Restructuring and other related charges		—				—
Gain on sale of property and equipment, net		—				(0.04	)
Transaction costs		0.03				—
Income tax impact of adjustments		(0.08	)			(0.06	)
Adjusted EPS	$	0.88			$	0.34
(a) Calculation includes the impact of a rounding adjustment

Astec Industries Inc. EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliations (In millions, except percentage data; unaudited)
	Three Months Ended March 31,
		2025				2024
Net sales	$	329.4			$	309.2
Net income attributable to controlling interest	$	14.3			$	3.4
Interest expense, net		1.4				2.1
Depreciation and amortization		6.4				6.5
Income tax provision		5.4				1.4
EBITDA		27.5				13.4
EBITDA margin		8.3	%			4.3	%
Adjustments:
Transformation program		6.9				6.3
Restructuring and other related charges		—				0.1
Gain on sale of property and equipment, net		—				(0.9	)
Transaction costs		0.8				—
Adjusted EBITDA	$	35.2			$	18.9
Adjusted EBITDA margin		10.7	%			6.1	%

Astec Industries Inc. Free Cash Flow Reconciliation (In millions; unaudited)
	Three Months Ended March 31,
		2025				2024
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities	$	20.5			$	(47.0	)
Expenditures for property and equipment		(3.9	)			(5.8	)
Free cash flow	$	16.6			$	(52.8	)

FAQ

How much is Astec (ASTE) paying for TerraSource acquisition in 2025?

Astec Industries (ASTE) is acquiring TerraSource for $245.0 million in cash, with an expected EBITDA multiple of 5.9x after accounting for $15 million in tax benefits and $10 million in annual synergies by year two.

What is Astec's (ASTE) Q1 2025 earnings per share?

Astec reported Q1 2025 diluted EPS of $0.62 on a GAAP basis and adjusted EPS of $0.88, representing a 313.3% and 158.8% increase respectively compared to Q1 2024.

What are TerraSource's annual revenues before Astec (ASTE) acquisition?

TerraSource generates annual revenues in excess of $150 million, with approximately 60% coming from aftermarket revenues and 80% from gross profit in 2024.

What is Astec's (ASTE) Q1 2025 revenue growth?

Astec's net sales increased 6.5% to $329.4 million in Q1 2025, with Infrastructure Solutions growing 16.7% while Materials Solutions declined 12.7%.

When will Astec (ASTE) complete the TerraSource acquisition?

Astec expects to close the TerraSource acquisition early in the third quarter of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.

What is Astec's (ASTE) EBITDA guidance for 2025?

Excluding the pending TerraSource acquisition, Astec maintains its full-year 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance range of $105 million to $125 million.