Astec Industries' stock surged 6.84% in pre-market trading following the release of its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results, which exceeded analyst expectations and included optimistic guidance for the coming year.

The specialized equipment maker reported fourth quarter adjusted earnings per share of $1.06, beating the consensus estimate of $0.83. Quarterly sales reached a record $400.6 million, surpassing the $374.2 million analyst forecast and representing an 11.6% year-over-year increase. The strong performance was driven by significant growth in the Materials Solutions segment, where net sales increased 60.6% due to both organic and inorganic contributions.

Looking ahead, Astec provided encouraging guidance for 2026, expecting full-year adjusted EBITDA to be in the range of $170 million to $190 million. The company also reported a 22.5% increase in backlog to $514.1 million, indicating strong future demand. Management expressed optimism about 2026 due to progress on internal initiatives, positive customer sentiment, and the stability provided by federal infrastructure funding.