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Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) refers to the quantity and money amount of the product which has been ordered by customers but which has not shipped yet for computer hardware.
AstroNova's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2020 was 25.90
, which higher from pervious quarter (Jan. 2020)'s result by 2.78%.
AstroNova's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) for the annual that ended in Jan. 2026 was 28.20
, which lower from pervious year (Jan. 2025)'s result by 0.35%.
The historical rank and industry rank for AstroNova's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) or its related term are showing as below:
ALOT's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) is not ranked *
in the Hardware industry.
Industry Median: * Ranked among companies with meaningful Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) only.
AstroNova (NAS:ALOT) Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) Explanation
Backlog refers to the quantity and money amount of the product which has been ordered by customers but which has not shipped yet. Each backlog includes the following information: job order number, product number, delivery date, quantity, the order status (i.e. showing that it is now being assembled, or when delivery is being planned).
The backlog reflects the company’s inventory management processing level. We usually consider a low backlog number to be a sign of good inventory management. If the backlog is too big, it can lead to customer frustration and canceled orders. A healthy backlog shows that the product or service of the company is in-demand and seeing steady growth.
AstroNova Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) Related Terms
AstroNova Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) Historical Data
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The historical data trend for AstroNova's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
AstroNova Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) Chart
ALOT vs BGIN, CAN, VELO: Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) Comparison
For the Computer Hardware subindustry, AstroNova's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil), along with its competitors' market caps and Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
What does a Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) of 25.90 mean?
AstroNova (ALOT) has a Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) of 25.90 as of Apr. 2020. Order Backlog for Computer Hardware refers to the quantity and money amount of the product which has been ordered by customers but which has not shipped yet for computer hardware. View historical data on AstroNova and its competitors.
Is AstroNova's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) too high?
AstroNova's current Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) is 25.90. Overall, AstroNova has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AstroNova's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) compare to BGIN and CAN?
AstroNova's Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) of 25.90 can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) for a Hardware company?
A good Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) depends on the Hardware industry context. However, Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) mean?
A high Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Order Backlog for Computer Hardware refers to the quantity and money amount of the product which has been ordered by customers but which has not shipped yet for computer hardware. View historical data on AstroNova and its competitors. AstroNova's current Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) is 25.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AstroNova stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AstroNova (ALOT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.25, compared to a current price of $28.97 — trading 118.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) is 25.90. AstroNova's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) calculated?
Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For AstroNova (ALOT), the current Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil) is 25.90 as of Apr. 2020. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is AstroNova (ALOT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AstroNova stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $28.97 is trading 118.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.25.
GuruFocus considers AstroNova to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ALOT:
Order Backlog for Computer Hardware (USD Mil): 25.90
GF Value™: $13.25 vs. price of $28.97 (118.6% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ALOT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
AstroNova Inc designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes a broad range of specialty printers and data acquisition and analysis systems, including both hardware and software, which incorporate technologies to acquire, store, analyze, and present data in multiple formats sold under the QuickLabel, TrojanLabel and GetLabels brand names. Its target markets for hardware and software products include aerospace, apparel, automotive, avionics, chemicals, computer peripherals, communications, distribution, food and beverage, general manufacturing, packaging, and transportation. It has two segments, Product Identification (PI) and Aerospace. It generates the majority of its revenue from the PI segment that includes specialty printing systems and related supplies.
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