Current Assets

Cash & Equivalents

Astera Labs, Inc. Cash & Equivalents decreased by 11.5% to $148.36M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 70.5%, from $86.99M to $148.36M. Over 3 years (FY 2022 to FY 2025), Cash & Equivalents shows an upward trend with a 30.1% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionCurrent Assets
CategoryLiquidity
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ3 2013
Last reportedQ4 2025

How to read this metric

An increase signals improved liquidity and financial flexibility, while a decrease may indicate heavy capital expenditure, debt repayment, or aggressive share buybacks.

Detailed definition

Represents the most liquid assets on the balance sheet, including physical currency and short-term investments with matu...

Peer comparison

Large-cap technology peers often maintain high cash balances to fund rapid innovation and offset the cyclical nature of consumer electronics.

Metric ID: cash_and_equivalents

Historical Data

14 periods
 Q4 '22Q1 '23Q2 '23Q3 '23Q4 '23Q1 '24Q2 '24Q3 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26
Value$76.09M$107.60M$93.68M$37.72M$45.10M$696.08M$421.08M$126.12M$80.04M$86.99M$163.40M$141.48M$167.68M$148.36M
QoQ Change+41.4%-12.9%-59.7%+19.6%>999%-39.5%-70.0%-36.5%+8.7%+87.8%-13.4%+18.5%-11.5%
YoY Change-40.7%+546.9%+349.5%+234.3%+77.5%-87.5%-61.2%+12.2%+109.5%+70.5%
Range$37.72M$696.08M
CAGR+22.8%
Avg YoY Growth+121.1%
Median YoY Growth+74.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Astera Labs, Inc.'s cash & equivalents?
Astera Labs, Inc. (ALAB) reported cash & equivalents of $148.36M in Q1 2026.
How has Astera Labs, Inc.'s cash & equivalents changed year-over-year?
Astera Labs, Inc.'s cash & equivalents increased by 70.5% year-over-year, from $86.99M to $148.36M.
What is the long-term trend for Astera Labs, Inc.'s cash & equivalents?
Over 3 years (2022 to 2025), Astera Labs, Inc.'s cash & equivalents has grown at a 30.1% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $76.09M to $167.68M.
What does cash & equivalents mean?
Money in the bank and very short-term investments that can be turned into cash almost instantly.