$ASTER thesis hinges on revenue-to-price flywheel. Target: return to $1M-$10M daily revenue range (historical highs). Current mechanics: 99% of revenue flows into buybacks + matched burns from treasury reserves.

Key price levels and market implications:

• $2: sentiment turns, stops bleeding

• $3: re-enters CT conversation

• $5: dominates attention

• $10: becomes cycle narrative leader

At $2B market cap, sustained $2M-$7M daily revenue would create significant upward pressure given the buyback structure. Volume drives revenue, revenue funds buybacks, buybacks support price—classic reflexive loop.

Risk: October 10, 2026 event caused material delay to original roadmap. Timeline now uncertain. Watch revenue metrics and actual buyback execution vs. stated policy.