Kadant Inc. (KAI)
| Market Cap | 3.53B -6.4% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 1.15B +12.5% |
| Net Income | 109.72M +3.7% |
| EPS | 9.30 +3.6% |
| Shares Out | 11.81M |
| PE Ratio | 32.12 |
| Forward PE | 23.56 |
| Dividend | $1.44 (0.48%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 16, 2026 |
| Volume | 62,092 |
| Open | 295.89 |
| Previous Close | 297.56 |
| Day's Range | 291.34 - 299.42 |
| 52-Week Range | 244.87 - 354.07 |
| Beta | 1.17 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 361.67 (+21.06%) |
| Earnings Date | Aug 4, 2026 |
About KAI
Kadant Inc. supplies technologies and engineered systems worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Flow Control, Industrial Processing, and Material Handling. The Flow Control segment develops, manufactures, and markets fluid-handling systems, equipment, and integrated technologies, such as rotary joints, syphons, Turbulator bars, expansion joints, and engineered steam and condensate systems, as well as doctor systems and holders, doctor blades, cleaning showers and fabric-conditioning systems, forming systems and wear surfaces, a... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In fiscal year 2025, Kadant's revenue was $1.05 billion, a decrease of -0.11% compared to the previous year's $1.05 billion. Earnings were $101.97 million, a decrease of -8.63%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 4 analysts, the average rating for KAI stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $361.67, which is an increase of 21.06% from the latest price.
News
Kadant price target raised to $335 from $306 at DA Davidson
DA Davidson analyst Kurt Yinger raised the firm’s price target on Kadant (KAI) to $335 from $306 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.
Kadant Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026
Record Q2 2026 results featured 23% revenue growth, record EBITDA and EPS, and strong cash flow, driven by robust aftermarket demand and recent acquisitions. Guidance for 2026 was raised, though caution remains due to geopolitical and capital project timing uncertainties.
Kadant Earnings release: Q2 2026
Kadant released its Q2 2026 earnings on August 5, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Kadant Slides: Q2 2026
Kadant has posted slides in relation to its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on August 5, 2026.
Kadant Quarterly report: Q2 2026
Kadant has published its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report on August 5, 2026.
Kadant narrows FY26 adjusted EPS view to $12.43-$12.68 from $12.33-$12.68
Consensus $11.87. Raises FY26 revenue view to $1.19B-$1.21B from $1.178B-$1.203B, consensus $1.19B
Kadant reports Q2 adjusted EPS $3.42, consensus $2.77
Reports Q2 revenue $313M, consensus $299.33M. “Our second-quarter results reflect solid execution across our businesses and robust demand for our aftermarket parts and services, resulting in record re...
Kadant sees Q3 adjusted EPS $2.90-$3.00, consensus $3.37
Sees Q3 revenue $297M-$307M, consensus $311.98M
Kadant Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results
WESTFORD, Mass., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported its financial results for the second quarter ended July 4, 2026.
Kadant to Hold Earnings Conference Call on Wednesday, August 5, 2026
WESTFORD, Mass., July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced it will release its 2026 second quarter results after the market closes on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 and will hold a ...
Kadant announces $50M share repurchase program
Kadant (KAI) announced that its board of directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $50M of its equity securities effective May 21 through May 21, 2027. The company has…
Kadant Authorizes Share Repurchase
WESTFORD, Mass., May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $50 million of its equity securities effect...
Kadant Declares Cash Dividend
WESTFORD, Mass., May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend to stockholders of $0.36 per share to be pa...
Kadant Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
Q1 2026 saw record bookings, strong aftermarket parts revenue, and 18% revenue growth, with adjusted EPS up 14% and guidance raised for the year. Acquisitions fueled growth, though Kadant Profil will be short-term dilutive. Geopolitical risks and energy prices continue to impact capital project timing.
Kadant Earnings release: Q1 2026
Kadant released its Q1 2026 earnings on May 6, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Kadant Slides: Q1 2026
Kadant has posted slides in relation to its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on May 6, 2026.
Kadant Quarterly report: Q1 2026
Kadant has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on May 6, 2026.
Kadant Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
WESTFORD, Mass., May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported its financial results for the first quarter ended April 4, 2026.
Kadant to Hold Earnings Conference Call on Wednesday, May 6, 2026
WESTFORD, Mass., April 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced it will release its 2026 first quarter results after the market closes on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 and will hold a web...
Kadant Completes Acquisition of voestalpine BÖHLER Profil
WESTFORD, Mass., April 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) has completed its previously announced acquisition of voestalpine BÖHLER Profil GmbH & Co KG and voestalpine BÖHLER Profil V...
Kadant Proxy statement: Proxy filing
Kadant filed a proxy statement on April 1, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.
Kadant Proxy statement: Proxy filing
Kadant filed a proxy statement on April 1, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.
Kadant Slides: Investor presentation
Kadant has posted slides in relation to its latest quarterly earnings report, which was published on March 16, 2026.
Kadant price target raised to $303 from $295 at DA Davidson
DA Davidson raised the firm’s price target on Kadant (KAI) to $303 from $295 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The company continues to deliver surprisingly resilient performance…
Kadant Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025
Record Q4 and full-year revenue driven by acquisitions and strong aftermarket parts sales, with robust cash flow and improving margins. 2026 guidance is optimistic, with upside potential if delayed capital projects are booked, and a new EPS calculation method enhances comparability.