Kadant Inc. (KAI)

NYSE: KAI · Real-Time Price · USD
309.55
-6.72 (-2.12%)
At close: Apr 28, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
309.55
0.00 (0.00%)
After-hours: Apr 28, 2026, 4:10 PM EDT
-2.12%
Market Cap 3.66B
Revenue (ttm) 1.05B
Net Income (ttm) 101.97M
Shares Out 11.81M
EPS (ttm) 8.65
PE Ratio 35.80
Forward PE 26.75
Dividend $1.36 (0.44%)
Ex-Dividend Date Apr 15, 2026
Volume 167,025
Open 316.03
Previous Close 316.27
Day's Range 309.32 - 318.87
52-Week Range 244.87 - 369.97
Beta 1.25
Analysts Buy
Price Target 337.50 (+8.91%)
Earnings Date May 12, 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]

Sector Industrials
Founded 1991
Employees 3,900
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol KAI
Full Company Profile

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 Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 2 analysts, the average rating for KAI stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $337.5, which is an increase of 8.91% from the latest price.

Price Target
$337.5
(8.91% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Kadant Declares Cash Dividend

WESTFORD, Mass., March 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that its Board of Directors increased its quarterly cash dividend to stockholders to $0.36 per share to be p...

6 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

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.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Kadant Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Results

WESTFORD, Mass., Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 3, 2026.

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant to Hold Earnings Conference Call on Thursday, February 19, 2026

WESTFORD, Mass., Feb. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced it will release its 2025 fourth quarter and full-year results after the market closes on Wednesday, February 18, 20...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Named One of America's Most Responsible Companies for Sixth Consecutive Year

WESTFORD, Mass., Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that it was named one of “America's Most Responsible Companies” by Newsweek magazine for the sixth consecutiv...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Transcript: M&A announcement

The acquisition secures a critical supplier with patented manufacturing processes, enhancing margin potential and reducing supply chain risk. While short-term dilution is expected due to inventory and accounting effects, long-term benefits include improved margins, global market expansion, and strengthened strategic focus on consumables.

3 months ago - Transcripts

Kadant to Acquire voestalpine BÖHLER Profil

WESTFORD, Mass., Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire voestalpine BÖHLER Profil GmbH & Co KG (“voestalpine BÖHLER Profil”). The ...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025

Record aftermarket parts revenue and strong cash flow offset weak capital equipment demand in Q3 2025. Revenue guidance for 2025 was raised, with acquisitions expected to contribute, but capital project delays and trade uncertainties persist.

6 months ago - Transcripts

Kadant Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results

WESTFORD, Mass., Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 27, 2025.

6 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant to Hold Earnings Conference Call on Wednesday, October 29, 2025

WESTFORD, Mass., Oct. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced it will release its 2025 third quarter results after the market closes on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 and will hold a...

6 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Stock Breaks Down, Weakness Likely To Persist

Kadant Inc. (NYSE:KAI) is currently in Phase 8 of its 18-phase Adhishthana cycle on the weekly chart, and the outlook isn't encouraging. The stock recently broke below its Cakra structure, signaling p...

7 months ago - Benzinga

Kadant Transcript: M&A Announcement

The acquisition brings a market leader in boiler cleaning technology with strong recurring revenue and global reach. Financially, the deal is slightly dilutive to GAAP EPS short-term but accretive on an adjusted basis, with robust free cash flow expected. Growth will be driven by aftermarket sales and integration into a global network.

7 months ago - Transcripts

Kadant Acquires Clyde Industries

WESTFORD, Mass., Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Clyde Industries Holdings, Inc. and affiliates (“Clyde Industries”) ...

7 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Named to Newsweek's List of America's Greatest Companies 2025

WESTFORD, Mass., Aug. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today it was recently named one of "America's Greatest Companies 2025" by Newsweek magazine. The award recognizes 6...

8 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2025

Aftermarket parts demand and capital equipment orders remained strong, driving record gross margins and cash flow, despite a year-over-year revenue decline. Backlog and bookings improved, and guidance for 2025 was maintained amid ongoing tariff and trade uncertainties.

9 months ago - Transcripts

Kadant Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results

WESTFORD, Mass., July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported its financial results for the second quarter ended June 28, 2025.

9 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant to Hold Earnings Conference Call on Wednesday, July 30, 2025

WESTFORD, Mass., July 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced it will release its 2025 second quarter results after the market closes on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 and will hold a w...

9 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Awarded $18 Million in Orders for Wood Processing Systems

WESTFORD, Mass., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced it received orders with a combined value of $18 million from three lumber producers in North America and Europe sinc...

11 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Authorizes Share Repurchase

WESTFORD, Mass., May 15, 2025 (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...

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2025

First quarter 2025 saw strong aftermarket parts demand and record gross margin, but revenue declined 4% year-over-year due to weak capital shipments. Tariffs and trade uncertainty delayed capital orders, prompting a downward revision to full-year guidance, though free cash flow and financial health remain solid.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Kadant Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

WESTFORD, Mass., April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2025.

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant to Hold Earnings Conference Call on Wednesday, April 30, 2025

WESTFORD, Mass., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced it will release its 2025 first quarter results after the market closes on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 and will hold a ...

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

Kadant Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600

NEW YORK , Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) will replace Inari Medical Inc. (NASD: NARI) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, February 1...

Other symbols: SYK
1 year ago - PRNewsWire

Kadant Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2024

Q4 and full year 2024 delivered record revenue and adjusted EPS, driven by acquisitions and strong aftermarket parts demand. 2025 guidance anticipates modest organic growth, with a stronger second half as capital bookings recover, though FX and tariffs pose headwinds.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Kadant Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Results

WESTFORD, Mass., Feb. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 28, 2024.

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire