Loading stock data…
Kadant Inc (KAI)
$313.77-10.77 (-3.32%)
Market ClosedLast close Jun 29
Kadant Inc.
Historical Price
Price (Candle)
50-Day SMA
200-Day SMA
Whystock Brain
The Narrative
Kadant Inc. in the Industrials sector is trading at $313.77 with a market capitalization of $3.5B. Wall Street consensus targets $342.00 (3 analysts), implying a +9.0% move over the next 12 months. The stock is currently 15% below its 52-week high of $369.97, remaining 2.9% above its 200-day moving average. On fundamentals, Piotroski 6/9 shows mixed financial quality, Altman Z in the safe zone. The Whystock Score of 100/100 reflects bullish alignment across trend, valuation and analyst targets.
Ecosystem Influences
Sell-side targets imply +9.0% upside over 12 months
Long-term trend bullish (price vs 200-day SMA)
Macro-economic sensitivity to interest rate and inflation shifts
Quarterly Financials
| Metric (USD) | Q1 2026 | Q4 2025 | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue | $281.50M↓ | $286.20M↑ | $271.57M↑ | $255.27M↑ | $239.21M |
| Gross Profit | $126.70M↑ | $125.69M↑ | $122.66M↑ | $117.04M↑ | $110.33M |
| Operating Income | $40.11M↓ | $41.02M↓ | $42.62M↑ | $39.38M↑ | $35.59M |
| Net Income | $25.51M↑ | $24.02M↓ | $27.72M↑ | $26.16M↑ | $24.06M |
Peer Comparison
Fundamentals
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 s...
Market Cap
Total dollar market value of a company's outstanding shares of stock (Price * Shares).
$3.51B
P/E Ratio
Priced for growth. Investors expect sustained double-digit expansion.
-
Beta
High-beta play. Expect amplified moves vs. the broad market.
-
Div Yield
Low to zero yield. Return is entirely dependent on price appreciation.
0.44%
ROE
Average efficiency. Growth may require heavy reinvestment.
10.39%
Volume
Today's trading volume
151,414
Recent News
Kadant VP Sells $451,000 in Stock — Is KAI Worth Watching?
Kadant Inc., a global supplier of industrial processing equipment, reported a notable insider sale amid ongoing portfolio adjustments.
3 Reasons to Sell KAI and 1 Stock to Buy Instead
Kadant trades at $311.98 and has moved in lockstep with the market. Its shares have returned 7.2% over the last six months while the S&P 500 has gained 11%.
1 Russell 2000 Stock for Long-Term Investors and 2 Facing Challenges
The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on. However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.
3 Cash-Producing Stocks We’re Skeptical Of
A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner. Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.
New Buyback And Dividend Plan Could Be A Game Changer For Kadant (KAI)
Kadant Inc. recently announced that its Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program of up to US$50 million through May 21, 2027, while also declaring a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.36 per share payable on August 13, 2026. This combination of buybacks and cash dividends highlights management’s current focus on returning capital to shareholders alongside ongoing reinvestment in the business. With this fresh US$50 million repurchase authorization in place, we’ll now examine...