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52W H: 354.0752W L: 244.87Beta: 1.22

About Kadant Inc

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 52-week range for KAI?

The 52-week high is $354.07 and the 52-week low is $244.87.

What is the P/E ratio for KAI?

The Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio is 30.49.

What is the dividend yield for KAI?

The indicated annual dividend yield is 0.44%.

What is the Return on Equity (ROE)?

The trailing twelve months (TTM) Return on Equity is 10.74%.

What is the Net Profit Margin?

The Net Profit Margin (TTM) is 9.45%.

What is the Price to Book (P/B) Ratio?

The annual Price to Book ratio stands at 3.56.

Analyst Recommendation Trends

Wall Street analyst consensus for KAI over the last few months:

2026-09-01
Buy: 2
S.Buy: 3
Hold: 3
Sell: 0
2026-08-01
Buy: 2
S.Buy: 3
Hold: 3
Sell: 0
2026-07-01
Buy: 2
S.Buy: 3
Hold: 3
Sell: 0
2026-06-01
Buy: 2
S.Buy: 3
Hold: 3
Sell: 0

Latest KAI News

Kadant: Razor-And-Blades Model Behind EBITDA At Its New High

Kadant operates a razor-and-blades business model, selling capital equipment and recurring aftermarket parts. See why I rate KAI stock a Buy now.

SeekingAlpha9/27/2026

Why Is Kadant (KAI) Handing the Keys to a 13-Year Insider?

Kadant Inc. (NYSE:KAI) has built a track record of compounding shareholder value, underpinned by multi-year revenue growth, robust operating cash flow generation, and high free cash flow conversion. Supported by a healthy balance sheet and a strong return on invested capital/ROIC, the core equity thesis centers on Kadant as a high-quality industrial compounder whose recurring, […]

Yahoo9/25/2026

How Kadant’s (KAI) CEO Succession and Dividend Move Has Changed Its Investment Story

Kadant Inc. has announced a board-approved leadership succession plan under which senior vice president Michael C. Colwell will become president and chief operating officer on October 1, 2026, and chief executive officer and director on January 2, 2027, while current CEO Jeffrey L. Powell will shift to executive chairman and later non-executive chairman. Alongside this orderly transition, the board affirmed a quarterly dividend of US$0.36 per share, highlighting an emphasis on continuity in...

Yahoo9/23/2026

3 Profitable Stocks We Approach with Caution

Even if a company is profitable, it doesn’t always mean it’s a great investment. Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.

Yahoo9/21/2026

1 Volatile Stock with Solid Fundamentals and 2 Facing Challenges

Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains. This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.

Yahoo9/18/2026

Q2 Earnings Outperformers: Kadant (NYSE:KAI) And The Rest Of The General Industrial Machinery Stocks

Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company’s progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Kadant (NYSE:KAI) and the best and worst performers in the general industrial machinery industry.

Yahoo9/15/2026

Why Kadant (KAI) Shares Are Trading Lower Today

Shares of industrial equipment manufacturer Kadant (NYSE:KAI) fell 4.4% in the afternoon session after the company announced an executive succession plan outlining the upcoming transition and retirement of President and Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey L. Powell.

Yahoo9/12/2026

Kadant Announces CEO Succession Plan

WESTFORD, Mass., Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) today announced that Michael C. Colwell will be appointed president and chief operating officer effective October 1, 2026 and president, chief executive officer and a director effective January 2, 2027, as part of a succession plan adopted by the board of directors. As part of the succession plan, Jeffrey L. Powell will continue to serve as president through September 30, 2026, and chief executive officer through January

Yahoo9/10/2026

Kadant Declares Cash Dividend

WESTFORD, Mass., Sept. 10, 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 paid on November 12, 2026 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 15, 2026. Future declarations of dividends are subject to Board approval and may be adjusted as business needs or market conditions change. About KadantKadant Inc. is a global supplier of technologies and engi

Yahoo9/10/2026

Kadant Appoints Michael C. Colwell President, COO, Effective Oct. 1 And President, CEO, Effective Jan. 2, 2027

Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) today announced that Michael C. Colwell will be appointed president and chief operating officer effective October 1, 2026 and president, chief executive officer and a director effective January

Benzinga9/10/2026

Kadant Named to Newsweek's List of America's Greatest Companies 2026

WESTFORD, Mass., Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) has been named to Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Companies 2026, recognizing organizations that excel in financial performance, workplace culture, innovation, and sustainability. "It is an honor to be named as one of America’s Greatest Companies," said Jeffrey L. Powell, president and chief executive officer of Kadant. "This designation reflects our focus on delivering value to our customers, creating opportunitie

Yahoo9/8/2026

2 of Wall Street’s Favorite Stocks with Exciting Potential and 1 We Question

Wall Street is overwhelmingly bullish on the stocks in this article, with price targets suggesting significant upside potential. However, it’s worth remembering that analysts rarely issue sell ratings, partly because their firms often seek other business from the same companies they cover.

Yahoo9/4/2026

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