Kadant Inc. (KAI)

Kadant Inc.'s stock has trended down by 6.75% in the past six months, and experienced an 18.64% decline from January 3, 2025, to January 2, 2026. The 52-week range for KAI stock has been between $244.87 and $409.73. Key events include Q3 2025 earnings surpassing expectations with $2.59 EPS, the acquisition of Clyde Industries for $175 million, Q2 2025 sales beating estimates but revenue guidance missing expectations, Q1 2025 seeing steady aftermarket parts demand offsetting weaker capital equipment sales due to economic uncertainty, and a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share approved on November 13, 2025.

Demand for Kadant Inc.'s products is influenced by economic conditions, with weaker capital equipment sales in Q1 2025 due to macroeconomic headwinds and tariffs. The company anticipated strengthening demand for capital equipment in 2025, particularly in its wood processing product line. Aftermarket parts have shown steady demand, providing a consistent revenue stream.

Kadant Inc. is a global supplier of engineered systems and technologies for process industries, operating in the Industrials sector. The company is structured into three segments: Flow Control, which manages fluid flow in industries like paper and energy; Industrial Processing, which provides equipment for processing wood and fibers for industries like packaging and wood products; and Material Handling, which offers equipment for handling materials in sectors like mining and waste management. Kadant's products enhance efficiency, optimize energy utilization, and maximize productivity, supporting customers' sustainability initiatives.

Kadant Inc. has a global presence with subsidiaries and distribution partners across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company's headquarters are located in Westford, Massachusetts, United States.

Kadant Inc. has received positive recognition for its sustainability efforts, including being named one of "America's Greatest Companies 2025" by Newsweek Magazine in August 2025.

Kadant Inc. has a diverse ownership structure, with approximately 69.99% of the stock held by institutional investors such as BlackRock, Vanguard Group, and State Street Corp. Individual investors and public companies own about 28.95% of the stock, while insiders hold approximately 1.06%.