KAI - Kadant Inc.
Kadant operates a razor-and-blades business model, selling capital equipment and recurring aftermarket parts. The company's diverse product lineup is unified by its focus on industrial equipment and consumables. KAI's recurring revenue from aftermarket parts supports margins above 20% and long-term growth potential.
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 2, 2027, at which time he will become executive chairman of the board of directors. Jonathan W. Painter, the Company's current chairman of the board of directors, will cease to serve as a director and the chairman of the board of directors on January 2, 2027.
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.
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.
ALLEN, Texas & SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KNOREX, Ltd. ("KNOREX"; NYSE American: KNRX), a leading provider of AI-driven cross-channel programmatic advertising execution solutions, today announced the launch of KAI Assistsm within its flagship advertising management execution platform, KNOREX XPO. With complete rollout by the end of this month, KAI Assist introduces a conversational, natural language interface designed to streamline end-to-end digital advertising workflows—from campaign creatio.
BlackRock Inc. bought a new stake in Kadant Inc (NYSE: KAI) during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm bought 1,798,699 shares of the industrial products company's stock, valued at approximately $565,205,000. BlackRock Inc. owned approximately 15.23% of Kadant as of its most
Bank of America Corp DE grew its position in shares of Kadant Inc (NYSE: KAI) by 21.6% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 118,248 shares of the industrial products company's stock after buying an additional 21,038 shares
Kadant NYSE: KAI reported record second-quarter revenue, adjusted earnings and EBITDA for 2026, supported by acquisitions, organic growth and continued demand for aftermarket parts and services even as customers delayed some large capital-equipment commitments.
Kadant Inc. (KAI) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Amundi boosted its position in Kadant Inc (NYSE: KAI) by 29.3% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 65,137 shares of the industrial products company's stock after buying an additional 14,760 shares during the period. Amundi
Kadant (KAI) came out with quarterly earnings of $3.42 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.94 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.31 per share a year ago.
WESTFORD, Mass., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported its financial results for the second quarter ended July 4, 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 webcast the next day, Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
Kadant Inc., a global supplier of industrial processing equipment, reported a notable insider sale amid ongoing portfolio adjustments.
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 effective May 21, 2026 through May 21, 2027. Repurchases may be made in public or private transactions, including under Securities Exchange Act Rule 10b-5-1 trading plans. The timing and amount of any repurchases will be at the discretion of Company management and will be based on market conditions and other considerations, including limitations contained in our credit agreement entered into on March 1, 2017, as amended and restated. The Company has not repurchased any shares of its common stock under the $50 million authorization that expired on May 15, 2026.
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 paid on August 13, 2026 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 16, 2026. Future declarations of dividends are subject to Board approval and may be adjusted as business needs or market conditions change.
Kadant Inc. (KAI) Shareholder/Analyst Call Transcript
On May 19, 2026, Kadant Inc (KAI) shares fell 3.4% to a current price of $303.59. The stock is currently trading within a 52-week range of $244.87 to $369.97, r
Kadant NYSE: KAI reported a stronger-than-expected start to fiscal 2026, with management pointing to record bookings, record aftermarket parts revenue and improving capital equipment demand, while also cautioning that geopolitical uncertainty continues to affect the timing of customer projects.
Kadant Inc. (KAI) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript