Here's Why Kennametal (KMT) is a Strong Value Stock
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KMT - Kennametal Inc.
Price:
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CONSENSUS:
Hold
DETAILS
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PRICE TARGET:
$36.38
DETAILS
HIGH:
$47.50
LOW:
$30.00
MEDIAN:
$34.00
CONSENSUS:
$36.38
UPSIDE:
16.36%
Stock News
Kennametal to Host Earnings Conference Call & Webcast on First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Results
PITTSBURGH, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) will host its first quarter fiscal year 2027 earnings call on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The press release and presentation will be available on the Company's website before market on November 4.
Kennametal (KMT) is a Top-Ranked Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
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Here's Why You Should Consider Investing in KMT Stock Now
Kennametal's strong segment growth, innovation investments and shareholder returns highlight its momentum, while tungsten-related working capital weighs on repurchases.
KMT or CNM: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors looking for stocks in the Manufacturing - Tools & Related Products sector might want to consider either Kennametal (KMT) or Core & Main (CNM). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
Should Value Investors Buy Kennametal (KMT) Stock?
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Kennametal Isn't Expensive Enough For A Downgrade
Kennametal remains rated 'buy' due to strong revenue and profitability growth, despite recent underperformance versus the S&P 500. KMT's end-market exposure—especially aerospace, defense, and energy—continues to drive robust organic growth and margin expansion. Shares are deeply undervalued, trading at low single-digit multiples and with a net leverage ratio of only 1, compared to peers.
KMT vs. LECO: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Investors interested in Manufacturing - Tools & Related Products stocks are likely familiar with Kennametal (KMT) and Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
Are Investors Undervaluing Kennametal (KMT) Right Now?
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Kennametal Introduces Exclusive Additive Tungsten Carbide Grade Enabling Next-Generation Metal Cutting Tools
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) today announced a breakthrough in additive manufacturing that enables the rapid production of custom carbide hole-finishing tools with advanced features such as optimized cooling channels and complex geometries.The new technology, KAF82 TM, is the first additive manufacturing fully dense tungsten carbide grade of its kind to be commercialized at scale and with proven performance for metal-cutting applications, made possible by Kennametal's decades of expertise in powder metallurgy and sintering.
Kennametal Inc (KMT) Stock Up 5.4% and Still Undervalued -- GF Score: 87/100
On September 04, 2026, Kennametal Inc (KMT) shares rose by 5.4%, bringing the current price to $31.02. This price movement comes in the context of a 52-week ran
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BlackRock Inc. Takes Position in Kennametal Inc. $KMT
BlackRock Inc. acquired a new stake in Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) during the second quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor acquired 12,566,208 shares of the industrial products company's stock, valued at approximately $440,446,000. BlackRock Inc. owned about 16.49% of Kennametal as of
Deutsche Bank AG Makes New $9.17 Million Investment in Kennametal Inc. $KMT
Deutsche Bank AG acquired a new position in shares of Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) during the undefined quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 261,524 shares of the industrial products company's stock, valued at approximately $9,166,000. Deutsche Bank AG owned approximately 0.34% of Kennametal at the
Kennametal Names Dawne Hickton and Richard Harshman to its Board of Directors
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) today announced the election of Dawne S. Hickton and Richard J.
Kennametal Inc (KMT) Stock Down 4.3% but Still Overvalued -- GF Score: 75/100
On August 11, 2026, Kennametal Inc (KMT) shares fell 4.3% to a current price of $30.24, marking a significant decline over the past week and month. The stock ha
Kennametal Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
Kennametal NYSE: KMT reported sharply higher fourth-quarter and fiscal 2026 earnings, citing pricing actions tied to elevated tungsten costs, modest volume improvement, restructuring savings and stronger conditions in several industrial end markets.
Price Targets
Kennametal price target lowered to $30 from $34 at DA Davidson
$30.00
(was $31.08)
D.A. Davidson
Kennametal price target lowered to $35 from $39 at UBS
$35.00
(was $32.21)
UBS
Kennametal initiated with a Neutral at DA Davidson
$34.00
(was $35.55)
Chris Dankert
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D.A. Davidson
Barclays Downgrades Kennametal (KMT) to Underweight
$33.00
(was $36.94)
Julian Mitchell
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Barclays
Kennametal downgraded to Hold from Buy at Jefferies
$47.50
(was $43.27)
Jefferies
Kennametal price target raised to $40 from $28 at Barclays
$40.00
(was $40.32)
Barclays
Kennametal price target raised to $32 from $28 at Goldman Sachs
$32.00
(was $40.44)
Goldman Sachs
Kennametal price target raised to $39 from $32 at UBS
$39.00
(was $38.35)
UBS
Kennametal price target raised to $28 from $25 at Goldman Sachs
$28.00
(was $34.44)
Joe Ritchie
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Goldman Sachs
Kennametal upgraded to Buy from Hold at Jefferies
$40.00
(was $30.72)
Stephen Volkmann
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Jefferies
Kennametal price target raised to $32 from $28 at UBS
$32.00
(was $30.66)
UBS
Kennametal price target raised to $29 from $27 at Morgan Stanley
$29.00
(was $31.05)
Morgan Stanley
Kennametal price target lowered to $25 from $27 at Barclays
$25.00
(was $22.42)
Julian Mitchell
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Barclays
BofA Securities Downgrades Kennametal (KMT) to Underperform
$26.00
(was $26.15)
Mike Feniger
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Bank of America Securities
Kennametal price target lowered to $24 from $25 at Barclays
$24.00
(was $22.54)
Julian Mitchell
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Barclays
Kennametal (KMT) PT Lowered to $22 at Loop Capital
$22.00
(was $23.54)
Chris Dankert
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Loop Capital Markets
Kennametal (KMT) PT Raised to $24 at Loop Capital
$24.00
(was $25.57)
Chris Dankert
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Loop Capital Markets
JP Morgan Maintains Underweight on Kennametal, Raises Price Target to $26
$26.00
(was $29.08)
J.P. Morgan
Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Kennametal, Raises Price Target to $27
$27.00
(was $29.08)
Barclays
Goldman Sachs Maintains Sell on Kennametal, Raises Price Target to $26
$26.00
(was $24.44)
Goldman Sachs