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Kadant Inc. reports news about its global supply of technologies and engineered systems for Sustainable Industrial Processing®. The company serves process industries with equipment and services used to enhance efficiency, energy utilization, and productivity, including systems for papermaking, recycling, lumber manufacturing, material handling, and related industrial applications.
Recurring updates for KAI include quarterly and annual results, bookings, revenue, margins, cash flow, backlog, acquisition effects, earnings-call materials, and cash dividend declarations. Company announcements also address governance matters and operating performance across product areas such as flow control, industrial processing, and material handling systems.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) increased its quarterly cash dividend to $0.36 per share. The dividend will be paid on May 13, 2026 to stockholders of record at the close of business on April 15, 2026. Future dividends remain subject to Board approval and may change with business needs or market conditions.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) reported Q4 revenue of $286.2M (+11%), GAAP EPS of $2.04, and adjusted EPS of $2.27 (+1%). Adjusted EBITDA was $58.0M (+11%) and operating cash flow rose to $60.8M (+17%).
For fiscal 2025, revenue was $1.052B, adjusted EPS $9.26 (-10%), adjusted EBITDA $216.3M, free cash flow $154.3M (+15%), and bookings hit a record $1.034B. 2026 guidance: revenue $1.160–1.185B, GAAP EPS $10.27–10.62.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) will release its 2025 fourth-quarter and full-year results after market close on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, followed by a live webcast and earnings conference call on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET.
Registration is required for the live Q&A to receive dial-in details and a PIN. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company website through March 20, 2026. The earnings release and presentation will be posted in the Investors section at kadant.com.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) was named one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek for the sixth consecutive year on Feb. 12, 2026. The 2026 award recognizes strong performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives based on public sustainability data and a national consumer survey.
Jeffrey L. Powell, president and CEO, said the designation reflects Kadant's commitment to Sustainable Industrial Processing and to technologies that support customers' efficient, responsible operations.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) agreed to acquire voestalpine BÖHLER Profil, a Austria‑headquartered specialist in tailor‑made special profiles and industrial knives, expected to close in Q1 2026 subject to Austrian regulatory approvals and customary conditions. The business had €51.5 million revenue for year ended March 31, 2025 and ~150 employees. The acquisition will be financed primarily through borrowings under Kadant’s revolving credit facility and the acquired unit will join Kadant’s Industrial Processing segment as Kadant Profil GmbH & Co KG.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share. The dividend is payable on February 5, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 8, 2026. The Board noted that future dividend declarations remain subject to Board approval and may be adjusted based on business needs or market conditions.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) reported third quarter 2025 results for the period ended September 27, 2025. Revenue was $271.6 million (flat year-over-year); gross margin improved 50 basis points to 45.2%. Net income fell 12% to $27.7 million and GAAP EPS declined 12% to $2.35. Adjusted EPS was $2.59, down 9%, and adjusted EBITDA totaled $58.0 million (21.4% of revenue), down 8%.
Operating cash flow was $47.3 million (-10%) and free cash flow was $44.1 million (-9%). Organic revenue decreased 4% (acquisitions +2%, FX +2%).
2025 guidance was updated: revenue $1.036–$1.046 billion (raised), adjusted EPS maintained at $9.05–$9.25, and GAAP EPS revised to $8.52–$8.72. Q4 2025 revenue expected at $270–$280 million.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) will release its 2025 third quarter results after market close on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 and will host a live webcast and conference call on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The company will discuss third quarter financial performance and future expectations.
Investors can join the live call and view the webcast via the Investors section at kadant.com. Participants who wish to ask questions must register to receive a dial-in number and unique PIN. A replay of the webcast will be available on the website through November 28, 2025. The earnings release and webcast presentation will be posted in the Investors section.
Kadant (NYSE: KAI) completed the acquisition of Clyde Industries Holdings for $175 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments. The transaction was primarily financed through borrowings under Kadant’s revolving credit facility.
Clyde Industries reported $92 million revenue for the fiscal year ended February 28, 2025, has ~400 employees, and operations in Brazil, China, Indonesia, Finland and Canada. Clyde will join Kadant’s Industrial Processing reporting segment. A conference call and webcast to discuss the acquisition is scheduled for October 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. ET, with a replay available through November 7, 2025.
Kadant (NYSE:KAI) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share. The dividend will be paid on November 6, 2025, to stockholders of record as of October 9, 2025. The company notes that future dividend declarations will require Board approval and may be adjusted based on business needs or market conditions.