Kadant Stock Price, News & Analysis

Kadant Inc. (KAI) reported robust financial results for Q1 2022, with bookings up 30% to $266 million and revenue increasing 31% to $226 million. Operating cash flow rose 24% to $24 million, while net income surged 149% to $41 million, driven by a $15 million gain from a facility sale. Adjusted diluted EPS rose 49% to $2.28. The backlog reached a record $348 million, prompting management to raise 2022 revenue guidance to $885-$905 million from $870-$890 million and GAAP diluted EPS guidance to $10.05-$10.25 from $8.50-$8.70.

Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) will announce its 2022 first quarter results after the market closes on May 3, 2022. A webcast discussing the financial performance and future expectations will follow on May 4, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access the call through the Company’s website. Kadant specializes in technologies that enhance efficiency and sustainability in industrial processing, employing around 3,000 people across 20 countries.

Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced the expansion of its board from six to seven members with the appointment of Rebecca Martinez O’Mara, effective May 1, 2022. Ms. O’Mara brings extensive experience from her roles at Stanley Black & Decker, Grundfos, and Sullair. The company anticipates her background in industrial manufacturing and sustainability will enhance board capabilities. Concurrently, Dr. William P. Tully will resign from the board on January 1, 2023, reducing the board size back to six members. Tully has served since 2010, and the company appreciates his contributions.

Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) has announced an increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.26 per share. This dividend will be payable on May 11, 2022, to stockholders of record by the close of business on April 13, 2022. The increase reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders, though future dividends remain subject to Board approval and may be adjusted according to market conditions.

Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) reported record financial results for Q4 2021, with revenue up 30% to $219 million and GAAP EPS rising 48% to $2.07. Operating cash flow reached $61 million, a 51% increase, while free cash flow was $56 million, up 47%. For the full year, revenue grew 24% to $787 million, with GAAP diluted EPS increasing 51% to $7.21. The company achieved a record backlog of $310 million, indicating strong demand. Despite challenges from supply chain issues, Kadant remains optimistic about 2022, projecting EPS of $8.50 to $8.70 on revenue of $870 to $890 million.

Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) will announce its fourth quarter and full-year 2021 results on February 16, 2022, after market close. A webcast discussing the financial performance and future outlook will be held on February 17, 2022, at 11:00 AM ET. Investors can listen live by visiting the company’s website. A replay will be available until March 18, 2022. Kadant operates globally, supplying critical components and engineered systems for process industries, enhancing efficiency and productivity.