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Kadant (NYSE: KAI) director gains 129 shares from RSU vesting

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Kadant Inc. director Jonathan W. Painter reported a compensation-related share acquisition. On April 4, 2026, a restricted stock unit award partially vested, and he received 129 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $0.00 per share.

After this vesting, he directly holds 8,877 common shares and reports an additional 3 shares held indirectly by his son. According to the award agreement, the remaining units are scheduled to vest in equal installments on the last day of each of Kadant’s fiscal quarters in 2026, provided he continues to serve as a director.

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Insider Painter Jonathan W
Role Director
Type Security Shares Price Value
Exercise Restricted Stock Unit 129 $0.00 --
Exercise Common Stock 129 $0.00 --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Unit — 384 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 8,877 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 3 shares (Indirect, By Son)
Footnotes (1)
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RSU shares vested 129 shares Partial vesting on April 4, 2026
Exercise price $0.00 per share Conversion of restricted stock units to common stock
Direct holdings after vesting 8,877 shares Common stock held directly after April 4, 2026 transaction
Indirect holdings 3 shares Common stock held indirectly by son
RSU underlying shares 129 shares Underlying common stock for vested restricted stock units
RSU expiration date January 31, 2027 Stated expiration for restricted stock unit award
Restricted Stock Unit financial
"Represents partial vesting of a restricted stock unit award on April 4, 2026"
A restricted stock unit is a promise from a company to give an employee shares of stock after certain conditions are met, like staying with the company for a set amount of time. It’s like earning a bonus that turns into company stock once you’ve proven your commitment, making it a way to motivate and reward employees.
Exercise or conversion of derivative security financial
"transaction code description: Exercise or conversion of derivative security"
Common Stock financial
"underlying security title: Common Stock"
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
Indirect ownership financial
"total shares following transaction: 3.0000, nature of ownership: By Son"
Director financial
"provided the recipient continues to serve as a director of the Issuer"
Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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OMB Number:3235-0287
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Painter Jonathan W
(Last)(First)(Middle)
KADANT INC.
ONE TECHNOLOGY PARK DRIVE
(Street)
WESTFORD MASSACHUSETTS 01886
(City)(State)(Zip)
UNITED STATES
(Country)		2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
KADANT INC [ KAI ] 		5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/04/2026		6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock04/04/2026M129A(1)8,877D
Common Stock3IBy Son
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Unit$004/04/2026M129 (1)01/31/2027Common Stock129$0384D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Represents partial vesting of a restricted stock unit award on April 4, 2026 and delivery of shares of the reporting person pursuant to the terms of a restricted stock unit award agreement dated March 11, 2026. The remainder of the shares vest in equal installments on the last day of each of the Issuer's fiscal quarters in 2026 provided the recipient continues to serve as a director of the Issuer.
Remarks:
/s/ Stacy D. Krause, by power of attorney04/06/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Kadant (KAI) director Jonathan Painter report in this Form 4?

Director Jonathan W. Painter reported a partial vesting of restricted stock units, resulting in the acquisition of 129 shares of Kadant common stock. The vesting reflects routine director compensation under a previously granted award agreement dated March 11, 2026, rather than an open-market stock purchase.

How many Kadant (KAI) shares did Jonathan Painter acquire through RSU vesting?

Jonathan W. Painter acquired 129 shares of Kadant common stock upon partial vesting of a restricted stock unit award on April 4, 2026. These shares were delivered pursuant to the terms of his RSU agreement as part of his ongoing director compensation package.

What are Jonathan Painter’s Kadant (KAI) holdings after this Form 4 transaction?

Following the reported vesting, Jonathan W. Painter directly holds 8,877 shares of Kadant common stock. He also reports 3 additional shares held indirectly by his son, reflecting a small indirect ownership position alongside his primary direct shareholdings in the company.

Were the Kadant (KAI) RSUs exercised at a cash cost to Jonathan Painter?

No cash outlay was reported. The restricted stock units were converted into 129 shares at an exercise price of $0.00 per share. This indicates the shares were delivered as equity compensation under the award’s terms, not purchased on the open market.

How will the remaining Kadant (KAI) restricted stock units vest for Jonathan Painter?

The filing notes that remaining restricted stock units will vest in equal installments on the last day of each of Kadant’s fiscal quarters in 2026. This future vesting is conditioned on Painter’s continued service as a director throughout the vesting period.

Does this Kadant (KAI) Form 4 show any open-market stock sales or purchases?

The reported activity reflects restricted stock unit vesting, not open-market trades. Shares were delivered at $0.00 per share as part of director compensation. No open-market buying or selling transactions are indicated in the provided Form 4 data.