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Kadant Inc (KAI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/23/2025: KAI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $343.33
1 Year Target Price $343.33
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 6.48% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/23/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.46B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 32.58 | 1Y Target Price 343.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio 32.58 | 1Y Target Price 343.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 1.22 | 52 Weeks Range 270.73 - 428.12 | Updated Date 10/23/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 270.73 - 428.12 | Updated Date 10/23/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.45% | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.99 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 10.34% | Operating Margin (TTM) 15.79% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.05% | Return on Equity (TTM) 12.2% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 32.58 | Forward PE 29.24 | Enterprise Value 3666820406 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.38 |
Enterprise Value 3666820406 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.38 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.58 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.24 | Shares Outstanding 11777467 | Shares Floating 11647562 |
Shares Outstanding 11777467 | Shares Floating 11647562 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.86 | Percent Institutions 120.02 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Kadant Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Kadant Inc. was founded in 1991 as a spin-off from Thermo Electron Corporation. Initially focused on paper recycling equipment, it has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion into a global supplier of engineered systems serving industries including paper, tissue, corrugate, metals, and other process industries.
Core Business Areas
- Flow Control Systems: Designs, manufactures, and markets fluid handling systems and equipment, including rotary joints, doctoring systems, cleaning systems, and filtration systems.
- Industrial Processing: Develops, manufactures, and markets equipment and systems used in the production of paper, paperboard, corrugated packaging, wood products, and other industrial applications, including stock-preparation systems, fiber-processing systems, and screening systems.
Leadership and Structure
Kadant is led by Jeffrey L. Powell, President and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with global business units focused on specific industries and product lines.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Doctoring Systems: Doctoring systems are used to remove water and contaminants from paper and other materials. While exact market share is unavailable, Kadant is a leading provider in this space. Competitors include AstenJohnson and Valmet.
- Fluid Handling Systems: Fluid handling systems manage the flow of liquids and gases in industrial processes. Kadant is a major supplier in this sector but a precise market share for fluid handling systems is unavailable. Competitors include Flowserve, John Crane, and ITT Inc.
- Revenue: unavailable
- Stock Preparation Systems: Stock preparation systems prepare pulp for papermaking. Competitors include Valmet and Andritz.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries Kadant serves, like paper and packaging, are cyclical but also driven by underlying demand for sustainable packaging and industrial efficiency. These industries are constantly seeking improvements in processes for more efficient means of manufacturing. There is also a high growth sector in recycling facilities.
Positioning
Kadant is a well-established player with a reputation for quality and innovation in its niche markets. Its competitive advantages include its broad product portfolio, global reach, and strong customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM of its key markets (paper, packaging, metals) is estimated in the billions of dollars. Kadant is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its diversified product offerings and strategic acquisitions. Specific TAM estimation figures need further company research.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Diversified product portfolio
- Global presence
- Experienced management team
- Strong cash flow generation
Weaknesses
- Dependence on cyclical industries
- Potential for integration challenges with acquisitions
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new products and services
- Increased demand for sustainable packaging solutions
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VALE
- ANDRITZ
- FLOW
Competitive Landscape
Kadant competes on product performance, reliability, and customer service. Its advantages include its diversified product line and global reach. Disadvantages could include higher costs compared to some smaller competitors.
Major Acquisitions
Balemaster
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 54
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Kadant's presence in the recycling equipment market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Kadant has grown both organically and through acquisitions. Its historical growth has been influenced by capital spending in its served industries.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst estimates and company guidance. Specific estimates must come from updated financial data sources.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions in the fiber-based packaging sector and investments in new product development, and continued expansion in targeted global markets.
Summary
Kadant is a diversified industrial supplier with a strong position in its niche markets. The company's growth is driven by a mix of organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions. Key strengths include a broad product portfolio and global reach. It needs to be mindful of cyclical industries and integration challenges in acquisitions.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Financial figures may be outdated and should be verified with latest reports.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Kadant Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Westford, MA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1992-11-03 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Jeffrey L. Powell | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery | Full time employees 3500 | Website https://www.kadant.com |
Full time employees 3500 | Website https://www.kadant.com | ||
Kadant Inc. supplies technologies and engineered systems worldwide. It operates in three segments: Flow Control, Industrial Processing, and Material Handling. The Flow Control segment develops, manufactures, and markets fluid-handling systems and equipment, such as rotary joints, syphons, turbulator bars, expansion joints, and engineered steam and condensate systems; and doctoring, cleaning, and filtration systems and related consumables consisting of doctor systems and holders, doctor blades, cleaning shower and fabric-conditioning systems, forming systems and wear surfaces, and water-filtration systems. The Industrial Processing segment develops, manufactures, and markets ring and rotary debarkers, stranders, chippers, engineered knife systems, industrial automation and control, recycling and approach flow systems, and virgin pulping process equipment for use in the packaging, tissue, wood products, and alternative fuel industries. The Material Handling segment offers conveying and vibratory equipment, and baling products; and manufactures and sells biodegradable and absorbent granules for carriers in agricultural, home lawn and garden, professional lawn, turf, and ornamental applications, as well as for oil and grease absorption. The company markets and sells its products, services, and systems through direct sales, independent sales agents, and distributors. The company was formerly known as Thermo Fibertek, Inc. and changed its name to Kadant Inc. in July 2001. Kadant Inc. was incorporated in 1991 and is headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts.
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