Kadant Inc.
KAIIndustrialsNASDAQSpecialty Industrial Machinery · Last scanned Sep 8, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the industrials sector, Kadant Inc. (KAI) is listed under Specialty Industrial Machinery. At a $3.53B market cap, Kadant Inc. ranks as a mid-cap company within industrials. The company operates through three segments: Flow Control, Industrial Processing, and Material Handling.
Market Cap
$3.53B
Beta
1.17
P/E (TTM)
32.16
P/E (Fwd)
22.11
EPS (TTM)
$9.29
EPS (Fwd)
$13.51
ROE
11.3%
ROA
6.8%
Cash
$134.5M
Total Debt
$510.6M
Free CF
$105.7M
52W Change
-5.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where KAI stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, KAI finished 6.33% below its 150-day moving average ($315.02) and 4.60% below its 200-day moving average ($309.32). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is KAI overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, KAI's RSI(14) was 21.6, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $134.5M in cash, though total debt stands at $510.6M. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Free cash flow comes in at $105.7M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 11.3%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 6.8% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $904.7M to $1.05B.
Investors considering Kadant Inc. should weigh the typical risks associated with KAI's sector, size, and financial profile against their own risk tolerance and investment objectives. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing KAI.