Kadant Inc. (KAI) Earnings History
Growth Compounder34 years of earnings data (1992–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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Kadant Inc. (KAI) Earnings Overview
As of June 23, 2026, Kadant Inc. (KAI) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $102M, reflecting -8.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $8.64 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 9.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, KAI's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +12.6%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $121M in fiscal 2022.
Kadant Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 45.2%, operating margin of 14.9%, and net margin of 9.7%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including GTLS (-$26M net income, 1.0% margin), FELE ($150M net income, 6.9% margin), HLIO ($61M net income, 5.8% margin), KAI has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare KAI vs GTLS →
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KAI Historical Earnings Data (1992–2025)
34 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $102M | -8.6% | $157M | $8.65 | 9.7% | 14.9% |
| 2024 | $112M | -3.9% | $171M | $9.48 | 10.6% | 16.3% |
| 2023 | $116M | -4.0% | $166M | $9.90 | 12.1% | 17.3% |
| 2022 | $121M | +43.9% | $171M | $10.35 | 13.4% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | $84M | +52.3% | $117M | $7.21 | 10.7% | 14.8% |
| 2020 | $55M | +6.0% | $81M | $4.77 | 8.7% | 12.8% |
| 2019 | $52M | -13.8% | $88M | $4.54 | 7.4% | 12.5% |
| 2018 | $60M | +94.3% | $89M | $5.30 | 9.5% | 14.0% |
| 2017 | $31M | -3.1% | $61M | $2.75 | 6.0% | 11.8% |
| 2016 | $32M | -6.7% | $46M | $2.88 | 7.7% | 11.0% |
| 2015 | $34M | +20.0% | $50M | $3.10 | 8.8% | 12.8% |
| 2014 | $29M | +22.4% | $42M | $2.56 | 7.1% | 10.5% |
| 2013 | $23M | -25.9% | $33M | $2.07 | 6.8% | 9.7% |
| 2012 | $32M | -5.8% | $36M | $2.73 | 9.5% | 11.0% |
| 2011 | $34M | +81.4% | $37M | $2.74 | 10.0% | 11.1% |
| 2010 | $19M | +412.4% | $24M | $1.48 | 6.9% | 8.9% |
| 2009 | -$6M | +73.7% | $4M | $-0.48 | -2.6% | 1.9% |
| 2008 | -$23M | -199.5% | $31M | $-1.67 | -6.9% | 9.5% |
| 2007 | $23M | +32.6% | $37M | $1.59 | 6.2% | 10.2% |
| 2006 | $17M | +148.6% | $31M | $1.21 | 5.0% | 9.1% |
| 2005 | $7M | +951.5% | $14M | $0.49 | 2.8% | 5.9% |
| 2004 | $654,000 | -94.5% | $26M | $0.05 | 0.3% | 13.3% |
| 2003 | $12M | +144.1% | $18M | $0.85 | 5.8% | 8.9% |
| 2002 | -$27M | -368.5% | $19M | $-2.04 | -14.4% | 10.2% |
| 2001 | $10M | -34.1% | $18M | $0.81 | 4.5% | 8.1% |
| 2000 | $15M | -14.9% | $20M | $1.23 | 6.4% | 8.5% |
| 1999 | $18M | -1.1% | $20M | $1.45 | 7.8% | 8.6% |
| 1998 | $18M | +9.8% | $21M | $1.45 | 7.3% | 8.6% |
| 1997 | $16M | -17.6% | $21M | $1.30 | 6.8% | 8.7% |
| 1996 | $20M | -1.5% | $27M | $1.55 | 10.4% | 13.8% |
| 1995 | $20M | +85.3% | $27M | $1.60 | 9.8% | 13.2% |
| 1994 | $11M | +47.3% | $16M | $0.90 | 6.7% | 9.8% |
| 1993 | $7M | -3.9% | $11M | $0.60 | 5.4% | 8.2% |
| 1992 | $8M | - | $11M | $0.75 | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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KAI — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KAI stock.
What is KAI earnings per share (EPS)?
KAI trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $8.64, reflecting -8.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +12.6%. Complete EPS history from 1992 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Kadant Inc.'s net income?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) trailing twelve-month net income is $102M as of 2025. Earnings declined -8.8% year-over-year. Kadant Inc. has been profitable for 16 consecutive years.
Is KAI profitable?
Yes, KAI is profitable with a TTM net income of $102M and a net profit margin of +9.7%. Kadant Inc. has generated profits for 16 consecutive years.
What is KAI's earnings growth rate?
KAI compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -8.8%, 3-Year: -5.8%, 5-Year: +12.6%, 10-Year: +10.8%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1992 to 2025.
What are KAI's profit margins?
Kadant Inc. net profit margin is +9.7%, operating margin is +14.9%, and gross margin is +45.2%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +11.0%.
Is KAI growing earnings?
KAI earnings are declining — EPS fell -8.8% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $102M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +12.6%.
What was KAI's best earnings year?
Kadant Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $121M, achieved in fiscal year 2022. Earnings history on this page spans 1992 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were KAI's earnings last quarter?
KAI's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2025. Net income was $24M with diluted EPS of $2.04. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.