Kadant Inc. (KAI) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1992 to 2025
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KAI EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
KAI Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 45.2% | 14.9% | 9.7% |
| 2024 | 44.3% | 16.3% | 10.6% |
| 2023 | 43.5% | 17.3% | 12.1% |
| 2022 | 43.1% | 18.9% | 13.4% |
| 2021 | 42.9% | 14.8% | 10.7% |
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Kadant Inc. (KAI) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 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 ($40M net income, 1.0% margin), FELE ($150M net income, 6.9% margin), HLIO ($49M net income, 5.8% margin), KAI has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare KAI vs GTLS →
KAI Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
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% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KAI stock.
Is KAI growing earnings?
KAI EPS fell to $8.64, with earnings declining -8.8%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +12.6%. TTM net income dropped to $102M.
What are KAI's profit margins?
Kadant Inc. net margin is +9.7%, with operating margin at +14.9%. Margins sit within typical range for the sector.
How consistent are KAI's earnings?
KAI earnings data spans 1992-2025. The declining earnings trend is -8.8% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.