Kadant is a global supplier of technologies and engineered systems that drive Sustainable Industrial Processing. The Company's products and services play an integral role in enhancing efficiency, optimizing energy utilization, and maximizing productivity in process industries. Kadant is based in Westford, Massachusetts, with approximately 3,500 employees in 20 countries worldwide. For more information, visit www.kadant.com. To listen to the live call and view the webcast, go to the "Investors" section of th ...

WESTFORD, Mass., July 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced it will release its 2024 second quarter results after the market closes on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 and will hold a webcast the next day, Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. eastern time. During the call the Company will discuss its second quarter financial performance and future expectations. To listen to the live call and view the webcast, go to the "Investors" section of the Company's website at www.kadant.com. Particip ...

Jeffrey S. Meister, president of DSTI, commented, "Since our founding in 2002, we have strived to be at the forefront in high-performance, custom fluid sealing solutions for the world's most challenging applications. In the years ahead, as a part of Kadant, we look forward to continuing our work to deliver exceptional products built by exceptional people." Conference Call Kadant will hold a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. eastern time to discuss the acquisition. To listen ...

WESTFORD, Mass., June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) today announced it has completed the acquisition of Dynamic Sealing Technologies LLC and affiliates ("DSTI") for approximately $55 million in cash, subject to certain customary adjustments. The acquisition was financed through borrowings under Kadant's revolving credit facility. DSTI is a leader in engineered fluid sealing and transfer solutions for rotating applications. The company specializes in the design, manufacture, and integr ...

The company's shares inched down 0.6% yesterday to eventually close the trading session at $279.13. Details on Share Buyback Programs Under the buyback program, Kadant has been authorized by its board of directors to repurchase up to $50 million worth of shares. Subject to market conditions and other factors, the buyback can be carried out in the open market or through privately negotiated transactions, including under Securities Exchange Act Rule 10b-5- 1 trading plans. This program is effective from May 1 ...

WESTFORD, Mass., May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE:KAI) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $50 million of its equity securities effective May 16, 2024 through May 16, 2025. Repurchases may be made in public or private transactions, including under Securities Exchange Act Rule 10b-5-1 trading plans. The timing and amount of any repurchases will be at the discretion of Company management and will be based on market conditions and other considera ...

The following constitutes a "Safe Harbor" statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including forward-looking statements regarding our business, financial performance and any plans to repurchase our equity securities. These forward-looking statements represent our expectations as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looki ...

WESTFORD, Mass., May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend to stockholders of $0.32 per share to be paid on August 8, 2024 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 11, 2024. Future declarations of dividends are subject to Board approval and may be adjusted as business needs or market conditions change. The following constitutes a "Safe Harbor" statement under the Private Securities Litigati ...

WESTFORD, Mass., May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend to stockholders of $0.32 per share to be paid on August 8, 2024 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 11, 2024. Future declarations of dividends are subject to Board approval and may be adjusted as business needs or market conditions change. About Kadant Kadant Inc. is a global supplier of technologies and engineered systems that ...

April 30, 2024 Revenue increased 8% to a record $249 million Gross margin was 44.6% Adjusted gross margin was 45.5% excluding acquisition-related costs Operating cash flow decreased 38% to $23 million Net income decreased 12% to $25 million GAAP EPS decreased 13% to $2.10 Adjusted EPS decreased 1% to $2.38 Adjusted EBITDA increased 8% to $52 million and represented 21.0% of revenue Bookings decreased 10% to $248 million from an unprecedented record $275 million Management Commentary Summary and Outlook Conf ...