Kadant Inc. (KAI) Sentiment Analysis
Composite rating from 8 factors. Tap a factor to see the metrics behind its grade.
- ST sentiment gradeHow the market currently feels about this stock versus its peers
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- Overall ST grade
- B-
- ST Score
- 55.5
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- Strong buy
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KAI stock: frequently asked questions
What is KAI's ST Score?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) has an ST Score of 55.5 out of 100, an overall grade of B-. The ST Score combines eight factor grades — valuation, profitability, financial strength, momentum, growth, forecast, sentiment and Piotroski — into a single A+ to F rating.
Is KAI a buy, sell, or hold?
Wall Street's consensus rating on KAI is Hold based on 6 analyst ratings. Our own ST Score grades it B- (55.5/100). This is data, not investment advice — always do your own research.
What is KAI's valuation grade?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) earns a valuation grade of C-, measured against Industrial - Machinery peers. The valuation factor looks at multiples such as P/E, P/S, P/B, EV/EBITDA and free cash flow yield.
What is KAI's growth grade?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) earns a growth grade of A-, measured against Industrial - Machinery peers. The growth factor looks at revenue, earnings and cash flow growth over recent quarters and years.
What is KAI's profitability grade?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) earns a profitability grade of B, measured against Industrial - Machinery peers. The profitability factor looks at margins and returns such as gross margin, net margin, ROE and ROIC.
What is KAI's financial strength grade?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) earns a financial strength grade of A-, measured against Industrial - Machinery peers. The financial strength factor looks at debt levels, liquidity and coverage ratios.
What is the analyst price target for KAI?
The average analyst price target for Kadant Inc. (KAI) is $335.00 from 6 analysts, which is +0.2% versus the recent price of $274.42.
What is KAI's Piotroski score?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) has a Piotroski F-Score of 6 out of 9. The Piotroski score checks nine accounting signals covering profitability, leverage and operating efficiency; scores of 8–9 are considered strong and 0–2 weak.