Kadant Inc. (KAI) Stock Forecast
Data as of Aug 4, 2026Industrials · Current price $326.41 (+6.15%)
Price Target Range
Consensus Price Target Over Time
Analyst Rating Distribution
Last 3 Months
6-Month Trend
Latest Analyst Forecasts
Price targets issued by Wall Street analysts. Upside calculated against today's price.
| Date | Analyst | Firm | Price Target | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 2026 | Kurt Yinger | D.A. Davidson | $295.00 | -9.6% |
| May 1, 2025 | Kurt Yinger | D.A. Davidson | $275.00 | -15.8% |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Gary Prestopino | Barrington | $410.00 | +25.6% |
| Aug 1, 2024 | Kurt Yinger | D.A. Davidson | $300.00 | -8.1% |
Top Analysts Covering KAI
KAI vs Sector & Market
| Metric | KAI | Industrials Avg | Large Cap Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analyst Rating | 2.33 | 2.41 | 2.42 |
| Analyst Count | 6 | 8 | 19 |
| Target Upside | -1.8% | +117.1% | +17.1% |
| P/E Ratio | 36.68 | 37.86 | 44.37 |
Revenue Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-03 | $302M | $308M | $313M | 2 |
| 2027-01-03 | $296M | $301M | $307M | 1 |
| 2027-04-03 | $286M | $291M | $296M | 1 |
| 2027-07-03 | $303M | $309M | $315M | 1 |
| 2027-10-03 | $314M | $320M | $326M | 1 |
| 2028-01-03 | $310M | $316M | $322M | 1 |
EPS Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-03 | $3.31 | $3.39 | $3.47 | 1 |
| 2027-01-03 | $3.06 | $3.14 | $3.21 | 1 |
| 2027-04-03 | $2.64 | $2.71 | $2.77 | 1 |
| 2027-07-03 | $3.22 | $3.30 | $3.38 | 1 |
| 2027-10-03 | $3.68 | $3.77 | $3.86 | 1 |
| 2028-01-03 | $3.44 | $3.52 | $3.60 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the analyst consensus for KAI?
The consensus among 6 analysts covering Kadant Inc. (KAI) is Buy with an average price target of $303.00.
What is the highest price target for KAI?
The highest price target for KAI is $410.00, set by Gary Prestopino at Barrington on 2024-12-19.
What is the lowest price target for KAI?
The lowest price target for KAI is $275.00, set by Kurt Yinger at D.A. Davidson on 2025-05-01.
How many analysts cover KAI?
6 analysts have issued ratings for Kadant Inc. in the past 12 months.
Is KAI a buy or sell right now?
Based on 6 analyst ratings, KAI has a consensus rating of Buy (2.33/5) with a -1.8% upside to the consensus target of $303.00.
What are the earnings estimates for KAI?
Analysts estimate KAI will report EPS of $3.39 for the period ending 2026-10-03, with revenue estimated at $308M.
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