Kennametal Inc (KMT)

Currency in USD
25.45
-0.32(-1.24%)
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25.93+0.48(+1.89%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
25.3825.96
52 wk Range
17.3029.85
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
25.45
Open
25.82
Day's Range
25.38-25.96
52 wk Range
17.3-29.85
Volume
746.39K
Average Volume (3m)
868.05K
1-Year Change
-9.01%
Book Value / Share
16.84
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
25.25
Downside
-0.79%
Members' Sentiments
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Kennametal Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Kennametal Inc Company Profile

Kennametal Inc. engages in development and application of tungsten carbides, ceramics, and hard materials and solutions worldwide. It operates through two segments, Metal Cutting and Infrastructure. The Metal Cutting segment offers milling, hole making, turning, threading, and toolmaking systems used in the manufacture of airframes, aero engines, trucks and automobiles, ships, and various types of industrial equipment under the Kennametal, WIDIA, WIDIA Hanita, and WIDIA GTD brands through its direct sales force, a network of independent and national distributors, integrated supplier channels, and digitally. Its Infrastructure segment produces engineered tungsten carbide and ceramic components, earth-cutting tools, and metallurgical powders, such as compacts, nozzles, frac seats, and custom components used in oil and gas and petrochemical industries; rod blanks and abrasive water jet nozzles for general industries; earth cutting tools and systems used in underground mining, trenching and foundation drilling, and road milling; tungsten carbide powders for the oil and gas, aerospace, and process industries; high temperature critical wear components, tungsten penetrators, and armor solutions for aerospace and defense; and ceramics used by the packaging industry for metallization of films and papers under the Kennametal brand through a direct sales force and distributors. The company was founded in 1938 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Kennametal Inc SWOT Analysis


Resilient Performance
Kennametal surpasses EPS estimates despite industry headwinds, showcasing strong execution capabilities and strategic focus on market share gains
Navigating Challenges
Explore how Kennametal adapts to sluggish demand and volatile macroeconomic conditions while maintaining a wide guidance range for prudent management
Growth Catalysts
Delve into Kennametal's potential for accelerated growth through market share expansion and the positive impact of the IRA production credit on profitability
Analyst Perspectives
Barclays Capital Inc. sets price targets ranging from $22 to $31, reflecting varied outlooks on Kennametal's future performance in a dynamic industrial landscape
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Kennametal Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Kennametal exceeded Q1 FY2026 forecasts with EPS of $0.34 (vs $0.23 expected) and revenue of $498M (vs $477.68M expected), driving a 15.11% pre-market stock surge
  • The company achieved 3% organic sales growth, its first in two years, while improving adjusted EBITDA margin to 15.3% from 14.3% year-over-year
  • Management returned $25M to shareholders through buybacks and dividends while implementing cost-saving measures to offset rising raw material costs
  • CEO Sanjay Chowbey cited 'modest improvements in end markets, project wins, and cost improvement actions' for the strong quarterly performance
  • FY2026 guidance projects sales of $2.1-2.17B and adjusted EPS of $1.35-1.65, with positive price/raw material dynamics expected in Q3
Last Updated: 05/11/2025, 17:26
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Peers
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Relationship
P/E Ratio
20.5x22.8x12.1x
PEG Ratio
−4.390.730.03
Price/Book
1.5x1.0x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
1.0x0.5x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−1.8%35.3%22.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

0 Buy
6 Hold
3 Sell
Ratings:
9 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 25.25
(-0.79% Downside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.22%
Dividend Yield
3.14%
Industry Median 1.61%
Annualised payout
0.80
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
-
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Nov 05, 2025
EPS / Forecast
0.34 / 0.23
Revenue / Forecast
498.00M / 477.68M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

KMT Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Kennametal (KMT) Premarket Price Today?

The Kennametal (KMT) premarket price is 25.93. Premarket price change units: 0.48. Premarket percentage change: 1.89%. Premarket volume: 50.00. Current date: 20 Nov 2025. Previous close: 25.45

What Stock Exchange Does Kennametal Trade On?

Kennametal is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Kennametal?

The stock symbol for Kennametal is "KMT."

What Is the Kennametal Market Cap?

As of today, Kennametal market cap is 1.94B.

What Is Kennametal's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Kennametal EPS (TTM) is 1.22.

When Is the Next Kennametal Earnings Date?

Kennametal will release its next earnings report on 08 Feb 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is KMT a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has Kennametal Stock Split?

Kennametal has split 5 times.

How Many Employees Does Kennametal Have?

Kennametal has 8112 employees.

What is the current trading status of Kennametal (KMT)?

As of 20 Nov 2025, Kennametal (KMT) is trading at a price of 25.45, with a previous close of 25.45. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 25.38 to 25.96, while its 52-week range spans from 17.30 to 29.85.

What Is Kennametal (KMT) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Kennametal is USD25.25, with a high estimate of USD28 and a low estimate of USD20. 0 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 3 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an -0.79% Downside potential.

What Is the KMT Premarket Price?

KMT's last pre-market stock price is 25.93. The pre-market share volume is 50.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.48, or 1.89%.
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