Kennametal Inc (KMT)

Currency in USD
21.51
-0.12(-0.55%)
Closed·
21.60+0.09(+0.42%)
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Day's Range
21.4221.65
52 wk Range
17.3032.18
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
21.63
Open
21.63
Day's Range
21.42-21.65
52 wk Range
17.3-32.18
Volume
725.57K
Average Volume (3m)
1.18M
1-Year Change
-16.82%
Book Value / Share
16.84
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
21.06
Downside
-2.08%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
6 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

Kennametal Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

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 Q4/2025

  • Q4 adjusted EPS of $0.34 missed forecast by 10.53%; revenue of $516.45M fell short by 2.11%
  • Stock plummeted 27.26% to $20.99 in pre-market trading following earnings miss
  • Cost reduction program targeting $125M in savings announced; FY 2026 sales outlook set at $1.95B-$2.05B
  • Organic sales declined 4% for fiscal year; new projects secured in aerospace, defense, and AI power generation
  • FY 2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $0.90-$1.30; 40% expected in first half, 60% in second half
Last Updated: 06/08/2025, 15:38
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P/E Ratio
17.6x25.3x12.7x
PEG Ratio
−1.421.660.03
Price/Book
1.3x1.3x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.8x0.7x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−2.9%0.0%14.2%
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 21.06
(-2.08% Downside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.21%
Dividend Yield
3.72%
Industry Median 1.68%
Annualised payout
0.80
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
-
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 06, 2025
EPS / Forecast
0.34 / 0.38
Revenue / Forecast
516.45M / 527.56M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

KMT Income Statement

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FAQ

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 1.64B.

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

The Kennametal EPS (TTM) is 1.21.

When Is the Next Kennametal Earnings Date?

Kennametal will release its next earnings report on 02 Nov 2025.

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 Sell.

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 26 Aug 2025, Kennametal (KMT) is trading at a price of 21.51, with a previous close of 21.63. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 21.42 to 21.65, while its 52-week range spans from 17.30 to 32.18.
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