KADANT INC — Form 8-K
Filed August 4, 2026 · analyzed by the 8-K Agent
8-K
▲ Likely positive
significance 52/100
What the filing says
Kadant reported Q2 2026 revenue of $312.9M (up 23% YoY), net income of $32.5M (up 24%), and adjusted EPS of $3.42 (up 26% to record). Adjusted EBITDA reached $68.1M (+30%), with strong 21.8% margin. Bookings grew 16% to $312.1M; organic revenue grew 8%, with 13% from acquisitions. Company raised FY 2026 guidance: revenue to $1.190–$1.210B (from $1.178–$1.203B) and adjusted EPS to $12.43–$12.68 (from $12.33–$12.68). Q3 2026 guidance: revenue $297–$307M, adjusted EPS $2.90–$3.00. Backlog $340M. Gross margin declined 210 bps to 43.8% due to acquisition mix and product mix headwinds.
Why this rating
Strong Q2 execution, record metrics, and raised guidance offset by margin compression and capital project timing delays. Moderate significance relative to $3.7B market cap.
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