Kennametal Inc (KMT)

Currency in USD
23.00
-0.22(-0.95%)
Closed·
22.73-0.27(-1.19%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
22.6523.94
52 wk Range
22.6443.81
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
23.22
Open
23.5
Day's Range
22.65-23.94
52 wk Range
22.64-43.81
Volume
4M
Average Volume (3m)
1.56M
1-Year Change
-12.4143%
Book Value / Share
23.92
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
30.57
Upside
+32.92%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Impressive gross profit margins

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

Analyst Ratings

0 Buy
4 Hold
4 Sell
Ratings:
8 analysts
Overall Consensus
Sell

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 30.57
(+32.92% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
JPMorgan
Sell27.00+17.39%30.00Maintain05/11/2026
JPMorgan
Sell30.00+30.43%34.00Maintain08/10/2026
DA Davidson
Hold30.00+30.43%34.00Maintain11/08/2026
UBS
Hold35.00+52.17%39.00Maintain10/08/2026
Morgan Stanley
Sell27.00+17.39%31.00Downgrade10/08/2026

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 Q1/2027

  • Kennametal Q1 FY2027 adjusted EPS of $3.48 beat estimates by 31.3%, driven by tungsten price timing; shares fell 12.12% to $26.83.
  • Revenue rose 54% YoY to $768.2M but missed forecasts; EBITDA margin surged to 51.9% from 15.3%, though quality of beat questioned.
  • Free operating cash flow negative $212M YTD, pressured by inventory buildup tied to elevated tungsten prices and working capital needs.
  • Raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $5.00-$6.00; Q2 outlook $1.20-$1.50 per share with sales of $785M-$815M expected.
  • Strong demand in aerospace, defense, and AI data center energy; tungsten volatility and tariff costs remain key risks to margin sustainability.
Last Updated: 05/11/2026, 03:30 am
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Earnings

Latest Release
04/11/2026
EPS / Forecast
3.48 / 2.65
Revenue / Forecast
768.19M / 770.41M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 7.74
Dividend Yield
3.48%
Industry Median 1.56%
Annualised payout
0.80
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
-
Growth Streak

KMT Income Statement

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KMT
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
3.0x15.0x10.8x
PEG Ratio
0.010.100.03
Price/Book
1.0x1.4x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.7x1.2x1.1x
Upside (Analyst Target)
32.9%0.0%35.8%
Fair Value Upside
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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 provides 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.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
42.39M55.61%974.90M
Other Institutional Investors
40.89M44.39%940.50M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
83.28M100.00%1.92B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.16.49%12,566,208289,023
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC7.84%5,972,268137,362

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FAQ

What Is the Kennametal (KMT) Stock Price Today?

The Kennametal stock price today is 23.00 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Kennametal Trade On?

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

What Is the Stock Symbol for Kennametal?

The stock symbol for Kennametal is "KMT."

Does Kennametal Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Kennametal dividend yield is 3.5%%.

What Is the Kennametal Market Cap?

As of today, Kennametal market cap is 1.77B USD.

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

The Kennametal EPS (TTM) is 7.74.

When Is the Next Kennametal Earnings Date?

Kennametal will release its next earnings report on 10/02/2027.

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 Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Kennametal Stock Split?

Kennametal has split 5 times.

How Many Employees Does Kennametal Have?

Kennametal has 8062 employees.

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

As of 08/11/2026, Kennametal (KMT) is trading at a price of 23.00 USD, with a previous close of 23.22 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 22.65 USD to 23.94 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 22.64 USD to 43.81 USD.

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

The average 12-month price target for Kennametal is 30.57 USD, with a high estimate of 35 USD and a low estimate of 27 USD. 0 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 4 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Sell. The stock has an +32.92% Upside potential.

What Is the KMT Premarket Price?

KMT's last pre-market stock price is 23.15 USD. The pre-market share volume is 2,580.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.07, or -0.30%.

What Is the KMT After Hours Price?

KMT's last after hours stock price is 22.73 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.27, or -1.19%.
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