AlphaStocks
3.6
Weak

Kadant Inc (KAI)

As of Sep 20, 2026, Kadant Inc (KAI) scores 3.6/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #213 of 265 Industrials stocks. At $265, KAI trades 14% above its model fair value of $232.

Industrials / Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components

S&P SmallCap 600

$264.91

Scores poorly across most models. Proceed with caution.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

Data as of Sep 20, 2026

#213out of 265 in Industrials

Is KADANT INC a Good Investment in 2026?

KADANT INC (KAI) scores 3.6 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates KADANT INC as Attractive (5/9). The Lynch model is the least favorable, rating it Neutral. KADANT INC currently trades 14% above its estimated fair value of $232. KADANT INC ranks #213 out of 265 stocks in the Industrials sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E30.6ROE10.6Market Cap3B

Estimated Fair Value

$231.7114% above

Trading above estimated fair value. Eps growth of -9% may not justify the premium.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

5/9

Buffett

Attractive

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Neutral

PEG 3.4 · Stalwart

Greenblatt

Attractive

Earnings yield 5.4% · ROC 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is KADANT INC (KAI) a good investment?
As of Sep 20, 2026, Kadant Inc (KAI) scores 3.6/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #213 of 265 Industrials stocks. At $265, KAI trades 14% above its model fair value of $232. That score is below average, suggesting caution.
What is KADANT INC's Piotroski F-Score?
KADANT INC's Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 5/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is KAI overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $232, KAI appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 14% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. Eps growth of -9% may not justify the premium.
How does KAI compare to other Industrials stocks?
KADANT INC ranks #213 out of 265 stocks in the Industrials sector, placing it in the top 80% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about KAI?
AlphaStocks evaluates KAI using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Attractive; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Neutral; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Attractive. These models are combined into a single composite score of 3.6/10.

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