KAI — Kadant Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | KAI | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.46% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 7.12% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 15.7% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 14 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | -11.1% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
7.20%
3-Year Growth
9.17%
5-Year Growth
7.12%
10-Year Growth
7.34%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 15, 2026
Next Payment
May 13, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 8, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 5, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | $0.3600 | +5.88% |
| Jan 8, 2026 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Oct 9, 2025 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2025 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Apr 9, 2025 | $0.3400 | +6.25% |
| Jan 10, 2025 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| Oct 10, 2024 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 11, 2024 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| Apr 9, 2024 | $0.3200 | +10.34% |
| Jan 3, 2024 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Oct 11, 2023 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 12, 2023 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Apr 11, 2023 | $0.2900 | +11.54% |
| Jan 4, 2023 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Oct 12, 2022 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Jul 13, 2022 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Apr 12, 2022 | $0.2600 | +4.00% |
| Jan 5, 2022 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 13, 2021 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 14, 2021 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
15.7%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
16.1%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026 | $2.22 | $36.51M |
| Q3 2026 | $2.35 | $44.06M |
| Q4 2025 | $2.05 | $19.00M |
| Q1 2024 | $2.11 | $16.56M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kadant Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Kadant Inc. (KAI) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.46%.
What is KAI's dividend yield?
KAI's current dividend yield is 0.46%. The annual dividend is $1.36.
When is KAI's next ex-dividend date?
KAI's next ex-dividend date is Apr 15, 2026.
How many years has Kadant Inc. increased its dividend?
Kadant Inc. has increased its dividend for 12 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.