Kadant Inc. (KAI) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Kadant Inc. (KAI) is an Industrial - Machinery company in the Industrials sector listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 0.45% ($1.38 per share annually (TTM)), with 12 years of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was July 16, 2026, with payment scheduled for August 13, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 16.4%; the market capitalization is approximately $3.38B.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kadant Inc. (KAI)

What is Kadant Inc.'s dividend yield?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 0.45%, which works out to $1.38 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Kadant Inc. pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was July 16, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is August 13, 2026.
How many years has Kadant Inc. increased its dividend?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) has increased its dividend for 12 consecutive years.
Is Kadant Inc. a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. Kadant Inc. (KAI) currently has 12 years of consecutive increases.
What sector is Kadant Inc. in?
Kadant Inc. (KAI) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Industrial - Machinery industry.
What is Kadant Inc.'s dividend payout ratio?
Kadant Inc. (KAI)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 16.4%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.