KMT Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how KMT performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, KMT sees a -3.11% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.35% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.44%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
KMT Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
481.95M
-2.14%
-11.29%
Gross Margin
30.77%
-5.21%
-0.77%
Operating Margin
7.60%
-22.37%
-34.43%
Net Margin
4.87%
-21.07%
-30.82%
EPS
0.28
-24.32%
-40.43%
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KMT Earnings Analysis
Kennametal Inc. Corporation (KMT.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Free Cash Flow Surge: 1. Strong Free Cash Flow: Free operating cash flow increased to $21 million, up significantly from negative $3 million in the prior year.
Share Repurchase Commitment: 2. Share Repurchase Program: The company repurchased $15 million worth of shares during the quarter, continuing its commitment to returning cash to shareholders.
Aerospace and Defense Expansion: 3. Aerospace and Defense Growth: The Aerospace and Defense segment grew 13% year-over-year, demonstrating strong demand in this key market.
Restructuring Cost Savings: 4. Cost Savings from Restructuring: The company realized approximately $5 million in savings from its restructuring program, contributing to an annualized run rate of $35 million in savings.
Cash Flow Improvement: 5. Increased Cash from Operating Activities: Cash from operating activities year-to-date was $46 million, compared to $26 million in the prior year period.
Negative
Sales Decline Overview: Sales decreased 2% year-over-year, with metal cutting down 4% and EMEA declining 1%.
Decline in EBITDA Margin: Adjusted EBITDA margin fell to 14.3%, down from 16.6% in the prior year, indicating a decline in profitability.
Earnings Per Share Decline: Adjusted EPS decreased to $0.29, compared to $0.41 in the prior year quarter, reflecting lower earnings performance.
Metal Cutting Margin Decline: Metal cutting adjusted operating margin decreased 300 basis points year-over-year to 8.2%, driven by lower sales and production volumes.
Market Decline Overview: General Engineering and Transportation end-markets experienced declines of 3% and 2% respectively, contributing to overall market weakness.
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Kennametal Inc. (KMT) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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The earnings call summary presents a mixed picture. Basic financial performance and expenses show declines, but there are improvements in cash flow and share repurchases, rated 3. The product development and market strategy sections are rated 3, given the focus on recovery and strategic sectors. The Q&A reveals stable but pressured markets, with some positive sentiments on recovery, leading to a neutral outlook. The market cap suggests moderate volatility, aligning with the neutral prediction of -2% to 2% stock price movement.