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 -2.13% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.31% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.73%. 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
482.05M
-2.68%
0.02%
Gross Margin
29.52%
6.84%
-4.06%
Operating Margin
6.85%
14.93%
-9.87%
Net Margin
3.95%
18.26%
-18.89%
EPS
0.23
-20.69%
-17.86%
No Data Available
KMT Earnings Analysis
Kennametal Inc Corporation (KMT.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
EBITDA Margin Improvement: Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 13.9%, up from 12.4% in the prior year, indicating enhanced profitability despite challenging market conditions.
Operating Cash Flow Increase: Free operating cash flow increased to $57 million year to date, compared to $36 million in the prior year, reflecting improved cash generation capabilities.
Cash Flow Improvement: Year to date cash from operating activities reached $101 million, up from $88 million in the prior year period, showcasing strong operational performance.
Aerospace and Defense Growth: Aerospace and defense sales grew by 14%, demonstrating robust demand and successful execution of growth initiatives in this segment.
Share Repurchase Confidence: Kennametal repurchased $15 million worth of shares during the quarter, reflecting confidence in the company's long-term strategy and commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Negative
Earnings Per Share Miss: Kennametal Inc. reported an EPS of $0.25, missing expectations of $0.27, indicating a decline in profitability.
Sales Decline Analysis: Sales decreased by 3% year over year, with organic sales down 6%, reflecting ongoing challenges in the market.
Segment Performance Decline: The metal cutting segment experienced a 7% organic decline, while infrastructure sales were flat, highlighting weak performance across key segments.
Rising Cost Pressures: Adjusted operating expenses as a percentage of sales increased by 100 basis points to 22.7%, indicating rising cost pressures.
Sales Decline Forecast: The company anticipates a full-year sales decline of 5% to 2%, driven by worsening market conditions in EMEA and stagnation in U.S. industrial production.
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KMT Earning Call Sentiment
Kennametal Inc. (NYSE:KMT) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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-0.27%Positive
The earnings call presents mixed signals. Financial performance shows some challenges with declining EPS and sales, but there are improvements in EBITDA margin and cash flow. The Q&A highlights concerns about market conditions and unclear management responses, but also notes some regional order improvements. Shareholder returns through dividends and buybacks are positive, yet cost pressures and regulatory risks remain. The market cap suggests moderate sensitivity to these mixed factors, leading to a neutral stock price prediction.
