Kennametal Inc. (KMT) stock analysis

In our weekly check, Kennametal Inc. is graded C (A to F). Of 25 checks on debt, profit, cash flow and trend: 15 pass, warnings: 5, red flags: 5.

Sector: Industrials · Tools & Accessories

Strengths

• Low debt
• Easily covers interest
• Margins rising
• High return on capital

Warning signs

• Profits not backed by cash
• Weak free cash flow
• Heavy stock pay
• Weak revenue growth
• Very volatile

Next earnings report: 2026-11-04

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The grade is a risk check, not a price forecast, and not investment advice. In our 10-year test (S&P 500, 2016-2026), stocks we graded A or B fell more than 30% 2-3 times less often than D or F, without a lower average return.

Updated 2026-10-10

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