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Historical analyst accuracy
For Kadant Inc., we replayed every analyst price target of the past 12 months and measured the real outcome: 35% were profitable, average return +14% (26 calls). At 3 months: +4% average return (47% profitable). The higher the %, the more often analysts were right on this stock.
Most reliable analysts on this stock (past track record)
Their past track record on this stock (targets replayed against real prices) — not a forecast of what will happen.
| Analyst / broker | Calls i | % profitable i | Avg return i |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington Research | 24 | 29% | +12% |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kadant Inc. a buy right now?
The analyst consensus on Kadant Inc. (KAI) is "Buy" (10 bullish, 0 bearish calls over 12 months). This is not advice: historically, 35% of their targets on this stock turned out profitable over 1 year.
What is Kadant Inc.'s price target?
The median 12-month price target is $358 (+17% vs $306), ranging from $335 to $380 (2 analysts).
Are analysts accurate on Kadant Inc.?
Over 1 year, 35% of analyst targets on Kadant Inc. were profitable, for an average return of +14% (across 26 timestamped calls). This is JPI Invest's accuracy metric.
What is the Kadant Inc. stock forecast?
Analysts target a median of $358 within 12 months, i.e. +17% vs the current price. The most bullish targets $380, the most cautious $335.
What is the Kadant Inc. stock forecast for 2026 or long term (2030)?
Note: analyst targets are 12-month (median $358, +17%), NOT 2030. No reliable 5-10 year price forecast exists (« 2030 prediction » models are speculative). The most useful inputs: the 12-month median above, these analysts' historical accuracy (35%), and the stock's past trajectory.
Is Kadant Inc. overvalued?
Detailed valuation data for Kadant Inc. is available in the interactive analysis.
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⚠️ Educational information, not investment advice. Analyst price targets are 12-month and can be wrong. Data via Yahoo Finance, recomputed by JPI Invest.