Kadant Inc (KAI) - Total Assets

Latest as of March 2026: $1.59 Billion USD

Based on the latest financial reports, Kadant Inc (KAI) holds total assets worth $1.59 Billion USD as of March 2026. Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments. Explore Kadant Inc (KAI) cash flow to debt to assess how comfortably operating cash covers total debt obligations.

Kadant Inc - Total Assets Trend (1992–2025)

This chart illustrates how Kadant Inc's total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See what is Kadant Inc's book value for net asset value and shareholders' equity analysis.

Kadant Inc - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (December 2025)

Kadant Inc's total assets of $1.59 Billion consist of 28.5% current assets and 71.5% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (USD) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $122.68 Million 7.2%
Accounts Receivable $165.17 Million 9.7%
Inventory $206.85 Million 12.1%
Property, Plant & Equipment $196.66 Million 11.5%
Intangible Assets $350.38 Million 20.5%
Goodwill $555.62 Million 32.5%

Asset Composition Trend (1992–2025)

This chart illustrates how Kadant Inc's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution. For live market cap, price, and company overview, see Kadant Inc market cap and net worth.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Kadant Inc's current assets represent 28.5% of total assets in 2025, a decrease from 76.8% in 1992.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 7.2% of total assets in 2025, down from 33.6% in 1992.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 52.0% of total assets, an increase from 12.0% in 1992.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is goodwill at 32.5% of total assets.

Kadant Inc Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Kadant Inc based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
Vestas Wind Systems A/S
CO:VWS
Denmark Dkr26.71 Billion
Nordex SE
F:NDX1
Germany €6.75 Billion
Shandong Himile Mechanical Science & Technology Co Ltd
SHE:002595
China CN¥13.09 Billion
Beijing Roborock Technology Co Ltd
SHG:688169
China CN¥19.59 Billion
AVIC Heavy Machinery Co Ltd
SHG:600765
China CN¥31.03 Billion
HSD Engine Co Ltd
KO:082740
Korea ₩1.49 Trillion
Jiangsu Huahong Technology Co Ltd
SHE:002645
China CN¥6.71 Billion
Shanghai Taisheng Wind Power
SHE:300129
China CN¥10.81 Billion

Kadant Inc - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 9.14 2.47 2.52
Quick Ratio 5.27 1.62 1.81
Cash Ratio 0.00 0.51 0.46
Working Capital $451.54 Million $266.11 Million $244.32 Million

Kadant Inc - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Kadant Inc's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 3.98
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 2.24
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 19.7%
Total Assets $1.71 Billion
Market Capitalization $3.83 Billion USD

Valuation Analysis

Premium Asset Valuation: The market values Kadant Inc's assets at a significant premium (2.24x), suggesting investors see substantial growth potential or unique competitive advantages.

Rapid Asset Growth: Kadant Inc's assets grew by 19.7% over the past year, indicating significant expansion of the company's resource base.

Annual Total Assets for Kadant Inc (1992–2025)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Kadant Inc from 1992 to 2025.

Year Total Assets Change
2025-12-31 $1.71 Billion +19.70%
2024-12-31 $1.43 Billion +21.66%
2023-12-31 $1.18 Billion +2.24%
2022-12-31 $1.15 Billion +1.56%
2021-12-31 $1.13 Billion +22.06%
2020-12-31 $927.57 Million -1.26%
2019-12-31 $939.39 Million +29.44%
2018-12-31 $725.75 Million -4.64%
2017-12-31 $761.09 Million +61.70%
2016-12-31 $470.69 Million +13.28%
2015-12-31 $415.50 Million +0.42%
2014-12-31 $413.75 Million -6.43%
2013-12-31 $442.17 Million +23.18%
2012-12-31 $358.95 Million +0.15%
2011-12-31 $358.40 Million +6.42%
2010-12-31 $336.77 Million +9.46%
2009-12-31 $307.66 Million -13.80%
2008-12-31 $356.92 Million -18.34%
2007-12-31 $437.07 Million +11.19%
2006-12-31 $393.08 Million +10.48%
2005-12-31 $355.81 Million +24.74%
2004-12-31 $285.24 Million +4.98%
2003-12-31 $271.71 Million +17.36%
2002-12-31 $231.52 Million -37.03%
2001-12-31 $367.65 Million -11.24%
2000-12-31 $414.21 Million -6.41%
1999-12-31 $442.60 Million +3.63%
1998-12-31 $427.10 Million +1.96%
1997-12-31 $418.90 Million +62.87%
1996-12-31 $257.20 Million +28.79%
1995-12-31 $199.70 Million +22.97%
1994-12-31 $162.40 Million +13.88%
1993-12-31 $142.60 Million +8.44%
1992-12-31 $131.50 Million --

About Kadant Inc

NYSE:KAI USA Specialty Industrial Machinery
Market Cap
$3.83 Billion
Market Cap Rank
#4175 Global
#1455 in USA
Share Price
$324.56
Change (1 day)
+5.55%
52-Week Range
$247.48 - $356.34
All Time High
$422.93
About

Kadant Inc. supplies technologies and engineered systems worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Flow Control, Industrial Processing, and Material Handling. The Flow Control segment develops, manufactures, and markets fluid-handling systems, equipment, and integrated technologies, such as rotary joints, syphons, Turbulator bars, expansion joints, and engineered steam and condensat… Read more