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KMT

Kennametal Inc.

IndustrialsIndustrial Machinery & Supplies & Components$2.5B

May6Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ3-2026Pre-Market6:30 AM EDT

Kennametal Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Up 15.36%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.77	$0.67	+13.24%
Revenue	N/A	$568M	N/A

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Kennametal Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Up 15.36%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.77	$0.67	+13.24%
Revenue	N/A	$568M	N/A

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Kennametal's strong EPS performance exceeded analysts' expectations, leading to a significant stock increase of 15.36%. However, the company did not provide revenue figures or guidance, leaving some uncertainty about future performance. Investors may view the earnings beat as a positive sign for the company's profitability.

Company Snapshot

Kennametal Inc. is a leading provider of tooling and industrial materials, primarily serving the manufacturing sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and investor sentiment.

$0.67

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share.

$568M

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Kennametal Inc. is a leading provider of tooling and industrial materials, primarily serving the manufacturing sector. With a market cap of $3 billion, the company plays a crucial role in supplying components that enhance productivity and efficiency in various industrial applications.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+52.26%

Avg Stock Reaction

+4.16%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2-2026, Kennametal reported an EPS of $0.47, significantly exceeding expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining over 7% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving operational efficiency.
Commitment to expanding product offerings.
Plans to enhance customer service and support.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Kennametal's upcoming earnings, with expectations for a solid EPS and revenue growth. The company has a history of beating earnings estimates, which could drive positive sentiment.

Bull Case

If Kennametal exceeds the EPS estimate of $0.67, it could signal strong demand and operational improvements, leading to a potential stock rally.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company falls short of expectations, particularly in revenue growth, it could raise concerns about market demand and operational challenges.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.67

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and investor sentiment.

Revenue

$568M

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.67?

A beat on EPS would reinforce positive momentum and investor confidence, especially given the company's recent strong performance.

What are the revenue expectations for this quarter?

Revenue growth is critical to assess the company's market position and demand for its products, impacting future guidance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of recent operational improvements and market demand, which could lead to a stronger performance than anticipated.

Supporting Evidence

Recent earnings surprises indicate a trend of exceeding expectations.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating potential for a positive surprise.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in below $0.60, it could undermine the positive sentiment built from recent earnings surprises.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are pivotal as they will indicate whether Kennametal can maintain its recent earnings momentum in a potentially challenging market.

Bull Confirmed If

EPS of $0.75 or higher would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

EPS below $0.60 would raise concerns about demand and profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.83%

Historical Avg

±9.6%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±10.7% while KMT has averaged ±9.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

31.9%

Calls (4K)P/C Ratio: 0.11Puts (100)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Kennametal beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 7.9%, confirming the bullish outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report may lead to a muted reaction, as the market weighs management's commentary on future growth.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of about 6.1%, raising concerns about operational challenges.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on operational efficiency improvements.
2Insights into customer demand trends and market conditions.
3Any new product launches or enhancements.
4Management's outlook on future revenue growth.
5Responses to competitive pressures in the industrial sector.

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Company Snapshot

Kennametal Inc. is a leading provider of tooling and industrial materials, primarily serving the manufacturing sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and investor sentiment.

$0.67

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share.

$568M

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+52.26%

Avg Stock Reaction

+4.16%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2-2026, Kennametal reported an EPS of $0.47, significantly exceeding expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining over 7% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving operational efficiency.
Commitment to expanding product offerings.
Plans to enhance customer service and support.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Kennametal exceeds the EPS estimate of $0.67, it could signal strong demand and operational improvements, leading to a potential stock rally.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company falls short of expectations, particularly in revenue growth, it could raise concerns about market demand and operational challenges.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.67

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and investor sentiment.

Revenue

$568M

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.67?

A beat on EPS would reinforce positive momentum and investor confidence, especially given the company's recent strong performance.

What are the revenue expectations for this quarter?

Revenue growth is critical to assess the company's market position and demand for its products, impacting future guidance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of recent operational improvements and market demand, which could lead to a stronger performance than anticipated.

Supporting Evidence

Recent earnings surprises indicate a trend of exceeding expectations.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating potential for a positive surprise.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in below $0.60, it could undermine the positive sentiment built from recent earnings surprises.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are pivotal as they will indicate whether Kennametal can maintain its recent earnings momentum in a potentially challenging market.

Bull Confirmed If

EPS of $0.75 or higher would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

EPS below $0.60 would raise concerns about demand and profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.83%

Historical Avg

±9.6%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±10.7% while KMT has averaged ±9.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

31.9%

Calls (4K)P/C Ratio: 0.11Puts (100)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Kennametal beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 7.9%, confirming the bullish outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report may lead to a muted reaction, as the market weighs management's commentary on future growth.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of about 6.1%, raising concerns about operational challenges.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on operational efficiency improvements.
2Insights into customer demand trends and market conditions.
3Any new product launches or enhancements.
4Management's outlook on future revenue growth.
5Responses to competitive pressures in the industrial sector.