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Kennametal Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results
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Kennametal Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results

Kennametal Inc ( (KMT) ) has released its Q1 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Kennametal Inc presented to its investors.

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Kennametal Inc. is a global industrial technology company, specializing in materials science, tooling, and wear-resistant solutions, serving sectors like aerospace, defense, and energy. In its fiscal 2025 first quarter, Kennametal reported a decline in sales to $482 million from last year’s $492 million, with a slight drop in earnings per share to $0.28. Despite challenging market conditions, the company managed to increase its cash from operations significantly to $46 million, from $26 million the previous year, reflecting strong cash flow management. Key performance metrics highlighted include a decrease in operating income due to lower sales and production volumes, but these were partially offset by restructuring savings and insurance recoveries. The company returned approximately $31 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. Looking ahead, Kennametal expects second-quarter sales to align with historical performance, supported by its strategic focus on growth, continuous improvement, and portfolio optimization, despite potential economic headwinds.

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