Kennametal Inc.

Kennametal Inc. is a global industrial technology leader that provides productivity solutions through advanced materials science, tooling, and wear-resistant products. The company's mission is to deliver industry-leading tools and technologies that address customer challenges and enable exceptional performance, allowing clients to operate longer, cut faster, and machine with greater precision. Kennametal's corporate headquarters are located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.

The company's product portfolio includes high-performance metal cutting tools and tooling systems for milling, hole making, turning, and threading, as well as engineered tungsten carbide and ceramic components, earth-cutting tools, and advanced metallurgical powders. These offerings serve diverse market segments such as aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering, transportation, mining, construction, and oil and gas industries. Kennametal markets its products under various brands, including Kennametal, WIDIA, WIDIA Hanita, and WIDIA GTD.

Sanjay Chowbey assumed the role of President and CEO of Kennametal Inc. on June 1, 2024. The company maintains a strong market position as a global leader in metal cutting solutions, ranking as the largest manufacturer of metalcutting tools in North America and the second-largest worldwide, also leading in tools for mining and highway construction. In recent news, Kennametal declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share on April 28, 2026, and is scheduled to host its third-quarter fiscal year 2026 earnings call on May 6, 2026. The company was also recognized on Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies 2026 and launched its "Machinist of the Year" program in February 2026.