Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 13, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Kennametal Inc. (KMT) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Kennametal Inc. passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates Kennametal Inc. (KMT) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 13, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/KMT
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Over the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding KMT
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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KMT: Is Kennametal Inc. Halal?
Kennametal Inc.
$30.79
Market Cap: 2.4B
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About Kennametal Inc.
Kennametal Inc. is a global leader in developing and applying cutting-edge materials, including tungsten carbides, ceramics, and super-hard compounds. Their core mission is to provide robust solutions for demanding industrial applications, specifically in metal cutting and environments prone to extreme wear, high temperatures, and corrosion, serving clients worldwide. The company's operations are structured into two primary segments: Metal Cutting and Infrastructure. Within the Metal Cutting division, Kennametal offers a comprehensive portfolio of standard and bespoke products, encompassing tools for turning, milling, and hole-making, integrated tooling systems, and associated technical services. They also supply specialized wear-resistant components and advanced metallurgical powders. These critical products serve a diverse array of manufacturers across industries such as transportation (vehicles and components), machine tools, light and heavy machinery, aerospace (airframes and components), and the energy sector (oil and gas, power generation). The company further supports these clients with expert product design, selection, application guidance, and ongoing support services, delivering customized metal cutting solutions. Under its Infrastructure segment, Kennametal produces a variety of specialized items. This includes compacts, nozzles, frac seats, and tailored components crucial for the oil and gas and petrochemical industries. They also provide rod blanks and abrasive water jet nozzles for broader industrial applications, alongside durable earth-cutting tools and systems essential for underground mining, trenching, foundation drilling, and road milling. Furthermore, the company manufactures tungsten carbide powders for aerospace, oil and gas, and process industries, as well as ceramics specifically utilized by the packaging industry for film and paper metallization. Kennametal's extensive product lines are marketed under well-known brands such as Kennametal, WIDIA, WIDIA Hanita, and WIDIA GTD. Distribution occurs through a multi-channel approach, leveraging a direct sales force, a broad network of independent and national distributors, integrated supplier relationships, and online platforms. Founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1938, the company boasts a long-standing history in the industrial materials sector.
Sector: Industrials · Industry: Manufacturing - Tools & Accessories
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 30.1% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI limit.
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Compliance History
Not Halalnow
since Oct 2026
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard No. 21 · For informational purposes only. Consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before investing.
Disclaimer: This screening is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or religious advice. Compliance is evaluated using AAOIFI financial standards (debt, deposits, and prohibited income ratios) and publicly available data. Ethical, political, social, or environmental considerations are outside the scope of this screening. Individual scholars and methodologies may differ. Always consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before making investment decisions.