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- symbol KEX
- Rev/Share 59.5871
- Book/Share 72.7539
- PB 1.8304
- Debt/Equity 0.0627
- CurrentRatio 1.6962
- ROIC 0.0598
- MktCap 6175386000.0
- FreeCF/Share -4.8538
- PFCF -22.8718
- PE 20.146
- Debt/Assets 0.0348
- DivYield 0
- ROE 0.091
- Rating A-
- Score 4
- Recommendation Buy
- P/E Score 3
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 4
- D/E Score 2
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | KEX | Citigroup | Neutral | Buy | -- | $128 | Nov. 5, 2025 |
| Initiation | KEX | Citigroup | -- | Neutral | -- | $91 | Sept. 22, 2025 |
News
Kirby Q3 Earnings Surpass Estimates, Increase Year Over Year
Published: November 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
KEX posts a Q3 earnings beat with solid coastal and power generation gains offsetting softer inland market conditions.
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Kirby (KEX) Tops Q3 Earnings Estimates
Published: October 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Kirby (KEX) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.65 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.6 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.55 per share a year ago.
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Kirby Corporation Announces 2025 Third Quarter Results
Published: October 29, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Third quarter 2025 earnings per share of $1.65, up 6% year-over-year Inland marine third quarter impacted by lower utility, averaging in the mid-80% range for the quarter with improvement into the 85-90% range expected and already seen in the fourth quarter Steady market conditions in coastal marine with operating margins improving to around 20% Power generation revenue increased 24% sequentially and 56% year-over-year, helping to drive distribution and services margins to 11% Kirby repurchased 1,314,009 shares at an average price of $91.30 for $120.0 million in the third quarter and an additional 428,955 shares at an average price of $84.13 …
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Kirby Rewards Shareholders With New Share Repurchase Authorization
Published: September 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
KEX's consistent efforts to reward its shareholders through share repurchases highlight its financial strength.
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Kirby Corporation Announces Board Approval for Authorization to Repurchase Up to Eight Million Shares
Published: September 08, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
HOUSTON, Sept. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation (“Kirby”) (NYSE: KEX), today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a new share repurchase authorization for up to eight million additional shares of the Company's common stock. The action reflects the confidence in Kirby's commercial and operational execution focused on delivering consistent and sustainable free cash flow generation in dynamic market conditions and reaffirms the Company's capital allocation priorities of pursuing inland marine acquisitions, investing in new growth areas like power generation, and returning capital to shareholders.
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Kirby Shares Gain 7.2% Since Q2 Earnings Release, Revenues Up Y/Y
Published: August 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
KEX's second-quarter 2025 results reflect strength across both marine transportation and distribution and services segments.
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Kirby Corporation (KEX) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Kirby Corporation (NYSE:KEX ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 31, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Christian G. O'Neil - President & COO David W.
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Here's Why Kirby (KEX) is a Strong Growth Stock
Published: July 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Here's Why You Should Add Kirby Stock to Your Portfolio Now
Published: July 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Favorable market conditions at the marine transportation unit and consistent efforts to reward shareholders through share buybacks bode well for KEX.
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Here's Why Investors Should Retain Kirby Stock Now
Published: June 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
KEX rides on strong barge demand and robust shareholder-friendly initiatives. However, geopolitical uncertainties and labor shortage headwinds limit the upside.
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Kirby Stock Price Increases 4.3% Since Reporting Q1 Earnings Beat
Published: May 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
KEX's first-quarter 2025 results reflect improved market fundamentals in marine transportation and solid demand for power generation in distribution and services.
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Why Kirby (KEX) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Here's Why Kirby (KEX) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Kirby (KEX) Reports Q1 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Kirby (KEX) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended March 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
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Kirby Corporation (KEX) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Kirby Corporation (NYSE:KEX ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Kurt Niemietz - VP, IR & Treasurer David Grzebinski – CEO Raj Kumar – CFO Christian O'Neil - President & COO Conference Call Participants Jonathan Chappell - Evercore ISI Daniel Imbro - Stephens Scott Group - Wolfe Research Ken Hoexter - Bank of America Sherif Elmaghrabi – BTIG Greg Wasikowski - Webber Research and Advisory Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Kirby Corporation 2025 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call.
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Kirby (KEX) Q1 Earnings Surpass Estimates
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Kirby (KEX) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.33 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.27 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.19 per share a year ago.
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About Kirby Corporation (KEX)
- IPO Date 1980-03-17
- Website https://kirbycorp.com
- Industry Marine Shipping
- CEO David W. Grzebinski
- Employees 5414