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Kirby Corp

136.94 USD
-2.02
1.45%
At close Updated Sep 16, 4:00 PM EDT
Pre-market
After hours
136.94
0.00
0%
1 day
-1.45%
5 days
-0.78%
1 month
-2.97%
3 months
-3.26%
6 months
10.16%
Year to date
22.38%
1 year
61.91%
5 years
162.99%
10 years
144.06%
 

About: Kirby Corp is a domestic tank barge operator, transporting bulk liquid products throughout three United States coasts. The Company transports petrochemicals, liquid cargoes, inland waterway systems, and dry bulk cargoes. The Company conducts operations in two reportable business segments: The Marine transportation segment which provides marine transportation services, operating tank barges and towing vessels transporting bulk liquid products, and the Distribution and services segment, which provides after-market service, and genuine replacement parts for engines, transmissions, reduction gears, and power generation equipment used in oil and gas and commercial and industrial applications. The company's majority revenue is generated from the Marine Transportation segment.

Employees: 5,233

News

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Sentiment 3-Months
Positive 70.4%
Neutral 25.9%
Negative 3.7%
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
13 days ago
Kirby (KEX) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why
Kirby (KEX) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
Kirby (KEX) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
19 days ago
Kirby EPS Estimates Northbound: Should Investors Buy the Stock?
With KEX shares moving north, we assess the current positioning of the stock to determine if it's a good investment at this juncture.
Kirby EPS Estimates Northbound: Should Investors Buy the Stock?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
19 days ago
Kirby (KEX) Up 5.7% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Kirby (KEX) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
Kirby (KEX) Up 5.7% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
19 days ago
Is Kirby (KEX) Stock Outpacing Its Transportation Peers This Year?
Here is how Kirby (KEX) and ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
Is Kirby (KEX) Stock Outpacing Its Transportation Peers This Year?
Positive
Seeking Alpha
20 days ago
Kirby: Structurally Still In A Good Spot Right Now
Kirby offers unique energy sector exposure through marine transportation of bulk liquids, distinguishing itself from traditional midstream pipelines. Inland pricing momentum and constrained vessel supply underpin robust revenue and EPS growth, with management guiding for over 10% YoY EPS gains. 2027 is poised for significant upside as 40% of inland contracts reset amid favorable rate trends, targeting a return to historical 28% EBIT margins.
Kirby: Structurally Still In A Good Spot Right Now
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
22 days ago
Is KEX a Buy as Marine Demand Rises but Margins Stay Under Pressure?
Kirby's strong marine demand and pricing support growth, but weak margins, thin Q2 free cash flow and a rich historical valuation temper the buy case.
Is KEX a Buy as Marine Demand Rises but Margins Stay Under Pressure?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
22 days ago
KEX Q2 Revenue Growth Puts Marine Margin Recovery in the Spotlight
Kirby's 7.8% Q2 revenue growth highlights strong marine demand, but fuel costs and shipyard activity pressure margins as pricing recovery comes into focus.
KEX Q2 Revenue Growth Puts Marine Margin Recovery in the Spotlight
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Kirby Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates on Fuel Costs, Revenue Beat
KEX's Q2 revenues beat estimates on strong marine demand, but higher fuel costs and shipyard activity kept earnings below expectations.
Kirby Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates on Fuel Costs, Revenue Beat
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Here's Why Kirby (KEX) is a Strong Momentum Stock
The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.
Here's Why Kirby (KEX) is a Strong Momentum Stock
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Wall Street Analysts Predict a 27.41% Upside in Kirby (KEX): Here's What You Should Know
The consensus price target hints at a 27.4% upside potential for Kirby (KEX). While empirical research shows that this sought-after metric is hardly effective, an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions could mean that the stock will witness an upside in the near term.
Wall Street Analysts Predict a 27.41% Upside in Kirby (KEX): Here's What You Should Know
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