Kirby Corporation (KEX)
| Market Cap | 6.50B +9.6% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 3.60B +8.5% |
| Net Income | 373.51M +22.2% |
| EPS | 6.95 +29.5% |
| Shares Out | 52.29M |
| PE Ratio | 17.88 |
| Forward PE | 14.89 |
| Dividend | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Volume | 187,332 |
| Open | 121.71 |
| Previous Close | 121.00 |
| Day's Range | 118.00 - 124.23 |
| 52-Week Range | 105.10 - 157.69 |
| Beta | 0.81 |
| Analysts | Strong Buy |
| Price Target | 174.71 (+40.63%) |
| Earnings Date | Oct 28, 2026 |
About KEX
Kirby Corporation operates domestic tank barges in the United States. Its Marine Transportation segment provides marine transportation service and towing vessels transporting bulk liquid product, as well as operates tank barges throughout the Mississippi River System, on the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, and coastwise along three United States coasts, Alaska, and Hawaii. It transports petrochemicals, black oils, refined petroleum products, and agricultural chemicals by tank barges; and operates offshore dry-bulk barges and tugboat units that are ... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, Kirby's revenue was $3.36 billion, an increase of 3.01% compared to the previous year's $3.27 billion. Earnings were $354.52 million, an increase of 23.67%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 7 analysts, the average rating for KEX stock is "Strong Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $174.71, which is an increase of 40.63% from the latest price.
News
Kirby price target raised to $210 from $200 at JPMorgan
JPMorgan raised the firm’s price target on Kirby (KEX) to $210 from $200 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
Kirby price target raised to $175 from $170 at Stephens
Stephens raised the firm’s price target on Kirby (KEX) to $175 from $170 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares as the firm adjusted estimates following earnings. Published first…
Kirby Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2026
Q3 EPS reached a record $2.09, up 27% YoY, as both segments grew. FY26 earnings growth guidance narrowed to 10%-15%, with results expected toward the upper end, supported by improving inland pricing and strong power demand.
Kirby Earnings release: Q3 2026
Kirby released its Q3 2026 earnings on October 28, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Kirby Slides: Q3 2026
Kirby has posted slides in relation to its Q3 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on October 28, 2026.
Kirby Quarterly report: Q3 2026
Kirby has published its Q3 2026 quarterly earnings report on October 28, 2026.
Kirby Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2026 Results
HOUSTON, Oct. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation (“Kirby” or “the Company”) (NYSE: KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, o...
United ‘Still Solidly Profitable' as Fuels Costs Rise, CEO Kirby Says
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby discusses the company's ability to pass along higher fuel costs and seeing continued strength in customer demand. Kirby also shares his thoughts on a wealth tax and oth...
Kirby initiated with an Overweight at JPMorgan
JPMorgan initiated coverage of Kirby (KEX) with an Overweight rating and $200 price target implying 40% upside from current levels. Kirby is the largest U.S. tank barge operator, moving petrochemicals...
Kirby price target lowered to $169 from $170 at Citi
Citi lowered the firm’s price target on Kirby (KEX) to $169 from $170 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares as part of a Q3 earnings preview. Published first…
Kirby Corporation Announces Date for 2026 Third Quarter Earnings Release and Earnings Webcast
HOUSTON, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE: KEX) will announce its 2026 third quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time (“CDT”) on Wednesday, October 28, 20...
Kirby price target lowered to $160 from $164 at BofA
BofA analyst Ken Hoexter lowered the firm’s price target on Kirby (KEX) to $160 from $164 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm lowered the multiple it…
Kirby Slides: Investor presentation
Kirby has posted slides in relation to its latest quarterly earnings report, which was published on September 2, 2026.
Kirby price target raised to $170 from $165 at Citi
Citi raised the firm’s price target on Kirby (KEX) to $170 from $165 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
Kirby Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026
Second quarter results showed strong revenue growth in both marine transportation and Distribution & Services, with robust demand, high utilization, and improving pricing. Management reaffirmed full-year EPS growth guidance, expecting results toward the upper end, supported by a record power generation backlog and continued pricing momentum.
Kirby Earnings release: Q2 2026
Kirby released its Q2 2026 earnings on July 29, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Kirby Slides: Q2 2026
Kirby has posted slides in relation to its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on July 29, 2026.
Kirby Quarterly report: Q2 2026
Kirby has published its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report on July 29, 2026.
Kirby reports Q2 EPS $1.67, consensus $1.63
Reports Q2 revenue $922.4M, consensus $871.57M. David Grzebinski, Kirby’s (KEX) Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Our second quarter results reflected strong execution across both businesses, drivi...
Kirby backs FY26 EPS view up 5%-15%
Grzebinski stated, “As we enter the second half of 2026, we remain encouraged by the momentum across our businesses. Inland marine fundamentals continue to strengthen, supported by healthy utilization...
Kirby Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results
Second quarter 2026 earnings per share of $1.67, in line with the prior year and up 11% sequentially Marine transportation revenues increased 9% year-over-year as market fundamentals strengthened, sup...
Kirby price target raised to $165 from $160 at Citi
Citi analyst Ben Mohr raised the firm’s price target on Kirby (KEX) to $165 from $160 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
Kirby resumed with an Overweight at Stephens
Stephens analyst Bascome Majors resumed coverage of Kirby (KEX) with an Overweight rating and $175 price target The transport cycle is broadly improving, with more fundamental upside potential than do...
Kirby price target raised to $182 from $169 at BofA
BofA analyst Ken Hoexter raised the firm’s price target on Kirby (KEX) to $182 from $169 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. Kirby’s Marine Transportation and Power Generation…
Kirby Corporation Announces Date for 2026 Second Quarter Earnings Release and Earnings Webcast
HOUSTON, June 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE: KEX) will announce its 2026 second quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time (“CDT”) on Wednesday, July 29, 2026....