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Kirby Corp

104.14 USD
-2.23
2.10%
At close Dec 20, 4:00 PM EST
After hours
103.00
-1.14
1.09%
1 day
-2.10%
5 days
-10.69%
1 month
-19.46%
3 months
-16.35%
6 months
-12.06%
Year to date
31.84%
1 year
30.66%
5 years
18.27%
10 years
29.51%
 

About: Kirby Corp is a domestic tank barge operator, transporting bulk liquid products throughout three United States coasts. The Company transports petrochemicals, black oil, refined petroleum products, and agricultural chemicals by tank barge. 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 revenue is generated from the Marine Transportation segment.

Employees: 5,450

0
Funds holding %
of 6,809 funds
Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

2,949% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $14.5M | Put options by funds: $477K

4% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 57 | Existing positions closed: 55

1% more funds holding

Funds holding: 398 [Q2] → 400 (+2) [Q3]

0% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 140 | Existing positions reduced: 140

4% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $7.04B [Q2] → $6.74B (-$295M) [Q3]

5.68% less ownership

Funds ownership: 100.84% [Q2] → 95.16% (-5.68%) [Q3]

11% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 9 [Q2] → 8 (-1) [Q3]

Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for KEX.

Financial journalist opinion

Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Here's Why Investors Should Retain Kirby Stock to Their Portfolio
While consistent shareholder-friendly initiatives aid KEX's bottom line, a rise in expenses and a debt-laden balance sheet raise concerns.
Here's Why Investors Should Retain Kirby Stock to Their Portfolio
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
Kirby (KEX) Up 10.1% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Kirby (KEX) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
Kirby (KEX) Up 10.1% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
ZIM vs. KEX: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Investors interested in Transportation - Shipping stocks are likely familiar with ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM) and Kirby (KEX). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
ZIM vs. KEX: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Kirby: A Market Leader With Encouraging Growth Prospects
Kirby Corporation is poised for growth, driven by strong marine business pricing, high barge utilization, and favorable new build economics. The Distribution and Services segment benefits from robust demand in data centers, power generation, and a potential Oil & Gas recovery under the Trump administration. Strong pricing momentum and operating leverage should enhance margins, with the company trading at a discount to historical averages, making it a good buy.
Kirby: A Market Leader With Encouraging Growth Prospects
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Kirby Corporation: A GARP In The Marine Transportation Industry
Kirby Corporation is a growth at a reasonable price (GARP) stock, with a 71% price increase over the past year. The company's strong financial performance, effective cost management, and market dominance support a bullish outlook and justify a buy recommendation. KEX's vast fleet and strategic trade routes provide competitive advantages, ensuring consistent business and economies of scale.
Kirby Corporation: A GARP In The Marine Transportation Industry
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Kirby Q3 Earnings & Revenues Surpass Estimates, Increase Y/Y
KEX's third-quarter 2024 earnings and revenues increase year over year.
Kirby Q3 Earnings & Revenues Surpass Estimates, Increase Y/Y
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Kirby Corporation (KEX) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Kirby Corporation (NYSE:KEX ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 30, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Kurt Niemietz - Vice President of Investor Relations and Treasurer David Grzebinski - Chief Executive Officer Raj Kumar - Chief Financial Officer Christian O'Neil - President and Chief Operating Officer Conference Call Participants Daniel Imbro - Stephens Inc. Gregory Lewis - BTIG, LLC Benjamin Nolan - Stifel Financial Corp. Greg Wasikowski - Webber Research & Advisory Ken Hoexter - Bank of America Scott Group - Wolfe Research, LLC Operator Good morning, and welcome to the Kirby Corporation 2024 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call. All participants will be in a listen-only mode.
Kirby Corporation (KEX) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Here's What Key Metrics Tell Us About Kirby (KEX) Q3 Earnings
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Kirby (KEX) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended September 2024, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
Here's What Key Metrics Tell Us About Kirby (KEX) Q3 Earnings
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Kirby (KEX) Beats Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Kirby (KEX) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.55 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.47 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.05 per share a year ago.
Kirby (KEX) Beats Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Neutral
GlobeNewsWire
1 month ago
Kirby Corporation Announces 2024 Third Quarter Results
HOUSTON, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation (“Kirby”) (NYSE: KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, of $90.0 million or $1.55 per share, compared with earnings of $63.0 million, or $1.05 per share for the 2023 third quarter. Consolidated revenues for the 2024 third quarter were $831.1 million compared with $764.8 million reported for the 2023 third quarter.
Kirby Corporation Announces 2024 Third Quarter Results
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