KEX

In the past six months, Kirby Corp. (KEX) stock increased by 59.29% between September 10, 2025, and September 9, 2026, and by 53.34% over the last 12 months. For Q1 2026, reported April 30, 2026, Kirby announced net earnings of $1.50 per share, a 13% year-over-year increase, and total revenues of $844.1 million, reflecting improving market conditions in marine transportation and strong year-over-year revenue growth in distribution and services. The company also acquired 23 barges and three high-horsepower boats for $95.8 million, repurchased $52.7 million of shares, and increased its full-year 2026 earnings per share growth guidance to 5%-15%. Q2 2026 earnings, reported July 30, 2026, highlighted strong revenue growth in both segments due to robust demand, high utilization, and improving pricing, with management reaffirming full-year EPS growth guidance towards the upper end. Q2 2026 EPS was $1.67 and revenue was $922.40 million, both exceeding estimates. As of September 23, 2026, analysts have a 'Moderate Buy' consensus rating with an average price target of $163.20, representing about 25.2% upside. The stock reached its all-time high of $157.69 on April 29, 2026.