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.

Zacks Investment Research • 19 hours 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.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 28, 2026

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?

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 28, 2026

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.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 28, 2026

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.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 27, 2026

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.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 25, 2026

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.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 25, 2026

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.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 3, 2026

Here's Why Kirby (KEX) is a Strong Momentum Stock

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Zacks Investment Research • Jul 31, 2026

Kirby Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Kirby NYSE: KEX reported second-quarter 2026 earnings per share of $1.67, up 11% sequentially and unchanged from the prior-year quarter, as strong marine transportation utilization and growth in power generation and marine repair supported results.

MarketBeat • Jul 30, 2026