Kirby Corporation is a prominent marine transportation and diesel engine services company that operates in the inland and offshore markets. The company primarily focuses on the transportation of bulk commodities through its fleet of tank barges, which facilitate the movement of diverse liquids, including chemicals and petrochemicals, along rivers and coastal waterways. In addition to its transportation services, Kirby also provides engine services and repair solutions for marine and industrial applications, leveraging its expertise in diesel engines to support a variety of industries. With a commitment to safety and operational excellence, Kirby plays a vital role in the logistics and energy sectors, contributing to the efficient movement of critical resources. Read More
Marine transportation service company Kirby (NYSE:KEX) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 3.8% year on year to $855.5 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.67 per share was 2.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
HOUSTON, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation (“Kirby”) (NYSE: KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, of $94.3 million or $1.67 per share, compared with earnings of $83.9 million, or $1.43 per share for the 2024 second quarter. Consolidated revenues for the 2025 second quarter were $855.5 million compared with $824.4 million reported for the 2024 second quarter.
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HOUSTON, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE: KEX) will announce its 2025 second quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time (“CDT”) on Thursday, July 31, 2025. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT.
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Marine transportation service company Kirby (NYSE:KEX) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 2.8% year on year to $785.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.33 per share was 3.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
As the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here’s a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q1. Today, we are looking at marine transportation stocks, starting with Kirby (NYSE:KEX).
Marine transportation service company Kirby (NYSE:KEX) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 2.8% year on year to $785.7 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.33 per share was 4.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
HOUSTON, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation (“Kirby”) (NYSE: KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, of $76.0 million or $1.33 per share, compared with earnings of $70.1 million, or $1.19 per share for the 2024 first quarter. Consolidated revenues for the 2025 first quarter were $785.7 million compared with $808.0 million reported for the 2024 first quarter.
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