Kirby (KEX) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KEX - Kirby Corporation
$137.87
4.41 (3.30%)
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5d:
+6.98%
30d:
-2.65%
90d:
+3.69%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: KEX shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: KEX shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$231.40
Based on 10.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$143.68
4.0% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KEX is currently trading at $137.87, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $133.07 to $140.85. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.5) is in line with its historical norms (16.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEX is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $139.15. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: KEX scores 78/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $165.50 (+20.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEX is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $139.15. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: KEX scores 78/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $165.50 (+20.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$133.07 -
$140.85
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.5%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (78/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.3%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($165.50)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 18% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$133.07 -
$140.85
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$6.72
(4.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$127.62
Resistance Level
$139.15
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.54
Wall Street Target
$165.50
(+20.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.8%
Profit Margin
10.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.5 vs 16.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$137.59
(0%)
2-Year Target
$137.32
(0%)
3-Year Target
$137.04
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→17)
$138.39
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 17.6%)
$276.56
(+101%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.5, Growth: 17.6%)
$224.20
(+63%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.1, Growth: 17.6%)
$190.57
(+38%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.16 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.62
Bull Case
$184.88
(+34%)
Analyst growth 25.9%, PE expands to 22.2
Base Case
$168.07
(+22%)
Market implied 25.9%, PE stable at 20.2
Bear Case
$90.75
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 16.5 to 16.7
Stabilization Target:
$139.22
(+1.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.0%
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Last updated: October 02, 2026 10:13 PM ET
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