KEX
Kirby Corporation
WATER TRANSPORTATION
Kirby (KEX) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$128.17
+4.01 (+3.23%)
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5d:
+0.04%
30d:
-6.29%
90d:
-6.82%
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Updated Nov 11, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (95%)
Quality Score
50/100
Position
OVERSOLD
30-Day Fair Range
$128.85 – $142.03
Position: OVERSOLD
Forward P/E & Valuation
15.0x
FAIR
vs 16.6x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$174.71
+36.3% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$118.00 / $147.61
Trend: Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$240.98
Based on 11.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$149.63
14.3% 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 16.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KEX is currently trading at $128.17, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $128.85 to $142.03. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.0) is in line with its historical norms (16.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 26.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEX is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $118.00, while resistance sits at $147.61. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: KEX scores 62/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $174.71 (+36.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEX is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $118.00, while resistance sits at $147.61. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: KEX scores 62/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $174.71 (+36.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$128.85 -
$142.03
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
95.2%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$128.85 -
$142.03
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support Level
$118.00
Resistance Level
$147.61
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (62/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 36.3% below Wall St target ($174.71)
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.97
Wall Street Target
$174.71
(+36.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
26.7%
Profit Margin
10.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.0 vs 16.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$123.81
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$119.60
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$115.54
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→17)
$128.15
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 18.5%)
$282.83
(+121%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.0, Growth: 18.5%)
$213.13
(+66%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.7, Growth: 18.5%)
$181.16
(+41%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.89 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.94
Bull Case
$168.54
(+32%)
Analyst growth 23.4%, PE expands to 19.7
Base Case
$153.21
(+20%)
Market implied 23.4%, PE stable at 17.9
Bear Case
$84.43
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.2
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 15.0 to 16.6
Stabilization Target:
$142.16
(+10.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+10.9%
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Bullish
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Reddit / WSB Comments
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Last Tracked
Oct 27, 2026
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