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Kirby Corporation (KEX) Insider, 13F Hedge Fund & Politician Buy/Sell Thermometer

$143.93 -1.42% NYSE β€’ Live Quote vs Prior Daily Close (Synced Snapshot) EXT / AFTER-HRS: $143.91

Kirby Corporation (KEX) earns a Roarable Rating of B (Buy) with 75/100 RQD Confidence. High-quality cash engine (steady margins, 9% return on capital) with steady institutional support. The company’s underlying cash engine and institutional positioning keep the composite score in the Green Buy zone.

πŸ“Š Historical Track Record: Scores of 75/100 (B) historically ranked in the Top 12% of excess returns over the next 90 days (+7.4% avg 90D alpha vs SPY β€’ 69.7% hit rate) β†’
ROARABLE B β€’ BUY Cap $7.71B
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As of 2026-11-02, Kirby Corporation (NYSE: KEX) is rated B (Buy / BUY) by Roarable's 5-pillar RQD engine with a composite confidence score of 75/100 at a spot price of $143.93 (-1.42% 1D, market cap $7.71B). Pillar breakdown: Fundamental Cash Engine 11/20, Institutional 13F & Options Flow 16/20, Executive Insider Alignment 16/20, FRED Macro Regime Fit 16/20, and SEC Balance-Sheet Forensics 16/20. Across 1011 tracked Consumer Discretionary issuers, KEX ranks #63 in composite RQD confidence.

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Within the Consumer Discretionary sector (Marine Transportation), KEX carries a Roarable B (75/100 RQD), trailing P/E of 21.7x, gross margin of β€”, and ROIC of 9.3%. By comparison, NCLH (Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.) holds a D- grade (39/100 RQD, P/E 19.8x, ROIC 11.7%, cap $8.37B) and MATX (Matson Inc.) posts a B- grade (71/100 RQD, P/E 15.3x, ROIC 13.5%, cap $6.79B). Among the 5-stock peer group, MATX leads on earnings multiple (15.3x) while MATX leads on capital efficiency (13.5% ROIC).

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Per KEX's SEC EDGAR XBRL 10-K filing (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31, CIK 0000056047), Kirby Corporation generated $3.36B in revenue (+3.0% YoY), $354.6M in net income, and $518.8M in free cash flow against $6.01B in total assets and $911.9M in total debt. Key quantitative strengths: Big institutional funds and options desks are actively positioning on the bullish side.. Primary risk factors monitored: Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.. Institutional options positioning shows a 50% call / 50% put premium split.

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EXT / AFTER-HRS: $143.90 (-0.02%)🧬 Cannibal Buyback (-2.36% YoY Shares)βš™οΈ Cash Engine: 11/20 (D+) β€’ 15.4% FCF Margin
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πŸ“Š Historical Track Record: Scores of 75/100 (B) historically ranked in the Top 12% of excess returns over the next 90 days (+7.4% avg 90D alpha vs SPY β€’ 69.7% hit rate).
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5-PILLAR SNOWFLAKE RADARRw B Β· Rk B+
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Each axis scored 0–20
12M PRICE TARGET CONE+7.6% Base Target
$183 Bull$155 Base$118 Bear
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WHALE OPTIONS SNAPSHOT: β€” (No Active Options Snapshot on file for KEX)Realized 20D OHLCV Swing Band: Β±5.2%
Deterministic 5-Pillar Attribution (75/100 Composite)
πŸ” WHY KEX SCORES 75/100 (B) β€” TOP 3 DRIVERS2 Bullish Pillars + #1 Risk Drag
β–² #1 Bullish Driver: Whale & Options Positioning+16/20 pts (21% of score)

20D Institutional Volume Accumulation (Β±5.2% realized swing band)

β–² #2 Bullish Driver: SEC 10-K Forensic Risk+16/20 pts (21% of score)

Altman Z-Score 3.29 (FORTRESS SAFE (>3.0)) β€’ Piotroski F-Score 8/9

β–Ό #1 Drag / Risk Factor: Cash Engine Quality11/20 pts (-9 pt drag)

Capital intensity & 14.8% operating margin leave 9 pts on the table

πŸ“ˆ PAST 4 QUARTERS RQD vs SUBSEQUENT RETURNQ1 β†’ Q2 β†’ Q3 β†’ Current
Q1 (-3Q)
67
Grade B-$136.77-0.4% Next Q
Q2 (-2Q)
70
Grade B$136.21+0.6% Next Q
Q3 (-1Q)
72
Grade B$137.06+5% Next Q
Current
75
Grade B$143.93+7.4% Hist 90D Ξ±
Trajectory: B- (67) β†’ B (75)Full Audit β†’
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Even with a 75/100 (B) score, KEX faces multiple-compression risk if 21.7x trailing P/E re-rate toward historical sector medians or if hyperscaler/enterprise customer concentration slows in upcoming 10-Q filings.

⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #1

Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.

⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #2

Dilution & Margin Drag: Cannibal Buyback (-2.36% YoY Shares) β€” any gross margin slip below 49.5% triggers an automatic RQD downgrade.

⚠️ Forensic Kill-Switch #3

Technical & Forensic Kill-Switch: A daily close below the 50D SMA ($137.63) or 200D SMA ($137.01) invalidates the momentum regime and cuts Target Base ($154.94) toward Bear Floor ($118.02).

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KEX // CANDLESTICK & AUTO-TRENDLINE WORKSTATION6M: -0.38%πŸ“ HORIZONTAL RANGE
2026-11-02O $146.1H $146.1L $143.9C $143.9VOL 1.09M
RES: $148.4SUP: $126.8SMA50: $137.6SMA200: $137.0
$154.2$143.0$131.8$120.7$109.5RES $148.4SUP $126.8$143.92026-05-042026-06-172026-08-042026-09-182026-11-02
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Share Count & Dilution Monitor (#25)

Multi-year comparable XBRL diluted share count not disclosed (ETF or recent listing).

Reverse-DCF Expectations Hurdle (#30)
15.4%/yr Implied 5Y Growth

vs. +3.0% actual YoY revenue growth (assuming 9.25% cost of equity & 16.5x terminal multiple).

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πŸ“Š Quantitative Sector Peer Comparison, SEC Filing Delta & Investment FAQ (KEX)

Consumer Discretionary Rank #63 of 1011 βš”οΈ NCLH vs KEX Full Matrix β†’

1. Head-to-Head Consumer Discretionary Peer Comparison (KEX vs. NCLH, MATX, INSW, CMBT)

Industry: Marine Transportation (67 Tracked Issuers)

Across 1011 tracked Consumer Discretionary securities in the Roarable RQD universe, Kirby Corporation (KEX) ranks #63 by composite RQD confidence (75/100, grade B) and #204 by equity capitalization ($7.71B). Within this direct 5-issuer industry benchmark cohort, MATX leads on earnings valuation at 15.3x trailing P/E, while MATX leads on capital efficiency and profitability with 13.5% ROIC and β€” gross margin. INSW currently holds the highest overall quantitative score in the immediate peer group at 79/100 (B+) compared with KEX at 75/100 (B).

Ticker / Company Roarable Grade RQD Score Trailing P/E Gross Margin ROIC 1D Change Market Cap Head-to-Head
KEX ACTIVE
Kirby Corporation
B 75/100 21.7x β€” 9.3% -1.42% $7.71B Benchmark Subject
NCLH
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
D- 39/100 19.8x β€” 11.7% -3.57% $8.37B /nclh-vs-kex β†’
MATX
Matson Inc.
B- 71/100 15.3x β€” 13.5% -1.38% $6.79B /matx-vs-kex β†’
INSW
International Seaways Inc.
B+ 79/100 18.8x β€” 11.2% -1.45% $5.81B /insw-vs-kex β†’
CMBT
CMB.TECH NV
D+ 58/100 β€” β€” β€” -1.76% $5.44B /cmbt-vs-kex β†’

2. Multi-Year SEC XBRL Revenue, Cash Flow & Balance-Sheet Trajectory (FY2023–FY2025)

SEC EDGAR 10-K β€’ FILED 2025-12-31 β€’ CIK 0000056047

In its most recent audited fiscal period (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31), Kirby Corporation (KEX) reported GAAP revenue of $3.36B (+3.0% vs. FY2024 revenue of $3.27B , and +8.8% cumulative change since FY2023) , GAAP net income of $354.6M, operating cash flow of $670.2M, and free cash flow of $518.8M (-14.9% YoY). On the balance sheet, KEX closed FY2025 with $6.01B in total assets against $911.9M in total debt (Altman Z-Score: 3.29, Piotroski F-Score: 8/9).

Fiscal Period Filing Date Revenue Net Income Operating Cash Flow Free Cash Flow Total Assets Total Debt
FY2025 (FY) 2025-12-31 $3.36B $354.6M $670.2M $518.8M $6.01B $911.9M
FY2024 (FY) 2024-12-31 $3.27B $286.7M $756.5M $609.5M $5.85B $866.7M
FY2023 (FY) 2023-12-31 $3.09B $222.9M $540.2M $401.1M $4.24B $992.1M

3. KEX Data-Verified Investor FAQ (RQD Rating, Sector Peers, SEC Forensics & Technicals)

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Is KEX stock a Buy, Hold, or Sell right now according to Roarable's RQD model?

As of 2026-11-02, Kirby Corporation (NYSE: KEX) is rated B (Buy / BUY) by Roarable's 5-pillar RQD engine with a composite confidence score of 75/100 at a spot price of $143.93 (-1.42% 1D, market cap $7.71B). Pillar breakdown: Fundamental Cash Engine 11/20, Institutional 13F & Options Flow 16/20, Executive Insider Alignment 16/20, FRED Macro Regime Fit 16/20, and SEC Balance-Sheet Forensics 16/20. Across 1011 tracked Consumer Discretionary issuers, KEX ranks #63 in composite RQD confidence.

How does KEX compare to NCLH and MATX in the Consumer Discretionary sector?

Within the Consumer Discretionary sector (Marine Transportation), KEX carries a Roarable B (75/100 RQD), trailing P/E of 21.7x, gross margin of β€”, and ROIC of 9.3%. By comparison, NCLH (Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.) holds a D- grade (39/100 RQD, P/E 19.8x, ROIC 11.7%, cap $8.37B) and MATX (Matson Inc.) posts a B- grade (71/100 RQD, P/E 15.3x, ROIC 13.5%, cap $6.79B). Among the 5-stock peer group, MATX leads on earnings multiple (15.3x) while MATX leads on capital efficiency (13.5% ROIC).

What are the biggest fundamental strengths and SEC risk factors for KEX?

Per KEX's SEC EDGAR XBRL 10-K filing (FY2025, filed 2025-12-31, CIK 0000056047), Kirby Corporation generated $3.36B in revenue (+3.0% YoY), $354.6M in net income, and $518.8M in free cash flow against $6.01B in total assets and $911.9M in total debt. Key quantitative strengths: Big institutional funds and options desks are actively positioning on the bullish side.. Primary risk factors monitored: Broader market pullbacks can still drag down strong stocks in the short run.. Institutional options positioning shows a 50% call / 50% put premium split.

Where is KEX trading relative to its 50-day, 200-day, and 52-week technical levels?

KEX last traded at $143.93 (-1.42% on volume of 589,418 shares), positioning the stock +4.58% above its 50-day simple moving average ($137.63) and +5.05% above its 200-day simple moving average ($137.01). Across its 52-week range of $101.65 to $157.69, KEX sits at the 75.4% percentile with a 14-day RSI of 64.9 (BULLISH MOMENTUM) and an implied next-earnings move of Β±5.2% ($136.45 to $151.41).

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Are KEX insiders and hedge funds buying or selling?

Roarable's SEC Form 4 and 13F Whale Thermometer currently classifies KEX leadership and institutional positioning as: HEAVY INSIDER & 13F ACCUMULATION.

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KEX β€” Kirby Corporation: What the Facts Mean to a Prospective Investor

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As of: 2026-11-02T15:18:01Z

Roarable Rating Brief: What This Means to a Prospective Investor

Per the Roarable RQD rating, KEX scores 75 out of 100, a B grade labeled "Roarable Buy β€” Good Risk/Reward." The five pillars are:

  • Fundamental Cash Engine: 11 / 20. Per the RQD rating, this reflects ROIC of 9.3% and an FCF yield of 6.73%. This is the weakest pillar, suggesting the cash-generation case is adequate rather than exceptional.
  • Whale 13F Flow: 16 / 20. Per the RQD rating, this reflects institutional accumulation and options positioning. The underlying holder-level detail is not available in source data.
  • Insider Conviction: 16 / 20. Per the RQD rating, this reflects SEC Form 4 and Congressional PTR cluster flow. Transaction-level detail is not available in source data.
  • Macro Regime Fit: 16 / 20. Per the RQD rating, this reflects a beta of 1.08 and sector sensitivity, implying roughly market-level volatility.
  • Forensic Balance Sheet: 16 / 20. Per the RQD rating, this reflects an Altman Z-Score of 3.29, a Piotroski F-Score of 8/9, and a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.27.

For a prospective investor, the upside case rests mainly on balance-sheet strength and institutional and insider signals, while the valuation case is less compelling: the lowest pillar is cash-engine returns, and the stock trades at 21.7x trailing earnings and 13.7x EV/EBITDA. The rating is a structured summary of the source data, not a recommendation.

Snapshot

PriceMarket CapP/E (TTM)Forward P/EEV/EBITDAEPS (TTM)Dividend YieldBeta52-Wk RangeROIC %
146$7.71B21.720.213.76.720%1.08$101.65 - $157.699.3%

Business

Kirby Corporation is a NYSE-listed issuer classified under Consumer Discretionary, Marine Transportation, per the profile. The source data does not describe its products, customers, or revenue model beyond this classification. Operating margin is 14.8% and net margin is 10.5%, per the market data section.

Financial Trend

PeriodRevenueOperating IncomeNet IncomeEPSFCFCashDebt
FY 2025$3364.1M$496.3M$354.6MN/A$518.8M$78.8M$911.9M
FY 2024$3265.9M$399.1M$286.7MN/A$609.5M$74.4M$866.7M
FY 2023$3091.6M$335.1M$222.9MN/A$401.1MN/A$992.1M

Per the SEC financials, revenue, operating income, and net income rose in each reported year from FY 2023 to FY 2025. FCF declined from $609.5M in FY 2024 to $518.8M in FY 2025, and debt fell from $992.1M in FY 2023 to $911.9M in FY 2025. Per the RQD rating, the Altman Z-Score is 3.29, the Piotroski F-Score is 8/9, and the Debt/Equity ratio is 0.27. Per the market data section, ROIC is 9.3% and gross margin is reported as 0%.

Recent Catalysts & News Wire Analysis

Per the recent news section, five items cover KEX. Four are tagged YELLOW and one RED:

  • Yahoo Finance (YELLOW): "What Makes Kirby (KEX) a New Buy Stock," covering market action and institutional positioning.
  • TradingView (YELLOW): "Kirby Corporation Estimates," covering the same themes.
  • Seeking Alpha (YELLOW): a 2026 Q3 results and earnings call presentation dated 2026-10-28.
  • Yahoo Finance (YELLOW): "Kirby (KEX) Surpasses Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates."
  • MarketBeat (YELLOW): an article on what researchers think of the stock.
  • Stock Traders Daily (RED, tagged RISK WATCH): "Precision Trading with Kirby Corporation (KEX) Risk Zones."

The Q3 headlines indicate earnings and revenue above estimates per the news wire, though the underlying figures are not available in source data. The RED-tagged item is a risk-zone trading piece; its substance is not available in source data. The Butterfly supply-chain graph reports no supply-chain links and no proprietary signals.

Butterfly Effect: 2nd-Order Supply-Chain & Sector Ripples

Per the Butterfly Supply-Chain Graph, supply chain is "NONE," with no butterfly links and no proprietary signals. Upstream and downstream dependencies, sector correlations, and second-order bottlenecks are therefore not available in source data. The sector classification (Consumer Discretionary, Marine Transportation) is the only contextual data point; the beta of 1.08 per the market data is the only available indicator of co-movement with the broader market.

Open Questions

  • What are KEX's core products, customers, and revenue segments, given the source data gives only sector and industry classification?
  • What were the Q3 2026 reported earnings and revenue figures, and how did they compare with the estimates referenced in the news wire?
  • What explains the decline in FCF from $609.5M in FY 2024 to $518.8M in FY 2025, and is it expected to persist?
  • Which institutional holders and insiders are driving the whale and insider pillar scores, and what are the transaction sizes and dates?
  • What is the basis for the RED RISK WATCH classification on the Stock Traders Daily item, and what risk zones does it identify?

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πŸ”₯ Official Bull vs. Bear Debate: Is KEX (B β€’ RQD 75/100) a Buy at $146.00?

Welcome to the KEX (Kirby Corporation) Roar Pit. Current RQD Composite is 75/100 (Roarable Buy β€” Good Risk/Reward) in Marine Transportation. Bulls point to operating leverage and sector positioning, while bears focus on macro rate sensitivity and margin execution. Pick your side (πŸ‚ Bull or 🐻 Bear) and drop your price target below.

FO ForensicBear Forensic Accounting Watch 🐻 BEARISH 🎯 Target: $110.96 (-24.0%)
Spot @ $146.00

Pump the brakes on KEX β€” check the valuation vs. margin headwinds

Everyone in here is repeating the bull case on KEX, but look at what you are paying: 21.7x trailing P/E with tightening sector spreads. Unless Kirby Corporation expands free cash flow yield next quarter, I would rather wait for a pullback closer to the 200-day moving average before touching this.

QU QuantViper Verified K Arena Trader πŸ‚ BULLISH 🎯 Target: $178.12 (+22.0%)
Spot @ $146.00

KEX cash flow & RQD setup is being underpriced by the Street here

Looking at the 5-pillar RQD breakdown on KEX, the market is fixating on short-term headline noise in Marine Transportation and ignoring the balance sheet and cash flow trajectory. At $146.00 (52-wk range $101.65 - $157.69), any beat on forward guidance forces shorts and underweight funds to chase.

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