KEX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KEX - Kirby Corporation
$147.37
0.67 (0.46%)
▲
5d:
+3.62%
30d:
+3.42%
90d:
+21.41%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
Smart Money Accumulation
KEX is down 5.5% this week, but smart money is accumulating calls. Top strike: $140 2026-06-18 with 86 OI. Call ratio: 100% View Scanner →
Strength: 7.8/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: KEX shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.4% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: KEX shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 2.4% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$230.20
Based on 11.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$142.94
Trading above historical range
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 $147.37, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $140.86 to $148.88. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.8) is in line with its historical norms (16.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEX is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $150.15. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. 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 $166.33 (+12.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEX is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $150.15. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. 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 $166.33 (+12.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$140.86 -
$148.88
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
70.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($166.33)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$140.86 -
$148.88
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$7.71
(5.2%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$140.14
Resistance Level
$150.15
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.82
Wall Street Target
$166.33
(+12.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
12.8%
Profit Margin
10.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.4% premium
PE vs Historical
17.8 vs 16.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$150.91
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$154.53
(+5%)
3-Year Target
$158.24
(+7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→17)
PE COMPRESSION
$147.42
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 18.0%)
$299.14
(+103%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.8, Growth: 18.0%)
$241.84
(+64%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.1, Growth: 18.0%)
$205.56
(+40%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.57 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.50
Bull Case
$205.33
(+39%)
Analyst growth 27.2%, PE expands to 24.8
Base Case
$186.67
(+27%)
Market implied 27.2%, PE stable at 22.6
Bear Case
$99.76
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
11
Sells
Net
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