Kirby Corporation (NYSE:KEX) is a prominent player in the marine transportation and diesel engine services industry. The company operates a fleet of inland tank barges and towing vessels, providing transportation of bulk liquid products. Kirby also offers diesel engine services, catering to the marine, power generation, and industrial sectors. Its competitors include companies like Ingram Barge Company and American Commercial Barge Line.
On January 8, 2026, Wolfe Research set a new price target of $134 for KEX, which was trading at $125.99 at the time. This target suggests a potential increase of 6.36% from the current price. The stock has received a "Moderate Buy" consensus from seven analysts, as reported by Marketbeat Ratings. Among these analysts, five have given a buy rating, while two have assigned a hold rating.
The average 12-month price target set by analysts is $124.00, slightly below the current trading price. Bank of America recently adjusted their price objective for Kirby, lowering it from $110.00 to $107.00, but maintained a "buy" rating. In contrast, Wall Street Zen upgraded Kirby's shares from a "hold" to a "buy" rating, indicating positive sentiment.
Evercore ISI increased their price target for Kirby from $109.00 to $122.00, giving the company an "outperform" rating. Meanwhile, Weiss Ratings reiterated a "hold (c+)" rating on the company's shares. The stock has shown a price increase of 2.73, or 2.21%, with a trading range between $122.58 and $126.06 today.
Kirby's market capitalization stands at approximately $7.12 billion, with a trading volume of 738,717 shares. The stock's highest price over the past year is $126.06, while the lowest was $79.52. This reflects the company's resilience and potential for growth in the competitive marine transportation and diesel engine services industry.
