Kirby (KEX) Q2 EPS Jumps 17%

Kirby (NYSE:KEX), a leading U.S. tank barge operator and diversified industrial services provider, posted its latest earnings on July 31, 2025, covering the quarter. The company reported GAAP earnings per share of $1.67, just above analyst expectations of $1.66 (GAAP). Total GAAP revenue reached $855.5 million, surpassing GAAP consensus by $2.99 million. Both GAAP net earnings per share and revenue were higher than in Q2 2024. The quarter showed margin and topline improvement, but management took a more cautious tone for the remainder of 2025, noting trade and demand uncertainties. Overall, the period reflected disciplined execution despite signals of emerging softness in some markets. Source: Analyst estimates provided by FactSet. Management expectations based on management's guidance, as provided in Q1 2025 earnings report. Kirby is the dominant operator in the U.S. tank barge sector, holding about 27% of the inland market as of December 31, 2024 and 11% of the coastal market as of December 31, 2024 through a fleet of over 1,100 inland and 28 coastal tank barges. Its operations span marine transportation of bulk liquids and a distribution and services unit that delivers industrial equipment repair and parts.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool