KEX - Earnings announcements

First quarter 2026 earnings per share of $1.50, representing a 13% increase year-over-yearIncreased the full-year 2026 earnings per share growth guidance range to 5% - 15%, up from the prior guidance of 0% - 12%Acquired 23 barges—including five specialty barges and three high horsepower boats—from an undisclosed seller for $95.8 millionReturned $52.7 million of capital to shareholders through share repurchases during the first quarter of 2026 at an average share price of $123.18 HOUSTON, April 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby" or "the Company") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, of $81.2 million,

HOUSTON, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2026 first quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, April 30, 2026. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a per

2025 fourth quarter and full year earnings per share of $1.68 and $6.33, respectivelyInland marine fourth quarter utilization improved throughout the quarter, averaging in the mid to high-80% range for the quarter with further improvement into the low 90% range already seen in the 2026 first quarter Steady market conditions in coastal marine with operating margins around 20%Power generation revenue increased 10% sequentially and 47% year-over-year, driven by strong order activity and large project winsKirby repurchased 1,030,729 shares at an average price of $98.53 for $101.6 million and reduced debt balances by $130 million in the 2025 fourth quarter2026 earnings per share expected to be fl

HOUSTON, Dec. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2025 fourth quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Standard Time ("CST") on Thursday, January 29, 2026. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CST. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a p

Third quarter 2025 earnings per share of $1.65, up 6% year-over-yearInland marine third quarter impacted by lower utility, averaging in the mid-80% range for the quarter with improvement into the 85-90% range expected and already seen in the fourth quarterSteady market conditions in coastal marine with operating margins improving to around 20%Power generation revenue increased 24% sequentially and 56% year-over-year, helping to drive distribution and services margins to 11%Kirby repurchased 1,314,009 shares at an average price of $91.30 for $120.0 million in the third quarter and an additional 428,955 shares at an average price of $84.13 for $36 million so far in the fourth quarter HOUSTON,

HOUSTON, Sept. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2025 third quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a

Second quarter 2025 earnings per share of $1.67, up 17% year-over-yearInland marine experienced steady market conditions with a sequential increase in spot market prices and operating margins in the low 20% rangeStrong market conditions in coastal marine with operating margins improving to high teens rangePower Generation revenue increased 35% sequentially and 31% year-over-yearKirby repurchased 331,900 shares at an average price of $94.01 for $31.2 million in the second quarter HOUSTON, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, of $94.3 million or $1.67 per share,

HOUSTON, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2025 second quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, July 31, 2025. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a peri

First quarter 2025 earnings per share of $1.33Inland marine experienced improved market conditions with a sequential increase in spot market prices and operating margins around 20% despite an increase in delay daysKirby repurchased 1,258,031 shares at an average price of $99.16 for $124.7 million year-to-date through April 30, 2025Acquired 14 barges, including four specialty barges, and four high horsepower boats from undisclosed seller for $97.3 millionQuarterly earnings and free cash flow expected to strengthen as the year progresses HOUSTON, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the fi

HOUSTON, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2025 first quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, May 1, 2025. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a period

Fourth quarter 2024 GAAP earnings per share of $0.74, and fourth quarter 2024 adjusted earnings per share¹ of $1.29.Fourth quarter 2024 inland marine term contracts repriced higher in the 6-9% range year-over-year.Kirby repurchased 286,697 shares at an average price of $116.16 for $33.3 million and reduced debt balances by $105 million in the 2024 fourth quarter.2025 expected earnings growth of 15% to 25% year-over-year. ¹ Non-GAAP measure. See reconciliation in section titled "One-time Items" HOUSTON, Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024 of $42.8 million

HOUSTON, Dec. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2024 fourth quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Standard Time ("CST") on Thursday, January 30, 2025. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CST. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a p

Third quarter 2024 earnings per share of $1.55Continued strength in inland marine with a sequential increase in spot market prices and operating margins in the low 20% rangeContinued strong market conditions in coastal marine with operating margins improving to the mid-teens rangeStrong free cash flow generation with over $130 million of free cash flow in the third quarterKirby repurchased 483,335 shares at an average price of $115.46 for $55.8 million in the 2024 third quarter HOUSTON, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, of $90.0 million or $1.55 per sha

HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2024 third quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a

Second quarter 2024 earnings per share of $1.43Continued strong market conditions in inland marine with a sequential increase in spot market prices and operating margins in the low 20% rangeContinued strong market conditions in coastal marine with operating margins improving to the low teens rangeKirby repurchased 372,265 shares at an average price of $117.33 for $43.7 million in the 2024 second quarterClosed previously announced acquisition of 13 barges, including three specialty barges, and two high horsepower boats HOUSTON, Aug. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the second quarte

HOUSTON, June 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2024 second quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, August 1, 2024. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a per

First quarter 2024 earnings per share of $1.19Inland marine experienced strong market conditions with a sequential increase in spot market prices and high-teens operating margins despite a sequential increase in delay daysCoastal operating margins improved to high single to low double-digit rangeBreaking out power generation at KDS as its significance continues to grow, constituting 41% of KDS revenues Kirby repurchased 498,505 shares at an average price of $83.82 for $41.8 million in the 2024 first quarterAcquired 13 barges, including three specialty barges, and two high horsepower boats from undisclosed sellerQuarterly earnings expected to strengthen as the year progresses Appoints Christi

HOUSTON, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2024 first quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, April 25, 2024. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a per

2023 fourth quarter and full year earnings per share of $1.04 and $3.72, respectivelyInland marine experienced strong market conditions with a sequential increase in spot market prices and high-teens operating margins despite an increase in delay daysDistribution and services revenue up sequentially and year-over-year despite supply chain delaysKirby repurchased 673,279 shares at an average price of $77.08 for $51.9 million in the 2023 fourth quarter and 1,485,159 at an average price of $75.95 for $112.8 million for the full year2024 expected earnings growth of 30% to 40% year-over-year2024 projected cash flow from operations of $600 million to $700 million HOUSTON, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE N

HOUSTON, Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2023 fourth quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Standard Time ("CST") on Thursday, February 1, 2024. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CST. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a p

Third quarter 2023 earnings per share of $1.05 increases 62% year-over-year and 11% sequentially Despite the Illinois River closure, inland marine experienced strong market conditions with a sequential increase in spot market prices and high-teens operating margins Distribution and services 2023 third quarter operating income improved 49% year-over-year and 11% sequentially  Kirby repurchased 290,255 shares at an average price of $80.31 for $23.3 million HOUSTON, Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 of $63.0 million or $1.05 per share, compared with earnin

HOUSTON, Sept. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2023 third quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, October 26, 2023. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a p

Second quarter 2023 earnings per share of $0.95Inland marine experienced strong market conditions with a sequential increase in spot market prices and utilization in the low 90% range Steady oil and gas demand boosted distribution and services results sequentially despite continued supply chain constraintsStrong cash flow from operations of $211 million with free cash flow of $113 millionKirby repurchased 474,775 shares at an average price of $72.49 for $34.4 million HOUSTON, July 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023 of $57.4 million or $0.95 per share, compared wit

HOUSTON, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2023 second quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, July 27, 2023. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a peri

First quarter 2023 earnings per share of $0.68 Included in the results are two offsetting one-time events. One-time costs related to strategic review and shareholder engagement activities of $0.04 per share which were offset by interest on our delayed IRS refund included in Other income of $0.04 per share. Inland marine experienced strong market conditions with utilization in the low to mid-90% range and sequential increases in spot market prices Marine transportation was impacted by poor navigation conditions with a 31% increase in delay days year-over-year Strong oil and gas demand boosted distribution and services results sequentially despite continued supply chain con

HOUSTON, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2023 first quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, April 27, 2023. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a per

Fourth quarter 2022 earnings per share of $0.62, or earnings per share of $0.67 excluding one-time itemsInland marine results include sequential operating margin improvement, with operating margin improving to the low teensDistribution and services revenue up 28% year-over-year despite supply chain delaysContinued growth expected in 2023 in both inland marine and distribution and services2023 projected cash flow from operations of $480 million to $580 millionBoard increases share repurchase authorization by five million shares HOUSTON, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the fourth quarter ended D

HOUSTON, Dec. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2022 fourth quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a

Third quarter 2022 earnings per share of $0.65Total revenues were $745.8 million, up 25% compared to the 2021 third quarter with steady gains in both marine transportation and distribution and servicesInland marine results included a 35% year-over-year increase in revenues with operating margins in the low double digitsStrong demand led to sequentially higher distribution and services revenue, operating income and margins HOUSTON, Oct. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022 of $39.1 million or $0.65 per share, compared with a net loss of $(264.7) million, or $(4

HOUSTON, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2022 third quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Monday, October 24, 2022. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. A replay of the webcast will be available for a per

Second quarter 2022 earnings per share of $0.47, or earnings per share of $0.49 excluding one-time non-recurring items Inland marine results include a 14% sequential revenue increase, operating margin improvement, and increased spot and term market pricing Coastal marine was profitable with low single digit margins Robust oil and gas demand led to sequentially higher distribution and services revenue, operating income and margins despite persistent supply chain constraints Kirby repurchased 310,047 shares at an average price of $58.33 for $18.1 million Kirby expects continued improvement in marine transportation and distribution and services in the second half of 2022 HOUSTON, July 28

HOUSTON, June 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2022 second quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, July 28, 2022. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session via telephone, please pre-register at Kirby Earnings Call Registration. All registrants will receive dial-in information and a PIN allowing them to access the live call. A replay of the webcast will be available for a peri

First quarter 2022 earnings per share of $0.29Marine transportation impacted by the COVID-19 Omicron variant in January and February, reducing earnings by approximately $0.10 per shareInland marine experienced significant market improvement in March with barge utilization increasing above 90% since mid-March Increased oil and gas demand sequentially boosted distribution and services results despite continued supply chain constraintsQuarterly earnings expected to improve as the year progresses HOUSTON, April 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) today announced net earnings attributable to Kirby for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022 of $17.4 million or

HOUSTON, April 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2022 first quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, April 28, 2022. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session of the webcast, you may access the call by dialing 866-691-5839 within the U.S. and Canada or +1 409-216-0840 internationally. The conference ID for the call is 3044338. A replay of the webcast will be available for a per

Fourth quarter 2021 GAAP earnings per share of $0.18 including a one-time $0.09 per share deferred tax provision related to a change in Louisiana tax lawFourth quarter 2021 adjusted earnings per share of $0.27Solid improvement in inland marine with barge market strengthening and operating margins approaching 10% Distribution and services activity sequentially lower due to supply chain delays and seasonalityMeaningful improvement expected in 2022 in both inland marine and distribution and services2022 projected cash flow from operations of $400 million to $480 million and capital expenditures of $170 to $190 million HOUSTON, Jan. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NY

HOUSTON, Jan. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2021 fourth quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Standard Time ("CST") on Thursday, January 27, 2022. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CST. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session of the webcast, you may access the call by dialing 866-691-5839 within the U.S. and Canada or +1 409-216-0840 internationally. The conference ID for the call is 1878827. A replay of the webcast will be available for a p

Third quarter 2021 GAAP loss per share of $(4.41) including a noncash impairment charge related to coastal marine equipment and goodwillThird quarter 2021 adjusted earnings per share of $0.17 Hurricane Ida reduced earnings by approximately $0.08 per share  Distribution and services delivered strong revenue and operating income improvement led by growth in the oil and gas businesses  The inland marine market has experienced meaningful market improvement during October with Kirby's barge utilization rising into the high 80% range  Net cash flow provided by operating activities was $83 million with free cash flow of $49 million in the third quarter HOUSTON, Oct. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)

HOUSTON, Sept. 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") (NYSE:KEX) will announce its 2021 third quarter results at 6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time ("CDT") on Thursday, October 28, 2021. This announcement will be followed by an earnings conference call webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT. To listen to the webcast, please visit the Investor Relations section of Kirby's website at www.kirbycorp.com. For listeners who wish to participate in the question and answer session of the webcast, you may access the call by dialing 866-691-5839 within the U.S. and Canada or +1 409-216-0840 internationally. The conference ID for the call is 9778118. A replay of the webcast will be available for a p