KIRBY CORP (KEX) Stock
KEX has an Alpha Score of 41 out of 100 (weak), computed on Nov 7, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 1 member of Congress disclosed 1 trade in KEX since 2025: 1 purchase and 0 sales, most recently Angus S King (purchase, Jul 21, 2025). 7 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported KEX in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is D.E. Shaw's at $91.33M. Company insiders reported 0 open-market buys and 1 sale on SEC Form 4 in the 90 days to Nov 9, 2026. Its trailing P/E ratio is 18.0 and its net margin 10.2% (key statistics as of Nov 7, 2026).
What is KEX's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 41 reflects weak overall profile with poor momentum, moderate value, moderate quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Nov 7, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which members of Congress traded KIRBY CORP (KEX)?
Most recent: Angus S King (purchase, Jul 21, 2025); records start Jul 21, 2025.
| Politician | Trade date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angus King I-ME · Senate | 2025-07-21 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
From STOCK Act periodic transaction reports. House filings as of Nov 6, 2026.
See all KEX political trades →Which hedge funds own KEX?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| D.E. Shaw David Shaw | 672K | $91.33M | +299% |
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 338K | $45.96M | -46% |
| Millennium Management Israel Englander | 168K | $22.83M | -47% |
| Point72 Steve Cohen | 139K | $18.95M | +725% |
| Bridgewater Associates Ray Dalio | 86K | $11.75M | -34% |
| Marshall Wace | 26K | $3.57M | +838% |
| Blackstone | 4K | $488.0K | NEW |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →Are KIRBY CORP insiders buying or selling?
SEC Form 4 filings| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2, 26 | Grzebinski David W | CEO | SELL | 18.3K | $2.6M |
SEC Form 4 filings as of Nov 9, 2026
See cluster-buy signals across all tickers →What are KEX's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Nov 7, 2026
How does KEX's valuation compare with the Industrials sector?
| Metric | KEX | Industrials median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 18.0 | 27.6 | 193 |
| Net margin | 10.18% | 8.12% | 216 |
| Return on equity | 10.45% | 15.27% | 216 |
Medians over the Industrials stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 10, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
KEX price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does KIRBY CORP do?
Kirby Corporation is a premier operator within the marine transportation industry in the United States, providing vital shipping and transportation services on the nation's inland and coastal waterways. Kirby specializes in the transport of bulk liquid products, such as petrochemicals, black oil, refined petroleum products, and agricultural chemicals. As a key player in the logistics chain for these commodities, Kirby Corporation supports sectors like energy, agriculture, and manufacturing, ensuring the crucial movement of raw materials and finished goods. In addition to maritime operations, Kirby also offers a complementary service of diesel engine services and the sale of related parts, particularly catering to the marine, power generation, and industrial sectors. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Kirby Corporation is strategically positioned to capitalize on the significant infrastructures of waterways in the U.S., emphasizing safe and efficient marine transport, which plays a vital role in the overall economic landscape and supply chain logistics.