Kirby Corporation (KEX)

Kirby Corporation beat consensus on both the top and bottom line in the second fiscal quarter of 2026, reported July 29, 2026, based on preliminary results. Revenue rose about 8% to roughly $922.4 million, topping the $870.4 million estimate by about 6%, while EPS came in at $1.67 versus the $1.63 consensus, about 3% ahead and unchanged from a year ago. Net income was about $89.7 million, down roughly 5% from $94.3 million a year earlier, as gross margin held near 24% and operating margin stood around 13%. The company generated operating cash flow of about $97.5 million and repurchased roughly $52.7 million of stock. For the next period, consensus calls for EPS of $1.92 on revenue of $921.6 million.