Kirby (KEX) Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD): 0.00 (As of Mar. 2026)

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KEX Kirby Corp KEX
81 GF Score
Price $144.16
GF Value $120.04
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Kirby Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD)?

Kirby KEX +0.56% 81 Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates KEX with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $120.04 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

The historical rank and industry rank for Kirby's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) or its related term are showing as below:

KEX's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is not ranked *
in the Transportation industry.
Industry Median:
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Kirby  (NYSE:KEX) Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Explanation

Vessel operating expenses includes the costs below:
(1) crew wages and travel; (2) management fees; (3) hull and machinery and P&I insurance premiums; (4) stores; (5) lubricants; (6) spare parts; (7) maintenance and repairs; (8) survey and certification; and (9) drydocking. Running costs are calculated as a fixed daily cost.

Kirby Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Related Terms

Kirby Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kirby's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) can be seen below:

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* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Kirby Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Chart

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KEX vs MATX, ZIM, SBLK: Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Kirby's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD), along with its competitors' market caps and Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

KEX
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Kirby Corp KEX
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) of 0.00 mean?
Kirby (KEX) has a Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) of 0.00 as of Mar. 2026.
Is Kirby's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) too high?
Kirby's current Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00. Overall, Kirby has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kirby's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) compare to MATX and ZIM?
Kirby's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) of 0.00 can be compared against companies in the Transportation industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) for a Transportation company?
A good Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) depends on the Transportation industry context. However, Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) mean?
A high Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Kirby's current Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kirby stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kirby (KEX) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $120.04, compared to a current price of $144.16 — trading 20.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00. Kirby's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) calculated?
Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kirby (KEX), the current Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Kirby (KEX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kirby stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $144.16 is trading 20.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $120.04. GuruFocus considers Kirby to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KEX:

  • Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD): 0.00
  • GF Value™: $120.04 vs. price of $144.16 (20.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the KEX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Kirby Business Description

Other Exchanges KIY:Germany
Address 55 Waugh Drive, Suite 1000, Houston, TX, USA, 77007
Kirby Corp is a domestic tank barge operator, transporting bulk liquid products throughout three United States coasts. The Company transports petrochemicals, liquid cargoes, inland waterway systems, and dry bulk cargoes. The Company conducts operations in two reportable business segments: The Marine transportation segment which provides marine transportation services, operating tank barges and towing vessels transporting bulk liquid products, and the Distribution and services segment, which provides after-market service, and genuine replacement parts for engines, transmissions, reduction gears, and power generation equipment used in oil and gas and commercial and industrial applications. The company's majority revenue is generated from the Marine Transportation segment.
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$144.16
Price
$120.04
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