KirbyKEX -0.86%84 EV-to-FCF is 16.23 as of Jul. 03, 2026, which is 38% below its 10-year median of 26.34. GuruFocus rates KEX with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $119.30 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 670 Transportation companies, Kirby ranks worse than 58.21% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Kirby's Enterprise Value is $8,072 Mil.
Kirby's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $497 Mil. Therefore, Kirby's EV-to-FCF for today is 16.23.
The historical rank and industry rank for Kirby's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
KEX'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.08 Med: 26.34 Max: 153.69
Current: 16.23
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Kirby was 153.69. The lowest was 11.08. And the median was 26.34.
KEX's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 58.21% of 670
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 14.205
vs KEX: 16.23
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
As of today (2026-07-03), Kirby's stock price is $129.84.
Kirby's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $6.500. Therefore, Kirby's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 19.98.
Kirby (NYSE:KEX) EV-to-FCF Explanation
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Kirby's share price for today is $129.84.
Kirby's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $6.500.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Kirby EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Kirby EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Kirby's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * 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.
For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Kirby's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.
Kirby EV-to-FCF vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Kirby's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Kirby's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Kirby's current Enterprise Value is $8,072 Mil.
Kirby's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $497 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * 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 (KEX) has a EV-to-FCF of 16.23 as of Jul. 03, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Kirby and its competitors. This is 38% below median its historical median of 26.34. Over the past decade, Kirby's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.08 to 153.69. According to the industry distribution chart, Kirby ranks #390 out of 670 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 58.2%.
Is Kirby's EV-to-FCF too high?
Kirby's current EV-to-FCF of 16.23 is 38% below median its 10-year median of 26.34. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.08 to a high of 153.69. The Transportation industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.21. Kirby's value of 16.23 is 14.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kirby ranks #390 out of 670 companies in the Transportation industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Kirby has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kirby's EV-to-FCF compare to MATX and ZIM?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Kirby ranks #390 out of 670 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Kirby in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.21. Kirby's value of 16.23 is 14.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Kirby's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 11.08 to 153.69 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.34 vs. the industry median of 14.21, Kirby has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Transportation company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Transportation companies is 14.21, based on 670 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Kirby's current EV-to-FCF of 16.23 is 14.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Kirby and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.21 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kirby's current EV-to-FCF is 16.23, which is 38% below median its own 10-year median of 26.34. 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 Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $119.30, compared to a current price of $129.84 — trading 8.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 16.23, which is 38% below median its 10-year median of 26.34 and 14.3% above the Transportation industry median of 14.21. Kirby's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kirby (KEX), the current EV-to-FCF is 16.23 as of Jul. 03, 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 $129.84 is trading 8.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $119.30.
GuruFocus considers Kirby to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for KEX:
EV-to-FCF: 16.23 (38% below median its 10-year median of 26.34)
GF Value™: $119.30 vs. price of $129.84 (8.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 14.3% above the Transportation median (#390 of 670)
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 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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