Kirby (KEX) – Research Analysts’ Weekly Ratings Updates

Kirby (NYSE: KEX) recently received a number of ratings updates from brokerages and research firms:

• 7/17/2026 – Kirby was upgraded by Weiss Ratings from “hold (c+)” to “buy (b-)”.
• 7/14/2026 – Kirby had its “buy” rating reaffirmed by BTIG Research. They now have a $170.00 price target on the stock.
• 7/13/2026 – Kirby had its price target raised by Citigroup Inc. from $160.00 to $165.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
• 7/8/2026 – Kirby had its price target raised by Bank of America Corporation from $169.00 to $182.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
• 7/1/2026 – Kirby was downgraded by Weiss Ratings from “buy (b-)” to “hold (c+)”.
• 6/13/2026 – Kirby was upgraded by Wall Street Zen from “hold” to “buy”.
• 5/29/2026 – Kirby was upgraded by Weiss Ratings from “hold (c+)” to “buy (b-)”.

Insider Transactions at Kirby

In other news, VP Ronald A. Dragg sold 1,726 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, May 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $145.01, for a total transaction of $250,287.26. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president owned 8,673 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $1,257,671.73. This represents a 16.60% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. Also, VP Amy D. Husted sold 4,000 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, May 15th. The stock was sold at an average price of $145.43, for a total transaction of $581,720.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the vice president owned 10,814 shares in the company, valued at $1,572,680.02. This trade represents a 27.00% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Over the last three months, insiders sold 17,691 shares of company stock valued at $2,579,036. Company insiders own 0.80% of the company’s stock.

Kirby Corporation is a leading domestic maritime transporter of bulk liquid products in the United States. Through its Marine Transportation segment, the company operates one of North America’s largest fleets of inland tank barges and towing vessels. Kirby’s fleet moves petrochemicals, black oil, refined petroleum products and agricultural chemicals along coastal and inland waterways, providing critical logistical support to energy, chemical and agricultural producers.

In addition to its marine operations, Kirby’s Distribution and Services segment offers diesel engine and power generation services, along with aftermarket parts sales.