KEX Earnings

KEX reported its earnings on 2026-01-29, showcasing a revenue of 851.77M against an estimate of 859.23M, resulting in a -0.87% surprise. The EPS was 1.68, surpassing the expected 1.62 by 3.7% . The stock experienced a -4.65% price change on the earnings day and a -5.81% change over the next five days, reflecting market reactions to the results.

Following KEX's earnings announcement on 2026-01-29, the stock price moved by -4.65% on the day of the release. Over the subsequent five days, it saw a -5.81% change. Historically, KEX's stock price tends to shift by an average of -0.05% in the 10 days leading up to earnings and +4.01% in the 10 days following, providing insight into potential market.

For 2026/Q1, analysts estimate KEX’s annual revenue to reach 852.16M, while the EPS is projected at 1.54. These estimates reflect recent revisions, with revenue estimates revised Revenue No Change by 0% and EPS estimates Revise Downward by -0.33% over the past three months, indicating analyst expectation in the company’s performance.

The correlation between KEX's stock price and earnings forecast revisions shows that positive revisions in revenue or EPS often strengthen the stock’s fundamentals. Over the past three months, revenue estimates for FY2025 were No Change by 0%, while EPS estimates moved Revise Downward by -0.33% . This trend suggests that price dips could present buying opportunities for investors.

Based on historical trends, KEX's stock price typically moves by -0.05% in the 10 days before its earnings and +4.01% in the 10 days after. For the upcoming 2026/Q1 earnings, analysts expect an EPS of 1.54 and revenue of 852.16M.

The earnings call summary and Q&A indicate a mixed outlook. Inland and coastal marine transportation show stable to improving conditions, but uncertainties exist in pricing and demand. The power generation segment has growth potential, but supply chain constraints and inflationary pressures pose risks. Share repurchases and improved free cash flow are positive, but unclear guidance and cautious management responses create uncertainty. Overall, the sentiment is balanced, leading to a neutral stock price prediction.