Kirby Corporation (NYSE:KEX) — Market Cap & Net Worth
Market Cap & Net Worth: Kirby Corporation (KEX)
Kirby Corporation (NYSE:KEX) has a market capitalization of $7.43 Billion ($7.43 Billion) as of September 16, 2026. Listed on the NYSE stock exchange, this USA-based company holds position #2764 globally and #996 in its home market, demonstrating a -2.21% decrease in market value over the past year.
Market capitalization, also known as net worth in stock markets, is calculated by multiplying Kirby Corporation's stock price $138.49 by its total outstanding shares 53621000 (53.62 Million). Also see KEX asset base for a full breakdown of the balance sheet.
Kirby Corporation Market Cap History: 2015 to 2026
Kirby Corporation's market capitalization history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows growth from $2.82 Billion to $7.43 Billion (7.06% CAGR). Also see KEX cash flow conversion for how efficiently the company converts equity into cash flow.
Index Memberships
Kirby Corporation is a constituent of 4 market indices:
| Index | Total Market Cap | Weight (%) | Rank by Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
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Dow Jones Composite Average
DJA
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$18.00 Trillion | 0.04% | #58 of 65 |
|
DJC: Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index
DJC
|
$24.92 Trillion | 0.95% | #61 of 65 |
|
Dow Jones Transportation
DJT
|
$871.80 Billion | 4.54% | #16 of 20 |
|
S&P Midcap 400
MID
|
$3.41 Trillion | 0.21% | #181 of 401 |
Weight: Kirby Corporation's market cap as a percentage of total index value. Rank: Position among all constituents by market cap.
Kirby Corporation Market Cap to Earnings & Revenue Ratios Timeline
This chart shows how Kirby Corporation's valuation ratios have evolved. The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio compares market cap to revenue, while the Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio compares market cap to net income. Lower values may indicate a more undervalued company relative to its financial performance. Check Kirby Corporation (KEX) share price today for real-time trading data and today's change.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
1.76x
Kirby Corporation's market cap is 1.76 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
16.66x
Kirby Corporation's market cap is 16.66 times its annual earnings
What These Ratios Tell Investors:
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's sales. Lower P/S ratios may indicate undervaluation.
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's earnings. This is one of the most common valuation metrics.
- Trends in these ratios over time can indicate changing investor sentiment about the company's future growth prospects.
- Industry comparison provides context for whether the company is valued higher or lower than peers.
| Year | Market Cap (USD) | Revenue (USD) | Net Income (USD) | P/S Ratio | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $3.57 Billion | $1.77 Billion | $141.41 Million | 2.01x | 25.22x |
| 2017 | $3.58 Billion | $2.21 Billion | $313.19 Million | 1.62x | 11.44x |
| 2018 | $3.61 Billion | $2.97 Billion | $78.45 Million | 1.22x | 46.04x |
| 2019 | $4.80 Billion | $2.84 Billion | $142.35 Million | 1.69x | 33.73x |
| 2020 | $2.78 Billion | $2.17 Billion | -$272.55 Million | 1.28x | N/A |
| 2021 | $3.19 Billion | $2.25 Billion | -$246.95 Million | 1.42x | N/A |
| 2022 | $3.45 Billion | $2.78 Billion | $122.29 Million | 1.24x | 28.22x |
| 2023 | $4.21 Billion | $3.09 Billion | $222.94 Million | 1.36x | 18.88x |
| 2024 | $5.67 Billion | $3.27 Billion | $286.71 Million | 1.74x | 19.79x |
| 2025 | $5.91 Billion | $3.36 Billion | $354.57 Million | 1.76x | 16.66x |
Competitor Companies of KEX by Market Capitalization
Companies near Kirby Corporation in the global market cap rankings as of September 16, 2026. Review tangible equity quality of Kirby Corporation to assess the quality of the company's equity after excluding intangible assets.
Key companies related to Kirby Corporation by market ranking:
- Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (NSE:ADANIPORTS): Ranked #646 globally with a market cap of $42.70 Billion USD ( Rs3.95 Trillion INR).
- A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S (CO:MAERSK-A): Ranked #817 globally with a market cap of $33.60 Billion USD ( Dkr214.73 Billion DKK).
- COSCO SHIPPING Holdings Co Ltd (SHG:601919): Ranked #909 globally with a market cap of $29.28 Billion USD ( CN¥200.06 Billion CNY).
- Hapag Lloyd AG (XETRA:HLAG): Ranked #1116 globally with a market cap of $23.92 Billion USD ( €20.46 Billion EUR).
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #646 | Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited | NSE:ADANIPORTS | $42.70 Billion | Rs1713.80 |
| #817 | A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S | CO:MAERSK-A | $33.60 Billion | Dkr22500.00 |
| #909 | COSCO SHIPPING Holdings Co Ltd | SHG:601919 | $29.28 Billion | CN¥15.98 |
| #1116 | Hapag Lloyd AG | XETRA:HLAG | $23.92 Billion | €137.50 |
Kirby Corporation Historical Marketcap From 2015 to 2026
Between 2015 and today, Kirby Corporation's market cap moved from $2.82 Billion to $ 7.43 Billion, with a yearly change of 7.06%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $7.43 Billion | +25.69% |
| 2025 | $5.91 Billion | +4.14% |
| 2024 | $5.67 Billion | +34.81% |
| 2023 | $4.21 Billion | +21.96% |
| 2022 | $3.45 Billion | +8.30% |
| 2021 | $3.19 Billion | +14.64% |
| 2020 | $2.78 Billion | -42.11% |
| 2019 | $4.80 Billion | +32.91% |
| 2018 | $3.61 Billion | +0.84% |
| 2017 | $3.58 Billion | +0.45% |
| 2016 | $3.57 Billion | +26.38% |
| 2015 | $2.82 Billion | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On Sep 16th, 2026 the market cap of Kirby Corporation was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $7.43 Billion USD |
| MoneyControl | $7.43 Billion USD |
| MarketWatch | $7.43 Billion USD |
| marketcap.company | $7.43 Billion USD |
| Reuters | $7.43 Billion USD |
Market cap values may vary slightly between sources due to differences in calculation methods, timing, and data refresh rates.
About Kirby Corporation
Kirby Corporation operates domestic tank barges in the United States. Its Marine Transportation segment provides marine transportation service and towing vessels transporting bulk liquid product, as well as operates tank barges throughout the Mississippi River System, on the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, and coastwise along three United States coasts, Alaska, and Hawaii. It transports petrochemical… Read more