KEX Kirby PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Kirby stock as of Feb 4, 2025 is 20.4. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $5.24 and the stock price of $106.92 per share. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 11% from its last 4 quarters average of 23.0.
KEX PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Kirby for the last ten years is 27.95. The current P/E ratio of 20.4 is 27% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, KEX's PE ratio peaked in the Jun 2021 quarter at 64.51, when the price was $60.64 and the EPS was $0.94. The lowest point was in the Dec 2017 quarter, when it reached 11.89 with a price of $66.8 and an EPS of $5.62.
Kirby PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 332.46% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -52.99% in 2017
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20.98 | -33.48% | $78.48 | $3.74 |
| 2022 | 31.54 | N/A | $64.35 | $2.04 |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | $59.42 | -$4.11 |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A | $51.83 | -$4.55 |
| 2019 | 37.62 | -26.84% | $89.53 | $2.38 |
| 2018 | 51.42 | 332.46% | $67.36 | $1.31 |
| 2017 | 11.89 | -52.99% | $66.8 | $5.62 |
| 2016 | 25.29 | 98.04% | $66.5 | $2.63 |
| 2015 | 12.77 | -21.7% | $52.62 | $4.12 |
| 2014 | 16.31 | -26.7% | $80.74 | $4.95 |
| 2013 | 22.25 | 34.85% | $99.25 | $4.46 |
| 2012 | 16.5 | -16.03% | $61.89 | $3.75 |
| 2011 | 19.65 | -3.63% | $65.84 | $3.35 |
| 2010 | 20.39 | 37.03% | $44.05 | $2.16 |
| 2009 | 14.88 | 58.8% | $34.83 | $2.34 |
Kirby PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | 23.36 | -7.52% | $122.43 | $5.24 |
| Jun 2024 | 25.26 | 12.87% | $119.73 | $4.74 |
| Mar 2024 | 22.38 | 6.67% | $95.32 | $4.26 |
| Dec 2023 | 20.98 | -15.61% | $78.48 | $3.74 |
| Sep 2023 | 24.86 | -5.65% | $82.8 | $3.33 |
| Jun 2023 | 26.35 | -8.12% | $76.95 | $2.92 |
| Mar 2023 | 28.68 | -9.07% | $69.7 | $2.43 |
| Dec 2022 | 31.54 | -16.96% | $64.35 | $2.04 |
| Sep 2022 | 37.98 | N/A | $60.77 | $1.6 |
| Jun 2022 | N/A | N/A | $60.84 | -$3.46 |
| Mar 2022 | N/A | N/A | $72.19 | -$3.76 |
| Dec 2021 | N/A | N/A | $59.42 | -$4.11 |
| Sep 2021 | N/A | N/A | $47.96 | -$3.93 |
| Jun 2021 | 64.51 | 27.34% | $60.64 | $0.94 |
| Mar 2021 | 50.66 | N/A | $60.28 | $1.19 |
KEX average PE ratio chart
Currently, KEX's PE ratio is lower than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
KEX PE vs peers
In comparison to its peer MMLP, KEX's PE ratio is lower, but it is higher than CAT's and EPD's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| EPD Enterprise Products Partners Lp | 12.52 | $72.18B |
| CAT Caterpillar Inc | 16.59 | $173.56B |
| KEX Kirby Corp | 20.69 | $6.22B |
| MMLP Martin Midstream Partners Lp | 33.45 | $143.52M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Kirby's PE ratio?
KEX's price to earnings ratio is 20.4 as of Feb 4, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Kirby (KEX)?
As an average over the last 3 years, KEX stock has a PE ratio of 26.82.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Kirby (KEX)?
As an average over the last 5 years, KEX stock has a PE ratio of 32.41.
What is the highest PE ratio for KEX?
Over the last ten years, the Jun 2021 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 64.51.
How does the current PE ratio for KEX compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of KEX is 27% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is KEX's PE ratio calculated (Kirby PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Feb 4, 2025), Kirby's share price is $106.92. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $5.24. Therefore, Kirby's PE ratio for today is 20.4. PE RATIO(20.4) = STOCK PRICE($106.92) / TTM EPS($5.24)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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