Kirby Corporation (KEX) is showing impressive growth, expected to see 9.55% EPS growth in 2025.

Kirby Corporation (KEX) has shown impressive growth, outperforming its industry by 32% in the past 3 months. The company is expected to see a 9.55% EPS growth in 2025 and has repurchased over 1.2M shares, boosting shareholder value. Kirby has a Zacks Rank #2 and a VGM Score of B, with a positive earnings surprise history. The transportation industry to which Kirby belongs has a favorable Zacks Industry Rank. Kirby has a strong balance sheet and has been consistently rewarding shareholders through buybacks. Air Lease Corporation (AL) and SkyWest, Inc. (SKYW) are also worth considering in the transportation sector.

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