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Kirby Q4 2025 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Executive summary
2025 was a record year with strong execution in Marine Transportation and Distribution & Services, driving meaningful EPS and free cash flow growth despite seasonal and weather impacts.
Fourth quarter 2025 diluted EPS was $1.68, up from $0.74 in Q4 2024; full year EPS was $6.33, up 29% from 2024.
Over $100 million was returned to shareholders via share repurchases, and $130 million in debt was paid down in Q4 2025.
Free cash flow for 2025 reached $406 million, with strong operational and financial momentum heading into 2026.
Financial highlights
Q4 2025 revenues were $851.8 million, up 6% year-over-year; full year revenues increased to $3.4 billion from $3.3 billion.
Q4 2025 operating income was $129.7 million, up 159% year-over-year; net earnings were $91.8 million, up 114% year-over-year.
Marine Transportation Q4 revenues were $482 million, operating income $100 million, margin 20.8%.
Distribution & Services Q4 revenues were $370.1 million, operating income $30.1 million, margin 8.1%.
Total 2025 cash flow from operations was $670 million; free cash flow reached $406 million, above guidance.
Outlook and guidance
2026 is expected to deliver consistent year-over-year earnings growth, with improving market fundamentals and EPS projected to be flat to up 12%.
Inland Marine barge utilization is projected to average in the low 90% range, with steady pricing improvement; coastal utilization in mid-90% range.
Distribution & Services segment revenues expected to be flat to slightly higher, with power generation offsetting oil and gas weakness.
2026 CapEx guidance is $220–$260 million; free cash flow expected to remain strong.
Net cash from operating activities projected at $575–$675 million in 2026.
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