Ardmore Shpng (ASC)vsKirby Corporation (KEX)
ASC
Ardmore Shpng
$15.90
+5.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $596.72M
KEX
Kirby Corporation
$135.88
-0.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kirby Corporation generates 984% more annual revenue ($3.36B vs $310.20M). ASC leads profitability with a 13.2% profit margin vs 10.5%. ASC trades at a lower P/E of 16.6x. KEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ASC
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
KEX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+67.0%
Fair Value
$41.18
Current Price
$15.90
$25.28 discount
Margin of Safety
+58.7%
Fair Value
$296.24
Current Price
$135.88
$160.36 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 80.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 102.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
1.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of -53.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASC
The strongest argument for ASC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : KEX
The strongest argument for KEX centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASC
The primary concerns for ASC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : KEX
The primary concerns for KEX are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASC profiles as a value stock while KEX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
KEX is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
KEX generates stronger free cash flow (265M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEX scores higher overall (63/100 vs 61/100) and 20.6% revenue growth. ASC offers better value entry with a 67.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ardmore Shpng
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Ardmore Shipping Corporation is engaged in the global shipping of chemicals and petroleum products. The company is headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda.
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INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Kirby Corporation operates domestic tank barges in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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