Kirby Corporation (KEX)vsNavios Maritime Partners LP Unit (NMM)
KEX
Kirby Corporation
$135.88
-0.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.29B
NMM
Navios Maritime Partners LP Unit
$66.42
-2.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kirby Corporation generates 150% more annual revenue ($3.36B vs $1.34B). NMM leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 10.5%. NMM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.19. NMM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
KEX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
NMM
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+58.7%
Fair Value
$296.24
Current Price
$135.88
$160.36 discount
Margin of Safety
+86.1%
Fair Value
$448.81
Current Price
$66.42
$382.39 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 102.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of -53.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEX
The strongest argument for KEX centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NMM
The strongest argument for NMM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 34.1%.
Bear Case : KEX
The primary concerns for KEX are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : NMM
The primary concerns for NMM are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEX profiles as a growth stock while NMM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NMM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — 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
NMM scores higher overall (70/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. KEX offers better value entry with a 58.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Kirby Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Kirby Corporation operates domestic tank barges in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →Navios Maritime Partners LP Unit
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Navios Maritime Partners LP owns and operates dry cargo ships in Asia, Europe, North America and Australia. The company is headquartered in Monaco.
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