Christian G. O’Neil, President and Chief Operating Officer of Kirby Corp (NYSE:KEX), completed a sale of 11,287 shares of the company’s common stock on March 2, 2026. The disposition generated approximately $1.49 million in proceeds, with a weighted average sale price of $132.34. Individual sale prices reported ranged from $131.50 to $133.44.
The transaction occurred as Kirby shares were trading close to their 52-week high of $134.69. Over the prior six-month period the stock has delivered a strong return of 48%, according to the figures released alongside the trade filing. Following the sale, O’Neil is recorded as directly holding 11,287 shares of the company.
Independent analysis from InvestingPro cited in the filing indicates the stock remains priced below its Fair Value estimate, noting a continued view of undervaluation even after recent gains. The company is characterized as having a "GREAT" financial health score in that analysis and carries a price-to-earnings ratio of 21. Additional valuation context and InvestingPro Tips are available through the Pro Research Report, which covers this company among more than 1,400 U.S. equities.
Kirby’s recent operating results provide further background to the insider sale. For the fourth quarter of 2025 the company reported diluted earnings per share of $1.68, outpacing the forecast of $1.63. Revenue for the quarter came in at $851.8 million, below the expected $861.68 million. That combination - an EPS beat paired with a revenue shortfall - has been a focal point of investor attention and scrutiny.
The company also disclosed a governance change: Tracy A. Embree was appointed as an independent director effective February 16. Embree, the retired President of Otis Americas, is noted as bringing over 25 years of experience in industrial operations and related fields. She is scheduled to stand for election at the company’s annual meeting in April.
Taken together, the insider sale, recent earnings release, and board appointment are developments investors are tracking closely as they assess Kirby’s valuation and near-term outlook.