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Kirby Corporation Announces 2025 First Quarter Results
First quarter 2025 earnings per share of $1.33Inland marine experienced improved market conditions with a sequential increase in spot market prices and operating margins around 20% despite an increase in delay daysKirby repurchased 1,258,031 shares at an average price of $99.16 for $124.7 million year-to-date through April 30, 2025Acquired 14 barges, including four specialty barges, and four high horsepower boats from undisclosed seller for $97.3 millionQuarterly earnings and free cash flow expe
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