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Kirby Corporation Announces First Quarter 2026 Results
First quarter 2026 earnings per share of $1.50, representing a 13% increase year-over-yearIncreased the full-year 2026 earnings per share growth guidance range to 5% - 15%, up from the prior guidance of 0% - 12%Acquired 23 barges—including five specialty barges and three high horsepower boats—from an undisclosed seller for $95.8 millionReturned $52.7 million of capital to shareholders through share repurchases during the first quarter of 2026 at an average share price of $123.18 HOUSTON, April 3
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