Costamare Inc (CMRE)vsKirby Corporation (KEX)
CMRE
Costamare Inc
$17.05
-2.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.06B
KEX
Kirby Corporation
$135.88
-0.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kirby Corporation generates 283% more annual revenue ($3.36B vs $877.90M). CMRE leads profitability with a 41.5% profit margin vs 10.5%. CMRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.40. CMRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
CMRE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
KEX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.4%
Fair Value
$144.61
Current Price
$17.05
$127.56 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.5%
Earnings expanding 142.9% YoY
Earnings expanding 102.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 5.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of -53.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMRE
The strongest argument for CMRE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.5% and operating margin at 47.5%.
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 : CMRE
The primary concerns for CMRE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KEX
The primary concerns for KEX are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMRE profiles as a declining stock while KEX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMRE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — 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
CMRE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 41.5% 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.
Costamare Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Costamare Inc. owns and leases container ships to shipping companies around the world. The company is headquartered in Monaco.
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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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