Costamare Inc (CMRE)vsKirby Corporation (KEX)
CMRE
Costamare Inc
$15.28
+1.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.83B
KEX
Kirby Corporation
$139.42
+0.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kirby Corporation generates 307% more annual revenue ($3.49B vs $857.38M). CMRE leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 10.2%. CMRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.40. CMRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CMRE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
KEX
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.4%
Fair Value
$15.72
Current Price
$15.28
$0.44 premium
Margin of Safety
-7.2%
Fair Value
$114.07
Current Price
$139.42
$25.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.0%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 4.0%
0.0% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 39.5% and operating margin at 47.0%.
Bull Case : KEX
The strongest argument for KEX centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CMRE
The primary concerns for CMRE are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : KEX
The primary concerns for KEX are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMRE profiles as a declining stock while KEX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMRE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
KEX is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
KEX generates stronger free cash flow (890,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMRE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 39.5% margins. Both earn "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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