Global Ship Lease Inc (GSL)vsKirby Corporation (KEX)
GSL
Global Ship Lease Inc
$38.49
-2.43%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.42B
KEX
Kirby Corporation
$135.88
-0.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kirby Corporation generates 347% more annual revenue ($3.36B vs $752.97M). GSL leads profitability with a 55.3% profit margin vs 10.5%. GSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. GSL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
GSL
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
KEX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.8%
Fair Value
$266.30
Current Price
$38.49
$227.81 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 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.8%
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 102.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
3.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of -53.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GSL
The strongest argument for GSL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 55.3% and operating margin at 46.8%. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : GSL
The primary concerns for GSL are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : KEX
The primary concerns for KEX are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GSL profiles as a value stock while KEX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GSL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — 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
GSL scores higher overall (79/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 55.3% 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.
Global Ship Lease Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Global Ship Lease, Inc. owns and leases container ships of various sizes under flat rate freight to container shipping companies. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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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