Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for KEX?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for KEX is "Buy" based on 3 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for KEX?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for KEX is $141.33, representing an upside of 11.6% from the current price of $126.68.

Question 3

What do analyst ratings mean?

Accepted Answer

Analyst ratings indicate investment recommendations: Strong Buy and Buy are bullish signals suggesting the stock may outperform. Hold means the stock is fairly valued. Sell and Strong Sell are bearish signals suggesting potential underperformance. These ratings are based on fundamental analysis and valuation models.

Question 4

What is a price target?

Accepted Answer

A price target is an analyst's projection of a stock's fair value over a specific timeframe, typically 12 months. Analysts use fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and industry comparisons to estimate where the stock should trade. Price targets can range from low (conservative) to high (optimistic) estimates.

Date	Analyst	Firm	Action	Rating	Price Target
Jan 30, 2026	Ben Mohr	Citi	Maintains	Strong Buy	$145.00 → $147.00 +2.00 (1.4%)
Jan 29, 2026	Gregory Lewis	BTIG	Maintains	Strong Buy	$140.00 → $135.00 -5.00 (-3.6%)
Jan 20, 2026	Ben Mohr	Citi	Maintains	Strong Buy	$131.00 → $145.00 +14.00 (10.7%)
Jan 15, 2026	Gregory Lewis	BTIG	Maintains	Strong Buy	$125.00 → $140.00 +15.00 (12.0%)
Jan 9, 2026	Ken Hoexter	BofA Securities	Reiterates	Buy	$127.00 → $142.00 +15.00 (11.8%)
Dec 19, 2025	Ben Mohr	Citi	Maintains	Strong Buy	$128.00 → $131.00 +3.00 (2.3%)

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