World Kinect (WKC) Stock Overview
Operates as an energy management company in the United States, rest of the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$35.95 |
| 52 Week High | US$41.20 |
| 52 Week Low | US$22.21 |
| Beta | 1.18 |
| 1 Month Change | 0% |
| 3 Month Change | 12.55% |
| 1 Year Change | 37.85% |
| 3 Year Change | 52.98% |
| 5 Year Change | 3.66% |
| Change since IPO | 4,074.84% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Analysis Article • Aug 01
Broker Revenue Forecasts For World Kinect Corporation (NYSE:WKC) Are Surging Higher
Shareholders in World Kinect Corporation ( NYSE:WKC ) may be thrilled to learn that the analysts have just delivered a...Seeking Alpha • Jul 28
World Kinect Corporation: The Earning Surge Is Real, But So Are The Risks (Earnings Review)
Summary World Kinet Corporation (WKC) has benefited from war-driven fuel supply turmoil, expanding margins and delivering record earnings across aviation and marine segments. WKC raised annual EPS guidance by 43% since pre-war estimates, yet management maintains a conservative outlook, avoiding extrapolation of current elevated margins. Despite a 60% stock price surge, WKC trades at 6.6x normalized earnings, supporting a dividend increase, and continues steady share buybacks, justifying a HOLD rating. Free cash flow has turned negative in 2026 due to working capital needs and higher inventory costs, despite a projected 35% y-o-y EBITDA gain. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jul 24
WKC: Fuel Volatility And Cost Controls Will Guide Balanced Future Returns
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for World Kinect from $34.00 to $42.00, reflecting higher price targets and updated assumptions on earnings power as they factor in recent research citing fuel price volatility, cost savings efforts, and adjusted midstream infrastructure estimates. Analyst Commentary on World Kinect Recent research on World Kinect highlights a mix of caution and optimism, with some bullish analysts pointing to stronger earnings power tied to fuel price volatility and ongoing efforts to streamline operations and pursue cost savings.Narrative Update • Jun 26
WKC: Higher Payouts And Buybacks Will Shape Balanced Future Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their price target for World Kinect from $31.00 to $34.00, citing an updated view of fair value, a slightly lower discount rate, and a higher assumed future P/E multiple. Together, these factors support a higher valuation despite more cautious inputs for revenue growth and profit margins.Narrative Update • Apr 23
WKC: Geopolitical Volatility And Buybacks Will Shape Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on World Kinect to $25 from $27, citing a more cautious stance on midstream equities and a wider range of potential outcomes for global oil and gas markets following recent U.S. military action in Iran. Analyst Commentary Even with the lower US$25 price target, recent research highlights a few constructive points that bullish analysts are watching around World Kinect, especially as the market reassesses risk in midstream names after recent U.S. military action in Iran.Narrative Update • Apr 07
WKC: Geopolitical Volatility And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on World Kinect by $2 to $25, citing a more cautious stance tied to near term pullback risk in midstream equities and a wider range of potential outcomes for global oil and gas markets. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on World Kinect centers on a reset of expectations, with the average price target now at $25.Narrative Update • Mar 24
WKC: Geopolitical Volatility And Share Repurchases Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their target on World Kinect by $2 to $25 as they factor in a wider range of outcomes for global oil and gas markets following recent U.S. military action in Iran and maintain a cautious stance on midstream equities. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts acknowledge the lower US$25 target, but some still point to potential upside if World Kinect can execute well through the current period of uncertainty in global energy flows.Narrative Update • Mar 07
WKC: Share Repurchases And Geopolitical Volatility Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update on World Kinect Analysts have trimmed their price target on World Kinect by $2 to $25, reflecting a more cautious stance that factors in updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, as well as wider potential outcomes for global oil and gas markets following recent geopolitical developments. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on World Kinect points to a more cautious tone as analysts factor in geopolitical risk and wider outcome ranges for oil and gas markets.Narrative Update • Feb 21
WKC: Share Repurchase Plan Will Support Upside Case Despite Lower Multiple
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for World Kinect from $35.00 to $31.00, reflecting updated assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a share buyback plan for World Kinect Corporation on December 4, 2025, signaling a formal approval for repurchases (Key Developments).
Narrative Update • Aug 06
Portfolio Transformation And Renewables Investment Will Shape Future Markets
Despite improved consensus forecasts for revenue growth and net profit margin, the analyst price target for World Kinect has decreased from $31.00 to $28.33. What's in the News Repurchased 1,350,000 shares for $35.26 million in Q2 2025, completing a total buyback of 8,011,402 shares for $208.11 million under the 2020 program.Analysis Article • Jun 12
Is World Kinect (NYSE:WKC) A Risky Investment?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Apr 29
Need To Know: Analysts Just Made A Substantial Cut To Their World Kinect Corporation (NYSE:WKC) Estimates
One thing we could say about the analysts on World Kinect Corporation ( NYSE:WKC ) - they aren't optimistic, having...Analysis Article • Mar 20
World Kinect Corporation's (NYSE:WKC) P/E Still Appears To Be Reasonable
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 17x, you may...Analysis Article • Jan 18
If EPS Growth Is Important To You, World Kinect (NYSE:WKC) Presents An Opportunity
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Nov 25
Does World Kinect (NYSE:WKC) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Nov 01
We Think You Should Be Aware Of Some Concerning Factors In World Kinect's (NYSE:WKC) Earnings
World Kinect Corporation's ( NYSE:WKC ) stock didn't jump after it announced some healthy earnings. We think that...Analysis Article • Oct 17
World Kinect Corporation's (NYSE:WKC) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 19x, you may...
New Narrative • Sep 24
Strategic Moves And Market Expansion Promise Bright Future For Business Aviation And Land Segments
Strategic divestitures and acquisitions aim to enhance revenue, diversification, and net margins through improved operating efficiencies and liquidity.Analysis Article • Sep 07
Do World Kinect's (NYSE:WKC) Earnings Warrant Your Attention?
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • Jul 16
Why We're Not Concerned About World Kinect Corporation's (NYSE:WKC) Share Price
World Kinect Corporation's ( NYSE:WKC ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 27.5x might make it look like a strong...Shareholder Returns
| WKC | US Oil and Gas | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 2.7% | -0.7% | -0.1% |
| 1Y | 37.8% | 40.4% | 11.9% |
Return vs Industry: WKC underperformed the US Oil and Gas industry which returned 40.4% over the past year.
Return vs Market: WKC exceeded the US Market which returned 11.9% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| WKC volatility | |
|---|---|
| WKC Average Weekly Movement | 3.7% |
| Oil and Gas Industry Average Movement | 5.8% |
| Market Average Movement | 6.8% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 15.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 2.9% |
Stable Share Price: WKC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: WKC's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 4,003 | Ira Birns | www.world-kinect.com |
World Kinect Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an energy management company in the United States, rest of the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. It operates in three segments: Aviation, Land, and Marine. The Aviation segment supplies jet fuel, sustainable aviation fuel, aviation gasoline, and aviation fuel to commercial and international airlines, regional airlines, cargo carriers, airports, fixed-based operators, corporate fleets, charter and fractional operators, the U.S. and foreign governments, and military customers.
World Kinect Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| WKC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$1.84b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$179.40m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$41.70b |
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P/S Ratio-10.3x
P/E RatioIs WKC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| WKC income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$41.70b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$40.58b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.12b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.30b |
| Earnings | -US$179.40m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -3.51 |
| Gross Margin | 2.69% |
| Net Profit Margin | -0.43% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 58.8% |
How did WKC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.6%
Current Dividend Yield-25%
Payout RatioDoes WKC pay a reliable dividends?
See WKC dividend history and benchmarks| World Kinect dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | Sep 28 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Oct 16 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 6 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 24 days |
Does WKC pay a reliable dividends?
See WKC dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/21 18:44 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/18 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
World Kinect Corporation is covered by 12 analysts. 3 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| null null | Argus Research Company |
| Kenneth Hoexter | BofA Global Research |
| John Freeman | CGS International |