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KBR Inc. shares rose 6% following contract awards to revamp ammonia plants in Germany and Austria. The projects include technology licensing, engineering services, and equipment supply aimed at reducing natural gas consumption and emissions.

KBR's consensus EPS estimate was revised 1.6% higher over the last 30 days, though the stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Peer Mayville Engineering declined 10.5% in the same session.