KMB Cuts 2026 Outlook as China Diaper Disruption Clouds Growth View
KMB cuts its 2026 outlook as China diaper disruption weighs on growth, while productivity and volume-mix gains offer some support.
Zacks Investment Research8/14/2026Negative
KMB
Kimberly-Clark CorporationNASDAQCONSUMER DEFENSIVEHOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS
Key Statistics
Market Cap
$35.82B
P/E Ratio
21.84
EPS
$4.94
Beta
0.28
52W High
$129.81
52W Low
$91.17
50-Day MA
$107.62
200-Day MA
$103.11
Dividend Yield
4.60%
Profit Margin
11.80%
Forward P/E
15.24
PEG Ratio
2.31
About Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
Fundamentals
| Revenue (TTM) | $16.58B |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $6.24B |
| EBITDA | $3.48B |
| Operating Margin | 19.00% |
| Return on Equity | 104.90% |
| Return on Assets | 10.20% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $49.95 |
| Book Value | $5.26 |
| Price-to-Book | 20.98 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 2.16 |
| EV/Revenue | 2.549 |
| EV/EBITDA | 13.21 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | -32.30% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 0.60% |
| Shares Outstanding | $331.94M |
| Float | $331.31M |
| % Insiders | 0.71% |
| % Institutions | 99.25% |
Historical Volatility
HV 10-Day
32.00%
HV 20-Day
28.09%
HV 30-Day
29.08%
HV 60-Day
30.03%
HV Rank
76.6%
Volatility is currently expanding
Analyst Ratings
Consensus ($118.60 target)
3
Strong Buy3
Buy9
Hold1
SellLatest News
KMB Jumps 15.4% in 3 Months as Transformation Momentum Gains Steam
KMB's 11.7% three-month gain reflects stronger productivity and volume-mix trends, but China and slower growth remain risks.
Zacks Investment Research8/14/2026Positive
Is KMB Worth Buying as Low Valuation Meets China and Growth Risks?
KMB's valuation discount and productivity gains support the case, but China disruption and slower category growth cloud its outlook.
Zacks Investment Research8/14/2026Positive
Kimberly-Clark Appoints Suzana Blades as Senior Vice President and General Counsel
Accomplished legal executive and global litigator brings proven track record of enterprise risk management and strategic leadership to support Kimberly-Clark's next chapter of growth DALLAS, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ: KMB) today announced the appointment of Suzana Blades as Senior Vice President and General Counsel, effective September 1, 2026. She will report to Jeff Melucci, Chief Strategy, Business Development and Administrative Officer, and will become a member of Kimberly-Clark's Executive Leadership Team.
PRNewsWire8/13/2026Neutral
4 Consumer Staples Stocks to Watch Amid Ongoing Industry Pressures
Despite cost pressures and spending volatility, CL, KMB, CHD and BJ are using strategic initiatives and operational efficiencies to drive growth.
Zacks Investment Research8/12/2026Negative
Kimberly-Clark: Temporary Headwinds, Strong Innovation And Kenvue Synergies Support A Buy
Kimberly-Clark is rated Buy, supported by a strong innovation pipeline, international growth, and upside from the Kenvue acquisition. KMB faces transient headwinds in North America and China, but these are expected to abate, with management forecasting mid- to high-single-digit EPS CAGR from 2026–2028. The Kenvue deal will initially dilute EPS, but synergy realization is tracking ahead of plan, with $1.9B cost and $1.4B revenue synergy targets.
Seeking Alpha8/12/2026Negative
KMB Q2 Earnings Call Focuses on China Risk, 2026 Outlook Cut
Kimberly-Clark cuts its 2026 outlook as China diaper weakness, softer categories and North American shipment volatility pressure sales despite solid productivity.
Zacks Investment Research8/11/2026Negative
Kimberly-Clark: 'Buy' This Undervalued Dividend King Before Kenvue Closes
Kimberly-Clark remains a compelling value and income play, supported by strong brands and resilient consumer demand. KMB trades at a discounted 14.6x forward P/E with a well-covered 4.7% dividend yield and an "A" credit rating. Near-term headwinds include a China diaper controversy and Kenvue integration, but these risks appear priced in.
Seeking Alpha8/7/2026Positive
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Prepared Remarks Transcript
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Prepared Remarks Transcript
Seeking Alpha8/6/2026Neutral
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Seeking Alpha8/4/2026Neutral
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Data last updated: 8/18/2026