Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)

US — Consumer Defensive Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol KMB
  • Rev/Share 59.5208
  • Book/Share 3.689
  • PB 43.348
  • Debt/Equity 6.5822
  • CurrentRatio 0.763
  • ROIC 0.2568

 

  • MktCap 47728413440.0
  • FreeCF/Share 7.2092
  • PFCF 19.9534
  • PE 19.3615
  • Debt/Assets 0.4445
  • DivYield 0.0342
  • ROE 2.2604

 

  • Rating B+
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Downgrade KMB TD Cowen Buy Hold -- $145 Jan. 8, 2025

News

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Up 5.8% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
KMB
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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ADRNY or KMB: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
ADRNY, KMB
Published: May 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors interested in Consumer Products - Staples stocks are likely familiar with Ahold NV (ADRNY) and Kimberly-Clark (KMB). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

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Kimberly-Clark to Transfer U.S. Stock Exchange Listing to Nasdaq
KMB
Published: May 19, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Ticker symbol to remain "KMB" DALLAS , May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB), a global leader in the consumer staples industry, announced today that it will voluntarily transfer its U.S. stock exchange listing to the Nasdaq Global Select Market ("Nasdaq") from the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE"). Kimberly-Clark expects that its common stock will cease trading on the NYSE at market close on Thursday, May 29, 2025, and will commence trading on Nasdaq on Friday, May 30, 2025.

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Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Goldman Sachs Global Staples Forum Call Transcript
KMB
Published: May 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:KMB ) Goldman Sachs Global Staples Forum Conference Call May 13, 2025 9:35 AM ET Company Participants Mike Hsu - Chairman & CEO Nelson Urdaneta - CFO Chris Jakubik - Head, IR Conference Call Participants Bonnie Herzog - Goldman Sachs Bonnie Herzog Good morning, everyone. Joining us today is Kimberly's management team, including Chairman and CEO, Mike Hsu, who has been with the company since 20 -- or 2012 and as the CEO since 2019.

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Kimberly-Clark Promotes Russ Torres to President and Chief Operating Officer
KMB
Published: May 06, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

DALLAS , May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) today announced that Russ Torres, President, North America, has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. As President and COO, Torres will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of Kimberly-Clark's business segments.

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Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Tressel Announce Kimberly-Clark to Bring 491 Jobs to Ohio
KMB
Published: May 01, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Warren, Ohio, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WARREN, Ohio) — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced today that the Kimberly-Clark Corporation, one of the world's leading manufacturers of personal care and hygiene products, will establish an $800 million advanced manufacturing facility in Trumbull County, bringing an anticipated 491 new high-quality jobs.

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Kimberly-Clark announces plans to invest over $2 Billion to Expand US Manufacturing, Accelerate Innovation and Fuel Growth
KMB
Published: May 01, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Largest Domestic Investment in Three Decades expected to create over 900 jobs CHICAGO , May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) today announced plans to invest over $2 billion over the next 5 years in its North America business, marking the company's largest domestic expansion in more than 30 years. Amid rising demand for its consumer brands, which include Huggies® diapers, Kleenex® tissue, Depend® incontinence products, Scott® kitchen towels, and Cottonelle® bath tissue, these investments will significantly enhance its US manufacturing capacity, accelerate its innovation plans and support its ambitious growth targets.

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Kimberly-Clark to Invest $2 Billion in U.S. Manufacturing Sites
KMB
Published: May 01, 2025 by: WSJ
Sentiment: Positive

The maker of Kleenex tissues and Huggies diapers expects move to create 900 jobs.

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First-Quarter GDP Halfway to Recession: Move to These Safe High-Yield Dividend Stocks Now
BMY, FE, KMB, MO, STWD
Published: May 01, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

The first report for U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) came in at −0.3% as the economy contracted for the first time in three years.

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Tariff Troubles Are No Match for This Dividend King's Rock-Solid High-Yield Payout
KMB
Published: April 27, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

Earnings seasons are excellent opportunities to get updates on where companies are and where they could be headed. This earnings season carries extra importance as a lot has changed in the last three months that could throw a wrench into companies' near-term guidance.

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Kimberly-Clark Analysts Slash Their Forecasts Following Weak Sales
KMB
Published: April 23, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Negative

Kimberly-Clark Corporation KMB reported weaker-than-expected first-quarter sales on Tuesday.

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Why Kimberly-Clark Stock Was Swooning on Tuesday
KMB
Published: April 22, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Negative

An unwelcome change in guidance was the development pushing down Kimberly-Clark's (KMB -1.91%) share price on Tuesday.

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Kimberly-Clark's Q1 Earnings Top Estimates, Organic Sales Down 1.6%
KMB
Published: April 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

KMB's first quarter sales dip 6%, with organic sales declining 1.6%. Management updates 2025 outlook amid cost pressures and global headwinds.

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Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
KMB
Published: April 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:KMB ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call April 22, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Christopher Jakubik - Investor Relations Mike Hsu - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Nelson Urdaneta - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Lauren Lieberman - Barclays Nik Modi - RBC Capital Markets Dara Mohsenian - Morgan Stanley Anna Lizzul - Bank of America Javier Escalante - Evercore ISI Bonnie Herzog - Goldman Sachs Christopher Carey - Wells Fargo Securities Operator Good morning and welcome to the Kimberly-Clark First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call Question-and-Answer Session. I will now hand it over to Chris Jakubik, …

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Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Reports Q1 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say
KMB
Published: April 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The headline numbers for Kimberly-Clark (KMB) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended March 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

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Kimberly-Clark Announces First Quarter 2025 Results and Updates 2025 Outlook
KMB
Published: April 22, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Results driven by strong in-market execution and effective cost management in dynamic operating environment Full year outlook adjusted to reflect potential incremental costs from a more uncertain geopolitical landscape DALLAS , April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) today reported first quarter 2025 results driven by resilient consumer demand, the introduction of pioneering innovative new products, and leveraging sustained productivity momentum. "Building on the strong foundation we established in 2024, we made further progress across the three pillars of our Powering Care strategy in the first quarter of 2025," said Kimberly-Clark Chairman and CEO, Mike Hsu.

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Kimberly-Clark Gears Up for Q1 Earnings: Key Factors to Note
KMB
Published: April 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

KMB's first-quarter results are likely to reflect pressure from soft demand, retail destocking and input cost inflation across key segments.

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Why Kimberly-Clark (KMB) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
KMB
Published: April 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Goodnites® Launches New Larger Size Nighttime Underwear for Growing Kids
KMB
Published: April 11, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Now available in size XXL, so more kids can have better nights CHICAGO , April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Goodnites®, the #1 nighttime underwear1 brand, is announcing the launch of its new XXL size, fitting kids up to 165 lbs. The brand believes bedwetting should not define a child and is proud to better serve the needs of children who experience bedwetting by providing size-inclusive products with outstanding comfort and up to 100% leak-free overnight protection.

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Kimberly-Clark Professional Introduces WypAll Industrial Cleaning Cloths with More Absorbency and Durability
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Published: April 08, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Using material science expertise and consumer insights, the company added performance engineered construction and a new surface texture to improve product performance and value. ROSWELL, Ga.

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KMB Stock Gains 10% in 3 Months: Should You Buy Now or Hold Steady?
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Published: April 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Kimberly-Clark drives growth through innovation, premium products and global expansion while navigating challenges like currency volatility and shifting demand.

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KLG or KMB: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
KLG, KMB
Published: April 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors interested in Consumer Products - Staples stocks are likely familiar with WK Kellogg (KLG) and Kimberly-Clark (KMB). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

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Using A Covered Call Trade To Limit Risk On Kimberly-Clark Stock
KMB
Published: April 01, 2025 by: Investors Business Daily
Sentiment: Neutral

A covered call on Kimberley-Clark stock is one way to reduce the risk on a long position while also generating some premium. The post Using A Covered Call Trade To Limit Risk On Kimberly-Clark Stock appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

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Zacks Industry Outlook The Procter & Gamble, Colgate-Palmolive, Kimberly-Clark and The Clorox
CL, CLX, KMB, PG
Published: March 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The Procter & Gamble, Colgate-Palmolive, Kimberly-Clark and The Clorox have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.

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4 Consumer Product Stocks to Keep an Eye on Despite Market Challenges
CL, CLX, KMB, PG
Published: March 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The Zacks Consumer Products - Staples industry is navigating a tough consumer environment and elevated SG&A costs. Nevertheless, PG, CL, KMB and CLX are leveraging innovations to drive growth.

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3 Consumer Goods Stocks Resilient to Market Selloff
CL, KMB, PG
Published: March 04, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive

The stock market is selling off, with Canada and China retaliating against President Donald Trump's tariffs , and Mexico promising to announce its response on Sunday.

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Kimberly-Clark Launches New Technology to Revolutionize Restroom Management
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Published: March 04, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Onvation® with SmartFit™ technology, offers commercial restroom facility managers an easy approach to enhance efficiency, reduce waste and improve the guest experience, now with more flexibility than ever. ROSWELL, Ga.

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31 Upcoming Dividend Increases, Including 3 Kings
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Published: February 27, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

This week sees 31 dividend increases, including three Dividend Kings: Genuine Parts, Commerce Bancshares, and Kimberly-Clark, showcasing impressive financial stability and growth. My investment strategy prioritizes companies with consistently rising dividends and outperforming benchmarks, aiming for long-term wealth accumulation and portfolio prosperity. I use data from the "U.S. Dividend Champions" spreadsheet and NASDAQ to identify companies with at least five years of dividend growth.

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Kimberly-Clark Up 7% in a Month: Is the Stock Still a Good Buy?
KMB
Published: February 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

KMB focuses on growth through innovation, premium products and global expansion, despite challenges from currency volatility and softening demand.

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About Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)

  • IPO Date 1980-03-17
  • Website https://www.kimberly-clark.com
  • Industry Household & Personal Products
  • CEO Mr. Michael D. Hsu
  • Employees 38000

Kimberly-Clark Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets personal care and consumer tissue products worldwide. It operates through three segments: Personal Care, Consumer Tissue, and K-C Professional. The Personal Care segment offers disposable diapers, swimpants, training and youth pants, baby wipes, feminine and incontinence care products, and other related products under the Huggies, Pull-Ups, Little Swimmers, GoodNites, DryNites, Sweety, Kotex, U by Kotex, Intimus, Depend, Plenitud, Softex, Poise, and other brand names. The Consumer Tissue segment provides facial and bathroom tissues, paper towels, napkins, and related products under the Kleenex, Scott, Cottonelle, Viva, Andrex, Scottex, Neve, and other brand names. The K-C Professional segment offers wipers, tissues, towels, apparel, soaps, and sanitizers under the Kleenex, Scott, WypAll, Kimtech, and KleenGuard brands. The company sells household use products directly to supermarkets, mass merchandisers, drugstores, warehouse clubs, variety and department stores, and other retail outlets, as well as through other distributors and e-commerce; and away-from-home use products directly to manufacturing, lodging, office building, food service, and public facilities, as well as through distributors and e-commerce. Kimberly-Clark Corporation was founded in 1872 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.