Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)

NYSE: KMB · Real-Time Price · USD
131.61
-0.73 (-0.55%)
Apr 25, 2025, 4:00 PM EDT - Market closed
-0.55%
Market Cap 43.67B
Revenue (ttm) 19.75B
Net Income (ttm) 2.47B
Shares Out 331.82M
EPS (ttm) 7.34
PE Ratio 17.93
Forward PE 18.39
Dividend $5.04 (3.83%)
Ex-Dividend Date Mar 7, 2025
Volume 2,626,766
Open 132.73
Previous Close 132.34
Day's Range 130.00 - 132.78
52-Week Range 124.10 - 150.45
Beta 0.39
Analysts Hold
Price Target 145.08 (+10.24%)
Earnings Date Apr 22, 2025

About KMB

Kimberly-Clark Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets personal care products in the United States. It operates through three segments: North America, International Personal Care, and International Family Care and Professional. The company North America segment offers disposable diapers, training and youth pants, swimpants, baby wipes, feminine and incontinence care products, reusable underwear, facial and bathroom tissue, paper towels, napkins, wipers, tissue, towels, soaps and sanitizers, and other related produc... [Read more]

Founded 1910
Employees 3
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol KMB
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, Kimberly-Clark's revenue was $20.06 billion, a decrease of -1.83% compared to the previous year's $20.43 billion. Earnings were $2.55 billion, an increase of 44.27%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 12 analysts, the average rating for KMB stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price forecast is $145.08, which is an increase of 10.24% from the latest price.

Price Target
$145.08
(10.24% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

Kimberly-Clark: Downgrade Back To Sell Rating On Negative Earnings Outlook

I downgrade Kimberly-Clark stock to a sell due to a structurally weaker pricing environment and growing margin pressures revealed in 1Q25 results. KMB's net sales fell 6% y/y, with broad-based weaknes...

3 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Kimberly-Clark's $4 billion international tissue unit set for three-way M&A fight, sources say

Southeast Asia's Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) and Asia Pulp & Paper Co (APP), as well as Brazil's Suzano SA are the final bidders for Kimberly-Clark's international tissue business valued at around $4 bil...

3 days ago - Reuters

Kimberly-Clark Analysts Slash Their Forecasts Following Weak Sales

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

3 days ago - Benzinga

Kimberly-Clark Cuts Profit Outlook as New Tariff Costs Mount

The CEO said the company doesn't plan to cut investments or pass the costs on to consumers with across-the-board price increases.

4 days ago - WSJ

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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 ...

4 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Kimberly-Clark CEO Warns Tariffs Could Boost Costs. The Stock Is Down.

Kimberly-Clark also adjusted its guidance to reflect ‘a more uncertain geopolitical landscape.'

4 days ago - Barrons

Kleenex Parent Kimberly-Clark's Stock Sinks on Lowered Profit Forecasts

Shares of Kimberly-Clark (KMB) sank in premarket trading Tuesday after the consumer goods company lowered full-year projections amid uncertainty around the Trump administration's tariffs.

4 days ago - Investopedia

Kimberly-Clark Net, Sales Down on Lower Prices, Company Warns of Cost Rise

Kimberly-Clark's first-quarter net income and sales fell due to divestitures and lower prices, but the consumer-products giant warned of rising costs due to likely tariffs.

5 days ago - WSJ

Kimberly-Clark cuts 2025 profit forecast as tariffs set to drive up costs

Kimberly-Clark slashed its annual profit forecast on Tuesday as the Kleenex tissue maker said it would incur about $300 million in costs this year due to U.S. President Donald Trump's broad trade tari...

5 days ago - Reuters

Kimberly-Clark Announces First Quarter 2025 Results and Updates 2025 Outlook

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 geop...

5 days ago - PRNewsWire

Goodnites® Launches New Larger Size Nighttime Underwear for Growing Kids

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15 days ago - PRNewsWire

Kimberly-Clark to Announce First Quarter 2025 Results on April 22, 2025

DALLAS , April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark (NYSE: KMB) will issue its first quarter 2025 results on Tuesday, April 22. A press release and supplemental materials will be issued at approxima...

18 days ago - PRNewsWire

Kimberly-Clark Professional Introduces WypAll Industrial Cleaning Cloths with More Absorbency and Durability

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.

18 days ago - PRNewsWire

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27 days ago - Market Watch

Kimberly-Clark: Streamlining Portfolio & Global Footprint; Initiate With 'Buy'

Kimberly-Clark has streamlined its portfolio and footprint, focusing on acquisitions and divestitures to accelerate organic revenue growth, earning a ‘Buy' rating with a fair value of $151 per share. ...

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5 weeks ago - Benzinga

Kimberly-Clark Recognized as One of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies®

It is the seventh consecutive year the company has been named to the list, which honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs. DALLAS...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

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Kimberly-Clark Launches New Technology to Revolutionize Restroom Management

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 ...

7 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

31 Upcoming Dividend Increases, Including 3 Kings

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 strate...

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2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Kimberly-Clark: Weak Growth Performance Continues To Be A Major Concern (Rating Upgrade)

I upgraded Kimberley-Clark from sell to hold, as the market has likely priced on the downside, keeping valuation rangebound. KMB's Q4 sales fell 0.8% y/y, with organic sales growth at 2.3%, but only 0...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

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3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Kimberly-Clark: Troubles Are Lurking Beneath The Adjusted Numbers

Kimberly-Clark's Q4 2024 and full fiscal year results earlier this week were a non-event for the market. The release, however, raises some red flags for 2025 and beyond with GAAP margins expected to r...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

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