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Kimberly-Clark Corporation
🇺🇸 KMB · NYSE/NASDAQ · US4943681035
Consumer
Scores
Key Metrics
Powered by EODHDP/E (TTM)
18.6
P/E (Price-to-Earnings)Shows how much investors pay for each $1 of profit. We display the TTM P/E (Trailing Twelve Months) which uses actual earnings from the last 4 quarters. This is more reliable than Forward P/E which uses analyst estimates.
Net Debt/EBITDA (TTM)
1.8x
Latest quarter: 7.0x
Net Debt / EBITDAA leverage ratio showing how many years of EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) it would take to repay net debt. EBITDA approximates operating cash generation. Lower ratios (e.g., <3x) are generally safer; higher (e.g., >5x) may indicate more financial risk.
Latest quarter (2026-06-30): 7.0x
The quarterly value can spike when quarterly EBITDA is very low (e.g., one-time charges).
Quick guide: <2x manageable, >4x can be risky (sector-dependent).
ROE
1.0%
ROE (Return on Equity)A profitability measure: how much profit is generated from shareholders’ equity. Higher isn’t always better if it comes from high debt.
EV/EBITDA
13.2x
EV/EBITDAA valuation ratio that compares total business value (including debt) to EBITDA. Lower can mean cheaper, but context matters.
Dividend Summary
Powered by EODHDDividend Yield (Fwd)
4.99%
TTM: 4.62%
Dividend YieldThe Forward yield (Fwd) shows the next announced annual dividend / current price — what you'd earn going forward. The Trailing yield (TTM) in the tooltip shows dividends actually paid in the last 12 months. Forward is shown as primary because it reflects the company's current commitment to shareholders.
Forward Yield (estimated): 4.99%
Trailing Yield (TTM, last 12 months): 4.62%
Payout Ratio (Fwd)
68.5% TTM
Payout RatioDividends as a percentage of earnings. The Forward payout (Fwd) uses the announced dividend divided by actual past earnings (TTM) — it tells you if the company can afford what it promised. Very high payouts can be risky, especially if profits fall.
Announced dividend / actual earnings (TTM)
Dividend History
EODHD Dividends API| Status | Type | Decl. Date | Ex-Div Date | Pay Date | Currency | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 05 Jun 2027 | — | USD | 1.28 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 06 Mar 2027 | — | USD | 1.28 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 05 Dec 2026 | — | USD | 1.26 |
| Declared | Quarterly | 03 Aug 2026 | 04 Sep 2026 | 02 Oct 2026 | USD | 1.28 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 14 May 2026 | 05 Jun 2026 | 02 Jul 2026 | USD | 1.28 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 27 Jan 2026 | 06 Mar 2026 | 02 Apr 2026 | USD | 1.28 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 20 Nov 2025 | 05 Dec 2025 | 05 Jan 2026 | USD | 1.26 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 01 Aug 2025 | 05 Sep 2025 | 02 Oct 2025 | USD | 1.26 |
* Extrapolated from past dividend history. Not an official announcement — treat as an estimate, not a confirmed date or amount.
Summary
Kimberly-Clark is a dominant consumer staples giant with an exceptional portfolio of daily-use brands and a highly reliable dividend history. The recent price weakness stemming from operational disruptions and regulatory shifts creates a classic temporary problem discount, currently offering a 4.62% yield. Worth considering for new positions as the company navigates these headwinds while maintaining its structural cash generation.
Sector Context
Consumer Staples. Kimberly-Clark provides essential, non-discretionary daily-use personal care products (diapers, tissues). This highly defensive business model generates reliable cash flows perfectly suited for long-term Dividend Growth Investing, even amidst mature end-markets.
Temporary Opportunity Identified
Recent operational disruptions (a major North American distribution-center fire and social media disruption in China), combined with cautious consumer spending and retailer destocking, have temporarily depressed sentiment.
📊 Strategy Analysis
- • Dividend King status with 54 consecutive years of dividend increases, currently offering an attractive 4.62% TTM yield.
- • Manageable leverage profile with Net Debt/EBITDA down to 1.82x from 2.6x in 2019.
- • Solid cash generation with an FCF dividend coverage ratio of 1.53x and a sustainable cash flow payout of 50.38%.
⚠ What to Watch
- • Structural top-line stagnation with a 10-year revenue CAGR of -0.6% and declining earnings in recent quarters.
- • Capital-intensive manufacturing overhauls forced by regulatory shifts, including the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and UK bans on plastic-based wet wipes.
- • Ongoing PFAS environmental exposures and flushability product liability lawsuits create continuous headline and compliance costs.
📊 Historical Trends (10 Years)
Powered by EODHDThese charts show how key metrics have evolved over the past decade, helping you identify if the company is improving or deteriorating.
Debt Evolution (Net Debt / EBITDA)
Lower values are better. A declining trend indicates the company is reducing its debt (deleveraging).
Revenue & Earnings Growth
Consistent growth in revenueRevenue
The money a company brings in from selling its products or services. It’s the top line before costs. (blue) and earningsEarnings (Profit)
What’s left after expenses. Positive earnings mean the business made a profit; negative means a loss. (green) indicates a healthy business. Look for upward trends and recoveries after temporary dips.
Dividend Sustainability (FCF vs Dividends Paid)
Free cash flowFree Cash Flow
Cash left after the company pays for running the business and maintaining it. Often used to fund dividends, pay debt, or buy back shares. (FCFFCF (Free Cash Flow)
Short for Free Cash Flow: cash left after operating needs and maintenance spending., blue) should cover dividends paidDividends Paid
Cash the company paid out to shareholders. It’s not guaranteed and can change over time. (green). If dividends consistently exceed FCFFCF (Free Cash Flow)
Short for Free Cash Flow: cash left after operating needs and maintenance spending., the dividend may be at risk.
Analysis date: 2026-08-22
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Not financial advice.