KMB - Kimberly-Clark Corporation
| Previous Close | 102.30 |
| Open | 102.34 |
| Bid | 100.51 x 100 |
| Ask | 103.73 x 100 |
| Day's Range | 102.07 - 103.44 |
| 52 Week Range | 97.10 - 134.29 |
| Volume | 2,649,765 |
| Avg. Volume | 2,534,790 |
| Market Cap | 35.948B |
| Beta | 0.58 |
| PE Ratio (TTM) | 16.05 |
| EPS (TTM) | 6.40 |
| Earnings Date | Jul 24, 2018 |
| Forward Dividend & Yield | 4.00 (4.06%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2018-03-08 |
| 1y Target Est | 114.27 |
- CNBC•15 hours ago
There are a lot of 'table-pounding buys' in the market now: Value investor David Katz
Volatility has returned to the market and for value investor David Katz that means it's a prime opportunity to be an aggressive buyer.
- Investopedia•23 hours ago
Consumer Stocks' Sell-Off Is a Flashback to Financial Crisis
Consumer staple company stocks took a dive yesterday, inciting some analysts to draw parallels between this year’s market sell-off and that of the financial crisis that shook the global economy just 10 years ago. Consumer staples, supposed safe haven stocks in turbulent markets, declined by 4% last week, making it the third such decline in the past two months. Cappelleri illustrates the weakness in the sector by pointing to the Consumer Staples ETF ( XLP), which includes stocks like Procter & Gamble Co. ( PG), PepsiCo Inc. ( PEP), Colgate-Palmolive Co. ( CL), Philip Morris International Inc. ( PM), Kimberly-Clark Corp. ( KMB), and Mondelez International Inc. ( MDLZ), all of which have fallen more than the S&P 500 since the broader market sell-off first began near the end of January.
- The Wall Street Journal•yesterday
‘Amazon Effect’ Stings Consumer-Staples Stocks as Pricing Woes Mount
Investors once attracted to the steady payouts of companies selling staples like breakfast cereal, toothpaste and razors are shopping elsewhere. A series of disappointing earnings reports from industry giants such as Philip Morris International Inc., Procter & Gamble Co. and Kimberly-Clark Corp. have sent consumer-goods shares tumbling in recent days—a sign that many investors remain skeptical of the companies’ ability to cope with rising costs, as well as to fend off online competitors such as Amazon.com Inc. The sector’s underperformance comes as a surprise to analysts who had expected signs of a pickup in inflation to drive investors into shares of businesses that sell household goods and basic necessities, products that consumers would typically be willing to buy even when rising prices crimp their spending elsewhere.
- The Wall Street Journal•yesterday
[$$] ‘Amazon Effect’ Stings Consumer-Staples Stocks as Pricing Woes Mount
Consumer-staples stocks have fallen 12% this year as investors once attracted to the steady payouts of companies selling goods like breakfast cereal, toothpaste and razors shop elsewhere.
Market Realist•3 days agoHere’s How Analysts Reacted to Kimberly-Clark’s 1Q18 Results
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) reported an improved sales and earnings performance in 1Q18. The company surpassed analysts’ expectations both on the sales and EPS fronts. However, continued pressure on margins, promotional spending to drive volumes, and lower pricing remained a drag and continued to hurt its margins. The company’s gross margin fell significantly in 1Q18, which prompted a couple of analysts to lower the target price on Kimberly-Clark stock. Jefferies lowered its price target to $102 per share from $110. Meanwhile, Wells Fargo reduced its target price on KMB stock to $92 from $100.
Market Realist•3 days agoWhy Kimberly-Clark’s Gross Margins Fell Significantly in 1Q18
The home and personal care product manufacturers in the US continue to disappoint with their margin performance. Significant inflation in commodities, promotional spending to drive volumes, lower net price realization, and a tough retail environment are taking a toll on the profit margins of the companies operating in this space.
Market Realist•3 days agoHow Kimberly-Clark’s Segments Performed in 1Q18
Kimberly-Clark’s (KMB) Personal Care segment reported sales of $2.3 billion, up 2.5% on a YoY (year-over-year) basis. Favorable currency rates and benefits from the acquisition of its joint venture in India helped drive the segment’s sales higher.
- Market Realist•3 days ago
What Drove Kimberly-Clark’s 1Q18 Sales?
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) sustained its sales momentum in 1Q18. The company’s net sales of $4.7 billion exceeded analysts’ expectations and increased 5.1% on a YoY (year-over-year) basis thanks to the favorable currency rates, which contributed about 3.0% to the top-line growth rate. Plus, investments in brands to support volumes dented the net sales growth rate.
- Market Realist•3 days ago
What’s behind Kimberly-Clark’s Better-than-Expected Earnings?
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) reported stronger-than-expected 1Q18 earnings. Kimberly-Clark’s adjusted earnings of $1.71 per share came in ahead of the consensus estimate of $1.69 and rose 8.9% on a YoY (year-over-year) basis. The company has now surpassed analysts’ expectations in three quarters despite pressure on margins from significant inflation in input costs and lower net price realization.
- TheStreet.com•3 days ago
Cramer: Kimberly-Clark Falling Back in China
Like Procter, on the surface, you could make a strong case to own Kimberly-Clark given its release where the company talked about 2% growth and some very strong numbers in consumer tissue -- think Kleenex -- and personal care. Tissue sales in North America increased 6% and developing and emerging markets increased 7%. Kimberly's professional segment increased 5%.
Market Realist•4 days agoWhat Analysts Recommend For Church & Dwight Stock
Most analysts covering Church & Dwight (CHD) stock have recommended “hold,” despite the company’s strong sales and earnings performance in the past two quarters and upbeat guidance. Church & Dwight’s sales and adjusted earnings grew by double digits during the last reported quarter, and they are expected to sustain that momentum in 1Q18.
- Market Realist•4 days ago
Why Church & Dwight’s Earnings Could Be Better Than Peers’?
Analysts expect Church & Dwight (CHD) to report strong sales and earnings growth in the upcoming quarter. Church & Dwight is expected to announce its 1Q18 results on May 3, 2018, and analysts expect the company’s top line to rise 11.5% YoY (year-over-year), more than peers’.
- Zacks•4 days ago
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Posts In-Line Q1 Earnings, Sales Beat
Kimberly-Clark's (KMB) first-quarter 2018 results gain from top-line growth across all segments. The company's savings initiative bore positive results.
Market Realist•4 days agoWhy Church & Dwight Stock Fell ~6%
Church & Dwight (CHD) stock fell ~6% on Friday, April 20, 2018, after being downgraded by Deutsche Bank to “hold” from “buy.” Its price target was lowered to $50 per share from $56. Investors are skeptical on the prospects of household and personal care product manufacturers, which are facing increased price competition, a challenging retail scenario, and margin headwinds.
- TheStreet.com•4 days ago
No Signs Kimberly Clark's Stock Slide is Over
was reviewed in February, where I noted that, "In this Point and Figure chart of KMB a downside price target of $99.06 is shown but a trade down to $108.68 would be needed to weaken prices." Looking back at the price action since February we can see that prices began to accelerate to the downside in late March breaking below $108.68 and reaching the $99.06 price target. In this daily bar chart of KMB, below, we can see a downtrend in place for the past twelve months. The daily On-Balance-Volume (OBV) line moved lower from July to November telling us that sellers of KMB were more aggressive.
Motley Fool•4 days agoKimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Q1 2018 Earnings Conference Call Transcript
KMB earnings call for the period ending March 31, 2018.
- Zacks•4 days ago
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Q1 Earnings & Sales Up Y/Y,Stock Gains
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) expects adjusted earnings for 2018 in a range of $6.90-$7.20 per share, reflecting year-over-year growth of 11-16%.
- CNBC•4 days ago
Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: HAS, HSIC, KMB, MDR, WYNN, LULU, VZ & more
The toymaker reported adjusted quarterly profit of 10 cents per share , compared to a consensus forecast of 33 cents a share. Revenue was also well below forecasts, with Hasbro citing the liquidation of Toys 'R' Us as a significant negative event for its results. Henry Schein HSIC – The provider of products and services to health-care offices will spin off its animal health business and merge it with that of Vets First Choice, a provider of services to veterinary practices.
- Reuters•4 days ago
Kimberly-Clark results beat as tissue sales climb
(Reuters) - Huggies and Kleenex producer Kimberly-Clark Corp (KMB.N) reported better-than-expected first-quarter profit and sales on Monday, helped by strong growth in tissue sales. Shares of the company ...
- Reuters•4 days ago
Kimberly-Clark results beat as tissue sales climb
Huggies and Kleenex producer Kimberly-Clark Corp reported better-than-expected first-quarter profit and sales on Monday, helped by strong growth in tissue sales. Shares of the company rose 2.5 percent ...
- Associated Press•4 days ago
Kimberly-Clark: 1Q Earnings Snapshot
The Dallas-based company said it had profit of 26 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for restructuring costs and pretax expenses, came to $1.71 per share. The results matched Wall Street expectations. ...
- Reuters•4 days ago
Kimberly-Clark sales surpass estimates
Kimberly-Clark Corp, the maker of Huggies diapers and Kleenex tissues, reported better-than-expected first-quarter sales, helped by its personal care business. Net income attributable to shareholders fell ...
- PR Newswire•4 days ago
Kimberly-Clark Announces First Quarter 2018 Results
DALLAS , April 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) today reported first quarter 2018 results. Executive Summary First quarter 2018 net sales of $4.7 billion increased 5 percent ...
- Financial Times•4 days ago
[$$] Kimberly-Clark lifts full-year sales forecast
Kimberly-Clark shares rose in pre-market trade after the company boosted its sales forecasts for 2018 following encouraging growth in its personal care and tissue products during the first quarter. However, ...
Market Realist•6 days agoHow Analysts Reacted to PG’s 3Q18 Results
Procter and Gamble (PG) saw improved sales and earnings performance in fiscal 3Q18. The company’s top and bottom line surpassed analysts’ expectations. However, the company’s soft organic sales growth rate and sluggish margins due to lower pricing and increased costs didn’t sit well with analysts.
