Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$98.72
-1.75%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $33.35B
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$146.71
-1.27%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $354.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 418% more annual revenue ($85.26B vs $16.45B). PG leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 12.3%. PG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.14. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
KMB
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PG
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.4%
Fair Value
$118.83
Current Price
$98.72
$20.11 discount
Margin of Safety
-216.5%
Fair Value
$45.76
Current Price
$146.71
$100.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 127 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Generating 3.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 21.8x book value
Revenue declined 60.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 26.3%. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 4.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMB profiles as a declining stock while PG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
PG is growing revenue faster at 150.0% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PG scores higher overall (53/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins and 150.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
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.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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