Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vsTAL Education Group (TAL)
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$99.04
+4.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $33.95B
TAL
TAL Education Group
$9.56
-1.65%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimberly-Clark Corporation generates 450% more annual revenue ($16.56B vs $3.01B). TAL leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs 12.8%. KMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.07. TAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
KMB
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TAL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.3%
Fair Value
$78.97
Current Price
$99.04
$20.07 premium
Margin of Safety
+87.9%
Fair Value
$98.36
Current Price
$9.56
$88.80 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 118 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 31.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 536.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 18.3x book value
2.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : TAL
The strongest argument for TAL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 9.0%. Revenue growth of 31.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.94 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TAL
The primary concerns for TAL are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMB profiles as a value stock while TAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.30 — expect wider price swings.
TAL is growing revenue faster at 31.5% — sustainability is the question.
TAL generates stronger free cash flow (816M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TAL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins and 31.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Visit Website →TAL Education Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
TAL Education Group offers K-12 afterschool tutoring services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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