Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Kimberly-Clark Corporation stock (KMB) is currently trading at $98.72. Kimberly-Clark Corporation PE ratio is 20.63. Kimberly-Clark Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.03. Analyst consensus price target for KMB is $117.86. WallStSmart rates KMB as Underperform.
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KMB Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
KMB is trading near its Graham intrinsic value of $118.83, suggesting the stock is reasonably priced at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, institutional own.. Concerns around peg ratio and price/book. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Key Strengths (3)
Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $127 in profit
89.09% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Supporting Valuation Data
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Areas to Watch (7)
Revenue declining -0.60%, a shrinking business
Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium
Very expensive at 22.2x book value
Thin operating margins with cost pressures present
Revenue is fairly priced at 2.03x sales
Solid earnings growth at 11.00%
Decent profitability, keeps $12 per $100 revenue
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 52/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 9.7/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 3.7/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Institutional Own., Market Cap. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 126.60%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (6.98), Price/Sales (2.03), Price/Book (22.16) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -0.60%, EPS Growth at 11.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 13.20%, Profit Margin at 12.30%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 126.60% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -0.60% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Institutional Own.) and negatives (Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) · CONSUMER DEFENSIVE › HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS
The Big Picture
Kimberly-Clark Corporation faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 16.4B with 60% decline year-over-year. Profit margins of 12.3% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
ROE of 12660.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 575M in free cash flow and 972M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
Revenue contracted 60% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.
Debt-to-equity ratio of 4.77 is elevated. High leverage amplifies both gains and losses and increases financial risk.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Kimberly-Clark Corporation push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 5.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Debt management: total debt of 7.2B is significantly higher than cash (688M). Monitor refinancing risk.
Sector dynamics: monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Kimberly-Clark Corporation.
Bottom Line
Kimberly-Clark Corporation faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(20 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
MACLIN, TODD Director | Buy | +10,000 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
SCRIBNER, ANDREW Controller, VP & FP&A | Sell | -3,049 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 7:16:11 PM
About Kimberly-Clark Corporation(KMB)
NASDAQ
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.