NYSE:KMB

Kimberly Clark (KMB)

110.08
+1.15 (1.06%)
as of Aug 13, 2026, 5:59:11 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 11 opinions in the last 12 months.

Kimberly Clark (KMB) is viewed as a stable and reliable investment option, largely due to its strong dividend yield, which currently stands at about 4.5% to 5%. Experts note that the company is facing challenges in the market, including a notable decline of around 5.10% this year and a problematic merger with Kenvue that has generated mixed reactions among analysts. While some believe the merger could provide significant synergies and growth potential, the current sentiment is cautious due to the stock's underperformance against key moving averages. Additionally, despite offering iconic brands and being a classic choice for a diversified portfolio, concerns about slow earnings growth—projected at only 4%—are prevalent. Hence, while KMB remains a considered option for conservative investors looking for yield, its market positioning and growth trajectory appear uncertain in the short term.

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Cautious
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Undervalued
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DON'T BUY
(Market Call Minute.) Negative pretty much on everything that has to do with forest products and the paper industry. Huge oversupply and under demand.
TRADE
US$ could rally.
TOP PICK
Has been transforming itself from a commodity type business into a consumer product. Pulp prices are starting to move up.
DON'T BUY
Spinning off the pulp and paper side of the business. Would like to see the balance sheets after that is completed. Model price is about $57.25.
TOP PICK
Spinning off their forest products and fine paper operations. Likes the big-name holes hold products. A defensive holding. Very solid company.
BUY
Would stay clear of Canadian forestry at this time, but American ones could be good.
BUY
Not happy with the trade dispute with the US and doesn't see an early end to it. There is room for pulp/paper prices to go up but have chosen to play it through Kimberly-Clark which doesn't face the trade problem.
BUY
A great consumers product company. 2 ½% dividend.
PAST TOP PICK
(Was a top pick on Mar 19/03. Up 16%.) Still likes.
PAST TOP PICK
(Was a toppick on Feb 20/03. Up 14%.) Still likes. Has good upside potential.
TOP PICK
This is a top pick for a short trade only based on an expected trading bounce.
DON'T BUY
Have a downside target of $44/45.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Quantum model price is $70. Buy on "BIG DOWN" days.
TOP PICK
A lot of free cash flow. Good yield
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