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Kimberly-Clark

Huggies is the brand name of a disposable diaper marketed by Kimberly-Clark.

Huggies

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Kleenex is a brand name for a variety of paper-based products such as facial tissue, bathroom tissue, paper towels, tampons, and diapers. Often used informally as a genericized trademark for facial tissue in the United States, the name Kleenex is a registered trademark of Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc. Kleenex products are manufactured in 30 countries and sold in more than 170 countries. Kleenex brands include Cottonelle, Huggies, and VIVA.

Kleenex

Scott Paper Comapny was the world's largest manufacturer and marketer of sanitary tissue products with operations in 22 countries. Its products were sold under a variety of well-known brand names, including Scott Tissue, Cottonelle, Baby Fresh, Scottex and Viva. Consolidated sales of its consumer and commercial products totalled approximately $3.6 billion in 1994. The company was acquired by the Kimberly-Clark Corporation in 1995.

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Kimberly-Clark Corp. engages in the manufacture and marketing of products made from natural or synthetic fibers. It operates through the following segments: Personal Care, Consumer Tissue, and K-C Professional. The Personal Care segment offers disposable diapers, training and youth pants, swim pants, baby wipes, feminine and incontinence care products, and other related products. The Consumer Tissue segment produces and sells facial and bathroom tissue, paper towels, napkins, and related products for household use. The K-C Professional segment supplies workplace supporting products such as wipers, tissue, towels, apparel, soaps, and sanitizers. The company was founded by John A. Kimberly, Havilah Babcock, Charles B. Clark, and Frank C. Shattuck in 1872 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

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Kimberly-Clark (KMB) reports robust sales growth and margin recovery

Kimberly-Clark's Q4 2022 earnings call highlights strong sales growth, margin recovery, and strategic investments in innovation and sustainability. While facing inflation challenges and softer market share performance, the company remains focused on driving long-term shareholder value through brand health and customer expectations.

Kimberly-Clark reports robust Q1 performance and plans for growth

Kimberly-Clark's Q1 earnings call highlighted strong performance, raised outlook, and strategies to address challenges. The company aims to drive sustainable growth, expand gross margins, and improve market share performance in key segments.

Kimberly-Clark excels in Q2 with strong growth and margin improvement

Kimberly-Clark delivered strong Q2 results with organic growth, margin improvement, and raised outlook for the year.
The company's focus on innovation, marketing efficiency, and proactive strategies position it well for future growth.
Challenges in market share and cost environment are being addressed through strategic adjustments and margin expansion initiatives.
Opportunities in expanding margins, innovation, and market expansion present avenues for sustained growth and performance.

Kimberly-Clark reports stellar Q3 results, eyes sustained growth ahead

Kimberly-Clark's Q3 performance showcased robust growth driven by strong segment results and new product initiatives.
While facing challenges related to costs and market dynamics, the company's strategic strengths position it well for future opportunities.
With an optimistic outlook for the full year, Kimberly-Clark remains focused on sustaining growth momentum and profitability.
Overall, the earnings call highlighted a solid performance, strategic strengths, challenges to address, and promising opportunities ahead.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) posts strong 2023 performance, focuses on volume growth

Kimberly-Clark's CEO highlights volume growth plans amidst challenges, anticipates segment growth.

Kimberly-Clark excels in Q1 with strong growth and strategic focus

Kimberly-Clark's Q1 performance reflects strong volume growth, market share gains, and productivity initiatives. The company's focus on innovation and cost management strategies positions it well to navigate challenges from global uncertainties and input cost inflation. Strategic decisions to differentiate brands and exit private label businesses present opportunities for future growth.

Kimberly-Clark reports robust Q2 performance and strategic growth initiatives

Kimberly-Clark's Q2 2024 earnings call highlighted strong market share gains, strategic focus on growth, and cost-saving initiatives. While investments may impact margins, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on volume growth opportunities and drive efficiency through organizational changes.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) progresses on growth strategy amidst market challenges

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) is navigating challenges like retail inventory reductions and shipment hurdles while focusing on sustainable growth through innovation and cost management.
The company's strategic shift towards science-based innovation and market share expansion positions it well for long-term success despite market headwinds.
Strong execution, disciplined profitability management, and flexibility in strategic decision-making are key drivers for Kimberly-Clark's growth and resilience.

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DALLAS , Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) has declared an increased quarterly dividend of $1.22 per share, a level 3.4 percent higher than its previous regular quarterly payout. The dividend is payable on April 2, 2024, to stockholders of record as of March 8, 2024.

Kimberly-Clark Declares Dividend Increase

Achieved net sales of $20.4 billion with better-than-anticipated organic sales growth and stronger cost, margin and earnings recovery in 2023 Company initiates financial outlook for 2024 reflecting continued momentum DALLAS , Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) today reported fourth quarter and full-year 2023 results and provided its 2024 outlook. Comparisons are made versus the prior year period, unless otherwise noted.

Kimberly-Clark Announces Full-Year 2023 Results And 2024 Outlook

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.

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Kimberly-Clark's (KMB) fourth-quarter performance is likely to reflect gains from revenue growth management and cost-saving efforts amid inflationary headwinds.

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Get a deeper insight into the potential performance of Kimberly-Clark (KMB) for the quarter ended December 2023 by going beyond Wall Street's top -and-bottom-line estimates and examining the estimates for some of its key metrics.

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Kimberly-Clark (KMB) reachead $123.07 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -0.89% change compared to its last close.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Declines More Than Market: Some Information for Investors

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The latest trading day saw Kimberly-Clark (KMB) settling at $123.21, representing a +0.79% change from its previous close.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Increases Yet Falls Behind Market: What Investors Need to Know

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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DALLAS , Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2023 results on Wednesday, January 24. A press release and supplemental materials will be issued at approximately 7:00 a.m.

Kimberly-Clark Corporation to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results on January 24, 2024

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In the most recent trading session, Kimberly-Clark (KMB) closed at $120.31, indicating a +0.18% shift from the previous trading day.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know

Kimberly-Clark rated Strong Buy, more bullish than the current consensus on Seeking Alpha. Strength from above-average dividend yield, earnings and revenue growth, and equity growth. Share price trending 7% below 200-day average.

Kimberly-Clark: Double-Digit Earnings Growth And 3.9% Dividend Yield

In the closing of the recent trading day, Kimberly-Clark (KMB) stood at $120.59, denoting a +0.96% change from the preceding trading day.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Rises Higher Than Market: Key Facts

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) is benefiting from a focus on revenue growth management and pricing actions amid an inflationary environment.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Benefits From Saving Plans Amid High Costs

Kimberly-Clark Inc.'s stock fell 1.5% Friday, after BofA Securities downgraded the stock to underperform from neutral and said the outlook for the company's profit margins is uncertain.

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