Kimberly Clark (KMB)
Key Statistics
EV/EBIT = 16.5x
ROE = 196%
Debt/Equity = 570%
FCF Yield = 4.3%
Dividend Yield = 4.1%
Market Cap = $40.69 billion
The Company
Kimberly-Clark manufactures and sells essential consumer products in personal care, tissue, and professional sectors. Its well-known brands include Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, and Kotex.
The company earns revenue primarily through retail sales of disposable diapers, wipes, tissues, and feminine care products to consumers worldwide. It also sells professional hygiene and safety products to businesses, institutions, and healthcare providers.
This company consistently delivers strong returns on capital by selling small, high-margin products that consumers purchase regularly. Its strong brand recognition drives loyalty and repeat sales, creating a reliable revenue stream. Moreover, these are essential items that people continue to buy regardless of broader economic conditions, making the business highly resilient.
Kimberly-Clark has five main product categories that serve both consumers and businesses.