Kimberly-Clark Corporation

KMB|Consumer Defensive|Household & Personal Products|$98.92|P/E 20.3|MCap 33.3B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Kimberly-Clark Corporation manufactures and markets a broad portfolio of personal care and consumer tissue products worldwide. Operating primarily through its North America and International Personal Care segments, the company produces essential items such as disposable diapers, training and youth pants, swimpants, baby wipes, feminine and incontinence care products, and reusable underwear under trusted brands like Huggies, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Kotex, and Poise. It also offers facial and bathroom tissue, paper towels, napkins, wipers, soaps, and sanitizers. These products serve everyday hygiene and care needs for families, individuals, and professionals across consumer and institutional markets. Founded in 1872 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Kimberly-Clark Corporation maintains a strong focus on innovation-driven growth, volume-led organic sales, and operational efficiencies to deliver reliable essential products in over 175 countries.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

5.05%

Annual Dividend

$5.06

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

103.70%

FCF Payout Ratio

101.28%

Stock Price

$98.92

52-Week Range

$96.26 – $147.12

Dividend Health Score

Caution

Dividend Health Assessment

KMB's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 9.0x interest coverage & 126.6% return on equity. Areas of concern: 103.7% earnings payout ratio & 101.3% fcf payout ratio. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, KMB has a proven commitment to shareholders.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Warning

Earnings Payout Ratio

103.7%Danger

FCF Payout Ratio

101.3%Danger

CFO Payout Ratio

51.7%Caution

Interest Coverage

9.0xSafe

Balance Sheet

Warning

Net Debt / Total Assets

38.6%Caution

Current Ratio

0.7xWarning

Debt-to-Equity

464.8Warning

Profitability

Safe

Return on Equity

126.6%Very Safe

Operating Margin

13.2%Caution

Gross Margin

35.9%Safe

Profit Margin Stability

StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Safe

Dividend Streak

Aristocrat (25+ yrs)Very Safe

Dividend Cut

NoneVery Safe

5-Year Dividend CAGR

3.3%Caution

Earnings Stability

StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

KMB annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

KMB earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 6, 2026

Next Payment Date

April 2, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

2.79%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

3.32%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

3.65%

3-Year Total Growth

8.62%

5-Year Total Growth

17.76%

10-Year Total Growth

43.18%

Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)

This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.

Income Calculator

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Number of Shares

Total Investment

$9,892.00

Annual Income

$506.00

Quarterly Income

$126.50

Monthly Income

$42.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is KMB's current dividend yield?

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) currently has a dividend yield of 5.05%, based on a stock price of $98.92 and an annual dividend of $5.06.

When is KMB's next dividend payment date?

KMB's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-06 and the next payment date is 2026-04-02. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does KMB pay in dividends per year?

Kimberly-Clark Corporation paid $5.04 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.

Has KMB been increasing its dividend?

Yes, Kimberly-Clark Corporation is a Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs). Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of 3.32%, a 3-year CAGR of 2.79% and a 10-year CAGR of 3.65%.

Is KMB's dividend safe?

Kimberly-Clark Corporation has a payout ratio of 103.70%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 101.28%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.

How is KMB's Dividend Health Score calculated?

The Dividend Health Score evaluates Kimberly-Clark Corporation's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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