Examining the Future: Kimberly-Clark's Earnings Outlook

Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:KMB) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Friday, 2025-08-01. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.

Analysts expect Kimberly-Clark to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.67.

Anticipation surrounds Kimberly-Clark's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.

New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.

Historical Earnings Performance

During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.04, leading to a 3.28% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.

Here's a look at Kimberly-Clark's past performance and the resulting price change:

Quarter

Q1 2025

Q4 2024

Q3 2024

Q2 2024

EPS Estimate

1.89

1.51

1.70

1.71

EPS Actual

1.93

1.50

1.83

1.96

Price Change %

-3.0%

0.0%

-1.0%

3.0%

Kimberly-Clark Share Price Analysis

Shares of Kimberly-Clark were trading at $125.29 as of July 30. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 10.46%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release.

Analyst Insights on Kimberly-Clark

Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Kimberly-Clark.

A total of 4 analyst ratings have been received for Kimberly-Clark, with the consensus rating being Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $135.5, suggesting a potential 8.15% upside.

Peer Ratings Comparison

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