
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Kimberly-Clark is facing some headwinds in the third quarter of 2026, such as a postponed innovation launch, inventory de-loading, and increased freight and tariff costs. Despite these challenges, sustainable organic revenue growth is still a focus, with a projected 1-2% increase in sales and earnings in 2026-28. Softened category momentum in North America and higher costs in the second quarter may affect the company's financials, but management is taking steps to mitigate these effects through productivity programs, pricing, and cost negotiations with suppliers.
Bears say
Kimberly-Clark is currently facing challenges in the form of top-line pressure, higher costs, and headwinds in China which contribute to a negative outlook for the stock. While the KVUE deal is expected to bring modest accretion in the first year and l.d.d. accretion in the second year, its full benefits will only be seen in 2028. Furthermore, challenges in the US market, even with increased focus on merchandising and innovation, as well as potential inflation in the second half of 2026, further add to the company's struggles and contribute to the decreased EPS estimates and lowered price target.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Kimberly-Clark and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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