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Kimberly-Clark

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

Huggies

Is your child ready to transition from diapers to Big Kid underwear? Huggies Pull-Ups training pants help teach potty skills while providing reliable protection where kids need it most.

Pull-Ups

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.

Scott Paper Company

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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

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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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Although the revenue and EPS for Kimberly-Clark (KMB) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended June 2024, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Reports Q2 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say

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Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:KMB ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call July 23, 2024 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Chris Jakubik - Head-Investor Relations Mike Hsu - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Nelson Urdaneta - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Lauren Lieberman - Barclays Dara Mohsenian - Morgan Stanley Nik Modi - RBC Capital Markets Javier Escalante - Evercore Anna Lizzul - Bank of America Andrea Teixeira - JPMorgan Bonnie Herzog - Goldman Sachs Operator Good morning, and welcome to Kimberly-Clark's Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Question-and-Answer Session. I'll now hand the conference over to Chris Jakubik, Vice President, Investor Relations.

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.96 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.68 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.65 per share a year ago.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Q2 Earnings Top Estimates

Kimberly-Clark Corp.'s stock KMB, +0.36% fell 1.5% early Tuesday, after the consumer goods company posted weaker-than-expected sales for its second quarter. The parent to brands including Huggies, Kleenex and Scott toilet paper, had net income of $544 million, or $1.61 a share, for the quarter, up from $102 million, or 30 cents a share, in the year-earlier period.

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Kleenex tissue maker Kimberly-Clark on Tuesday raised its forecast for full-year profit after beating Wall Street estimates for second-quarter profit, betting on higher prices and steady demand for its personal care products.

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Delivers net sales of $5.0 billion driven by 4 percent organic sales growth Strong EPS expansion driven by innovation-led volume gains, effective cost management and productivity  Company increases 2024 earnings outlook to reflect strong first half DALLAS , July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) today reported second quarter 2024 results characterized by positive volume and mix gains driven by pioneering, innovative new products, leveraging continued productivity momentum for strong earnings growth versus the prior-year period. "I am very proud of how our teams around the world have advanced our new operating model and delivered high-quality, top and bottom-line results in the first half of this year.

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Robert Long to retire after 45 distinguished years in CPG DALLAS , July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark (NYSE: KMB) today announced that Craig Slavtcheff has been appointed Chief Research and Development Officer, effective July 29. Slavtcheff will succeed Robert Long, who is retiring from the company after 45 years in the CPG industry, including the last three years at Kimberly-Clark.

Kimberly-Clark Names Craig Slavtcheff Chief Research and Development Officer

Kimberly-Clark is a global personal care and paper products manufacturer with recognizable brand names like Huggies and Kleenex. The company faces risks such as inflation, competition, and challenges in international markets, particularly in Russia. Despite consistent earnings and dividends, the stock is trading at high multiples to book value, making it a hold for now.

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