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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.

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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.

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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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Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:KMB ) 21st Annual dbAccess Global Consumer Conference June 4, 2024 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Michael Hsu - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Nelson Urdaneta - Chief Financial Officer Chris Jakubik - Head of Investor Relations Conference Call Participants Stephen Powers - Deutsche Bank Stephen Powers Okay, welcome back everybody. Good Afternoon.

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Accelerates alternative fiber strategies with new ambition to be 100% Natural Forest Free across product portfolio beyond 2030 Appoints Lisa Morden as Chief Sustainability Officer DALLAS , June 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark today published its annual sustainability report, including an update on the company's progress toward its 2030 sustainability goals and a new ambition to be 100% Natural Forest Free across its portfolio beyond 2030. Over the past decade, the company has made significant investments in developing more sustainable products as part of the company's innovation strategy and focus on delivering products with enhanced consumer benefits while striving to lower its environmental footprint.

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DALLAS , May 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mike Hsu, Chairman and CEO of Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) and Nelson Urdaneta, Chief Financial Officer will be featured speakers at the Deutsche Bank Global Consumer Conference on Tuesday June 4 at 2 pm CEST (8 am ET). A link to the broadcast will be provided through the Investors section of Kimberly-Clark's website at www.kimberly-clark.com.

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Alison Lewis to Retire After 35 Years in Consumer-Packaged Goods DALLAS , May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) announced that Patricia Corsi will join Kimberly-Clark as Chief Growth Officer, effective July 1, 2024. She succeeds Alison Lewis, who has decided to retire from the company after 35 years in the consumer products industry, including the last five years at Kimberly-Clark.

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Polaris ™ is the First Exam Glove and Personal Protective Equipment Product to receive the Ecolabel ROSWELL, Ga. , May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Professional™ announced today that its recently launched Kimtech™ Polaris™ Nitrile Exam Glove has earned the Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency (ACT) Environmental Impact Factor Label from My Green Lab®, a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to building a global culture of sustainability in science.

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The new Huggies® Skin Essentials™ diaper helps protect against the top two causes of diaper rash1   CHICAGO , May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huggies® dares to imagine a world where babies could be free from rash and irritation. For parents, one of the biggest unknowns of babyhood lies in how to protect baby's delicate skin.

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