Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $2.12B, reflecting -19.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $6.36 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 11.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, KMB's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -2.4%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $2.54B in fiscal 2024.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 35.6%, operating margin of 14.5%, and net margin of 11.7%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including PG ($12.72B net income, 19.0% margin), CHD ($733M net income, 11.9% margin), ENR ($195M net income, 8.1% margin), KMB has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare KMB vs PG →
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KMB Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2.02B | -20.6% | $2.49B | $6.07 | 11.7% | 14.5% |
| 2024 | $2.54B | +44.3% | $3.21B | $7.55 | 12.7% | 16.0% |
| 2023 | $1.76B | -8.8% | $2.34B | $5.21 | 8.6% | 11.5% |
| 2022 | $1.93B | +6.6% | $2.68B | $5.72 | 9.6% | 13.3% |
| 2021 | $1.81B | -22.9% | $2.56B | $5.35 | 9.3% | 13.2% |
| 2020 | $2.35B | +9.0% | $3.24B | $6.87 | 12.3% | 16.9% |
| 2019 | $2.16B | +53.0% | $2.99B | $6.24 | 11.7% | 16.2% |
| 2018 | $1.41B | -38.1% | $2.23B | $4.03 | 7.6% | 12.1% |
| 2017 | $2.28B | +5.2% | $3.36B | $6.40 | 12.5% | 18.4% |
| 2016 | $2.17B | +113.8% | $3.38B | $5.99 | 11.9% | 18.6% |
| 2015 | $1.01B | -33.6% | $1.61B | $2.77 | 5.4% | 8.7% |
| 2014 | $1.53B | -28.8% | $2.52B | $4.04 | 7.7% | 12.8% |
| 2013 | $2.14B | +22.4% | $3.21B | $5.53 | 10.1% | 15.2% |
| 2012 | $1.75B | +10.0% | $2.69B | $4.42 | 8.3% | 12.8% |
| 2011 | $1.59B | -13.7% | $2.85B | $3.99 | 7.6% | 13.7% |
| 2010 | $1.84B | -2.2% | $2.92B | $4.45 | 9.3% | 14.8% |
| 2009 | $1.88B | +11.5% | $3.10B | $4.52 | 9.9% | 16.2% |
| 2008 | $1.69B | -7.3% | $2.64B | $4.04 | 8.7% | 13.6% |
| 2007 | $1.82B | +21.6% | $2.72B | $4.09 | 10.0% | 14.9% |
| 2006 | $1.50B | -4.4% | $2.61B | $3.25 | 9.0% | 15.6% |
| 2005 | $1.57B | -12.9% | $2.57B | $3.28 | 9.9% | 16.1% |
| 2004 | $1.80B | +6.3% | $2.54B | $3.61 | 11.9% | 16.9% |
| 2003 | $1.69B | +1.2% | $2.41B | $3.33 | 11.8% | 16.8% |
| 2002 | $1.67B | +4.0% | $2.37B | $3.22 | 12.3% | 17.5% |
| 2001 | $1.61B | -10.6% | $2.34B | $3.02 | 11.1% | 16.1% |
| 2000 | $1.80B | +7.9% | $2.53B | $3.31 | 12.9% | 18.1% |
| 1999 | $1.67B | +43.1% | $2.23B | $3.09 | 12.8% | 17.1% |
| 1998 | $1.17B | +29.3% | $1.78B | $1.99 | 9.5% | 14.5% |
| 1997 | $902M | -35.8% | $1.78B | $1.61 | 7.2% | 14.2% |
| 1996 | $1.40B | +4128.3% | $2.05B | $2.49 | 10.7% | 15.6% |
| 1995 | $33M | -93.8% | $1.65B | $0.06 | 0.2% | 12.0% |
| 1994 | $535M | +4.7% | $819M | $1.62 | 7.3% | 11.1% |
| 1993 | $511M | +278.4% | $794M | $0.41 | 7.3% | 11.4% |
| 1992 | $135M | -73.4% | $543M | $0.42 | 1.9% | 7.7% |
| 1991 | $508M | +17.6% | $742M | $1.59 | 7.5% | 10.9% |
| 1990 | $432M | +2.0% | $754M | $1.35 | 6.7% | 11.8% |
| 1989 | $424M | - | $673M | $1.32 | 7.4% | 11.7% |
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KMB — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KMB stock.
What is KMB earnings per share (EPS)?
KMB trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $6.36, reflecting -19.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -2.4%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Kimberly-Clark Corporation's net income?
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) trailing twelve-month net income is $2.1B as of 2025. Earnings declined -19.6% year-over-year. Kimberly-Clark Corporation has been profitable for 37 consecutive years.
Is KMB profitable?
Yes, KMB is profitable with a TTM net income of $2.1B and a net profit margin of +11.7%. Kimberly-Clark Corporation has generated profits for 37 consecutive years.
What is KMB's earnings growth rate?
KMB compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -19.6%, 3-Year: +2.0%, 5-Year: -2.4%, 10-Year: +8.2%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are KMB's profit margins?
Kimberly-Clark Corporation net profit margin is +11.7%, operating margin is +14.5%, and gross margin is +35.6%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +153.9%.
Is KMB growing earnings?
KMB earnings are declining — EPS fell -19.6% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $2.1B. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -2.4%.
What was KMB's best earnings year?
Kimberly-Clark Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $2.5B, achieved in fiscal year 2024. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were KMB's earnings last quarter?
KMB's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $665M with diluted EPS of $2.00. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.