Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1989 to 2025
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EPS Growth Rates (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 35.6% | 14.5% | 11.7% |
| 2024 | 35.8% | 16.0% | 12.7% |
| 2023 | 34.4% | 11.5% | 8.6% |
| 2022 | 30.8% | 13.3% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | 30.8% | 13.2% | 9.3% |
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Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) Earnings Overview
As of February 28, 2026, Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $2.02B, reflecting -0.2% year-over-year growth. The company earned $6.07 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 0.1%.
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 0.4%, operating margin of 0.1%, and net margin of 0.1%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to industry peers including PG ($16.47B net income, 0.2% margin), UL ($12.20B net income, 0.1% margin), CHD ($737M net income, 0.1% margin), KMB has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare KMB vs PG →
Peer Comparison
Earnings metrics vs industry competitors
Historical Data
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% |
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Start ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
Is KMB growing earnings?
KMB EPS of $6.07 reflects slowing growth at -0.2%, below the 5-year CAGR of -2.4%. TTM net income is $2.0B. Expansion rate has moderated.
What are KMB's profit margins?
Kimberly-Clark Corporation net margin is +0.1%, with operating margin at +0.1%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are KMB's earnings?
KMB earnings data spans 1989-2025. The current earnings trend is -0.2% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.