Kimberly-Clark Corporation Q1 2025 Earnings: Revenue Down 6.8%, EPS Down 8.7%

Kimberly-Clark Corporation missed EPS by 8.7% and revenue by 6.8% in its latest quarterly results. Analysts have lowered their revenue estimates for 2025 by 16% but maintained their earnings per share forecast. The consensus price target remains at $142, with a range of estimates between $118 and $162.

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (Nasdaq: KMB) has released its second quarter 2025 financial results, which showed a decrease in earnings per share (EPS) and revenue compared to the previous year. The company's EPS fell by 8.7% to $1.53, while revenue decreased by 6.8% to $4.2 billion [1].

The company's Chairman and CEO, Mike Hsu, attributed the results to a combination of divestitures, business exits, and unfavorable currency translation. Despite these challenges, Kimberly-Clark reported organic sales growth of 3.9%, driven by strong volume growth and effective cost management [1].

Analysts have responded to the results by lowering their revenue estimates for 2025 by 16%, while maintaining their earnings per share forecast. The consensus price target remains at $142, with a range of estimates between $118 and $162 [1].

The company's second quarter results reflect the progress made in executing its Powering Care strategy, which aims to enhance sustainable growth and profitability. Kimberly-Clark's strategy is focused on innovation, commercial execution, and effective cost management, and the company's people are a key part of this transformation [1].

In the coming quarters, investors will be closely watching Kimberly-Clark's ability to navigate a dynamic operating environment and maintain its strong organic sales growth. The company's ability to execute its Powering Care strategy will be crucial in determining its future performance.

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[1] https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kimberly-clark-announces-second-quarter-2025-results-raises-2025-outlook-302519234.html