Quarterly ResultApr 28, 2026, 06:37 AM
KMB Q1 Net Sales $4.2B, +2.7%; Adj. EPS $1.97, +2.1%; Reaffirms 2026 Outlook
AI Summary
Kimberly-Clark reported first quarter 2026 results with net sales of $4.2 billion, a 2.7% increase, driven by 2.5% organic sales growth. Adjusted diluted EPS attributable to the company rose 2.1% to $1.97. The company reaffirmed its 2026 outlook for organic sales growth and highlighted its preparation for the Kenvue acquisition, aiming to unlock significant value creation. Strong productivity savings and resilient consumer demand fueled the performance despite macroeconomic uncertainty.
Key Highlights
- Reaffirmed 2026 outlook for Organic Sales Growth in line with categories (approx. 2.5%).
- Net sales increased 2.7% to $4.2 billion, with organic sales growth of 2.5%.
- Adjusted diluted EPS attributable to KMB rose 2.1% to $1.97.
- Adjusted operating profit increased 3.7% to $732 million.
- Cash provided by operations was $745 million, up from $327 million last year.
- Returned $418 million to shareholders through dividends.
- North America net sales decreased 0.6% to $2.7 billion (organic +1.8%).
- International Personal Care net sales increased 9.1% to $1.5 billion (organic +4.0%).