Quarterly ResultAug 4, 2026, 06:37 AM
Kimberly-Clark Q2 Adj. EPS $1.80, Net Sales $4.2B; Updates 2026 Outlook
AI Summary
Kimberly-Clark reported second quarter 2026 results with adjusted EPS from continuing operations up 10.4% to $1.80 and net sales increasing 0.6% to $4.2 billion. Adjusted operating profit grew 6.2% to $757 million, driven by productivity and tariff refunds, despite a negative impact from a China social media disruption. The company updated its 2026 outlook, moderating organic sales growth expectations due to the China disruption, while reaffirming strategic advancements like the Arbex joint venture and the pending Kenvue acquisition.
Key Highlights
- Q2 2026 Adjusted EPS from continuing operations increased 10.4% to $1.80.
- Q2 2026 Net Sales were $4.2 billion, up 0.6%, with organic sales broadly in line.
- Q2 2026 Adjusted Operating Profit rose 6.2% to $757 million.
- China social media disruption negatively impacted Q2 organic sales by 50 basis points.
- 2026 Organic Sales Growth outlook updated to approximately 100 basis points below category growth.
- 2026 Adjusted Operating Profit expected to grow mid-single digits on a constant-currency basis.
- 2026 Adjusted EPS from Continuing Operations expected to grow high single digits on a constant-currency basis.
- Company made strides in Powering Care strategy, including Arbex JV and Kenvue acquisition on track.
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