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Kimberly-Clark

With more than half of sales from personal care and another third from consumer tissue products, Kimberly-Clark is a leading manufacturer in the tissue and hygiene realm. Its brand mix includes Huggies, PullUps, Kotex, Depend, Kleenex, and Cottonelle. The firm also operates in the professional segment, which partners with businesses to provide safety and sanitary offerings for the workplace. Kimberly-Clark generates just over half its sales in North America and more than 10% in Europe, with the rest primarily concentrated in Asia and Latin America.

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While President Donald Trump hammers home an economic policy with an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/03/44176918/trump-delays-mexico-tariffs-for-a-month-economic-uncertainty-persits">array of tariffs</a>, he may face an unintended consequence: a nationwide toilet paper shortage. 
If so, the event would <a href="https://cnr.ncsu.edu/news/2020/05/coronavirus-toilet-paper-shortage/">spark</a> painful memories of COVID-19. Such an outcome might benefit consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>). 
According to a Bloomberg <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/news/trumps-tariffs-may-cause-toilet-190300908.html">report</a>, the Trump administration's plans to increase levies on Canadian softwood lumber to 27% — and possibly to over 50% at some point later — may negatively impact the supply of northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, or NBSK. This is a key component found in toilet paper and paper towels.
Driving the headwind against the delicate supply chain is the financial impact of the aforementioned import taxes, which threatens to put some sawmills out of business. Subsequently, the elimination of vital entities would reduce the supply of wood chips to make pulp. A domino effect may materialize, leading to temporary closures and lower production of NBSK.
Downstream to the consumer, the end result could possibly be pandemic-like shortages of toilet paper and related products, which may eventually metastasize into higher prices. Considering that many households will acutely recall the shortages during the COVID-19 crisis, hoarding behavior wouldn't be out of the question. 
From a cynical perspective, this narrative could benefit Kimberly-Clark&#8217;s stock, which is unexciting in any other circumstance.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">An Unusual Twist Catapults KMB Stock to Relevance</h2>
While the concept of another round of toilet-paper hoarding may sound alarmist, it seems that Wall Street is getting the message. Consider the benchmark exchange-traded fund SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), which is down roughly 6% on a year-to-date basis. In contrast, during the same period, Kimberly-Clark stock finds itself up nearly 8%.
Adding to the unusual toilet paper conundrum, replacing the pulp imported from Canada — which clocks in at about 2 million tons — will not be an easy task. For one thing, Canada supplies most of the ingredient that American consumers use. Second, many U.S. paper plants depend on Canadian mills due to processing calibrated for NBSK specifically.
To be sure, cooler diplomatic heads can still prevail. At the same time, the U.S. and Canada have <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/politics/25/03/44206362/canada-claps-back-at-unjustified-trump-tariffs-on-dairy-lumber">longstanding disputes over lumber</a>, along with dairy. Per a Benzinga report, American lumber producers claim that Canada&#8217;s system effectively subsidizes its industry, a charge that the Canadian government denies. Prior to the latest round of tariffs, U.S. duties on Canadian lumber ranged from 11.5% to 17.3%.
Undeniably, 2025 has gotten off to a messy start for multiple sectors. That said, one of the few confidence-inspiring winners is KMB stock. Frankly, the underlying enterprise offers product categories that cannot be avoided nor indefinitely deferred. This reality may attract conservative, buy-and-hold investors.
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At the same time, the relevancy bump in KMB stock also makes it appealing as a trading prospect. As one might expect, KMB features a gentle upward bias. Based on pricing data from January 2019 onward, a long position held for any given eight-week period has a 54% chance of being profitable. Further, dynamic conditions — such as heightened fear or greed — do not materially change the security's reliable nature.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Crafting Options Strategies for Kimberly-Clark</h2>
Investors who wish to be proactive about the TP conundrum — aside from making a quick grocery run to beat the crowd — can choose to trade Kimberly-Clark options. One idea is to deploy a credit-based options strategy called the bull put spread.
For the options chain expiring April 17, a trader may consider selling the 140/135 bull put spread. This transaction involves selling the $140 put (at a time-of-writing bid of $150) and simultaneously buying the $135 put (at an ask of $60), resulting in a cash inflow of $90.
So long as KMB stock stays above the higher strike price of $140, the trader gets to keep the $90. However, if the security tanks, the maximum loss would come out to $410.
Another approach, which is a debit-based approach, is to consider a bull call spread. For the April 17 expiration date, aggressive traders may consider the 143/145 bull spread. This transaction involves buying the $143 call (at a $180 ask) and simultaneously selling the $145 call (at a $90 bid), resulting in a cash outflow of $90.
Should the Kimberly-Clark share price hit the $145 target at the expiration date — which is reasonable given historical trends — the payout is the difference between the strike prices (multiplied by 100 shares) minus the net debit paid, or $110. That would be a 122.22% payout, which would go a long way in easing the pain from the possible TP shortage.
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Options Corner: Wipe Away 'TP' Shortage Concerns With Kimberly-Clark

Wells Fargo analyst Chris Carey maintains Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $130 to $140.

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Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Kimberly-Clark, Raises Price Target to $140

Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) underwent analysis by 11 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Kimberly-Clark, presenting an average target of $140.27, a high estimate of $165.00, and a low estimate of $118.00. Experiencing a 4.64% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $147.10. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743109304_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Kimberly-Clark. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$158.00</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Grom</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nik Modi</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Grom</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$151.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$124.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Filippo Falorni</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Moskow</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Carey</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Kimberly-Clark. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Kimberly-Clark compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Kimberly-Clark's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Kimberly-Clark's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMB/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Kimberly-Clark analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Kimberly-Clark</h2>
With more than half of sales from personal care and another third from consumer tissue products, Kimberly-Clark is a leading manufacturer in the tissue and hygiene realm. Its brand mix includes Huggies, PullUps, Kotex, Depend, Kleenex, and Cottonelle. The firm also operates in the professional segment, which partners with businesses to provide safety and sanitary offerings for the workplace. Kimberly-Clark generates just over half its sales in North America and more than 10% in Europe, with the rest primarily concentrated in Asia and Latin America.
<h3>Kimberly-Clark: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Challenges: Kimberly-Clark's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.85%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Kimberly-Clark's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 9.07%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Kimberly-Clark's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 42.07%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Kimberly-Clark's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.65%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Kimberly-Clark's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 9.02, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Analyst Expectations For Kimberly-Clark's Future

Barclays analyst Lauren Lieberman maintains Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $138 to $144.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Kimberly-Clark, Raises Price Target to $144

Uncertainty has taken over the market. Business and consumer sentiment data are souring as markets tumble and tariff policy continues to lack rhyme or reason. The St Louis Fed's US Economic Policy Uncertainty Index has spiked to its highest level since December 2020. The University of Michigan Survey of Consumers dropped nearly 10% from January to February and is now down 17% year-over-year.
Business owners continue to mention tariff uncertainty in surveys. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index fell in February while the NFIB Uncertainty Index rose to its second-highest recorded level. Complicating matters are increasing inflation expectations for 2025, which could put the Federal Reserve in a tight spot between cutting rates to spur growth or keeping rates unchanged to limit higher prices. 
This precarious cocktail has investors on edge as U.S. stocks lag global markets. While it&#8217;s too soon to talk about a recession being imminent, it&#8217;s a good time to start thinking defensively.
Here are five stocks with solid fundamentals in sectors that tend to do well when the economy slows.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Republic Services Inc. </h2>
When investors think of waste management services, they usually conjure the aptly-named Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>). However, the lesser-known Republic Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSG#NYSE">RSG</a>) also runs integrated commercial, residential and industrial solid waste services with over 200 landfills and an additional 246 transfer stations. Contrasted to its larger rival WM, RSG has a comparable P/E ratio, better margins and a significantly better Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) per Share (35.05 vs 41.89). The stock has also increased over 27% in the last 12 months, compared to just 8.7% for WM shares.
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RSG shares pulled back in the first week of March, but the Relative Strength Index (RSI) recently diverged upward, indicating that volume may be accumulating for the next leg higher. RSG also scores well in two crucial Benzinga Edge metrics: 86.20 in Momentum and 88.57 in Quality. On March 4, analysts at CIBC upgraded the stock from Neutral to Outperform, with a price target of $265. UBS, Goldman Sachs and Stifel also boosted price targets on the stock in the last month.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc. </h2>
Dollar stores and discount retailers are often popular picks during economic slowdowns. Still, investors must be careful in this environment not to count on stocks with thin margins and heavy reliance on imports. Ollie's Bargain Outlet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OLLI#NASDAQ">OLLI</a>) is a purveyor of excess buildup, meaning it purchases overstocked or overproduced items from manufacturers and wholesalers and sells them at its warehouses at a deep discount.
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Ollie's business model gives it a leg up over traditional discount retailers like Dollar Tree. The company's 9% profit margin towers over figures from Dollar Tree, Dollar General and even larger chains like Walmart and Target. Ollie's has boosted revenue by nearly 8% year-over-year, but the stock is down almost 10% in the last three months.
However, as the chart above shows, a buying opportunity could be materializing right now. The upward momentum has stalled, but a bullish wedge is forming, which could signal buyers are consolidating in preparation for a new breakout. Keep an eye on this pattern for a potential breakout as the price range continues to condense.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kimberly-Clark Corp. </h2>
Household products like paper towels, toilet paper, hygiene products, detergents and other cleaning supplies have very inelastic demand, so these companies are often popular investments during recessions or economic slowdowns. Kimberly-Clark Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) is our pick for this particular industry thanks to its attractive valuation, strong dividend and potential breakout from a multi-year trading range.
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KMB shares recently reached a nearly five-year high, smashing through a resistance level that had been in place since the end of 2020. This promising technical signal is supported by strong fundamental data as well. KMB trades at just 19 times earnings, far lower than competitors like Proctor and Gamble and Colgate-Palmolive. It also trades at just 2.4 times sales while maintaining a healthy 12.7% profit margin. KMB pays a 3.5% dividend and the recent breakout has boosted its Benzinga Edge Momentum score to 71.54 &#8211; a rare occurrence in the consumer staples sector.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Unum Group </h2>
Here's an insurance company that very few investors have heard about but has the prettiest-looking chart of the bunch. Unum Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNM#NYSE">UNM</a>) provides individual income protection plans to clients in the United States, United Kingdom and Poland while also offering long-term care, life and employee-benefit insurance plans through segments like Colonial Life and Closed Block.
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Unum Group performed exceptionally well during the 2022 bear market, posting positive gains when most stocks suffered prolonged drawdowns. UNM shares staged a rally in 2024 and have risen by over 60% in the last 12 months. From a fundamental standpoint, the company is in a strong position with 1.27 P/B Value Per Share, 8.3 P/E ratio and 13.9% profit margin. UNM shares also grade out exceptionally well in three crucial Benzinga Edge metrics: Momentum (94.60), Value (89.28) and Quality (84.32).
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Berkshire Hathaway Inc.</h2>
When Uncle Warren starts raising cash, investors start paying attention. The Oracle of Omaha has been selling stock to increase Berkshire's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) cash pile, and while a 94-year-old insurance CEO may have different investment goals than the rest of us, it&#8217;s worth noting when Buffett begins stacking dry powder.
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Buffett's cash pile is not unusual considering his long-term track record. While Buffett praises buy-and-hold strategies for retail investors, he himself has always been a bit of a market timer. His cash horde suggests he's waiting for volatility to wane before putting new capital to work.
Whether a recession materializes or not, stocks like BRK.B are good places to harbor while waiting for calmer waters to return. Berkshire's free cash flow pile stands at an impressive $11.6 billion with the stock trading at 12 times earnings. The insurance giant also grades well in Benzinga Edge in terms of Momentum (82.74) and Value (73.69). The stock chart shows some consolidation over the last week and the upward trend remains in place.
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Companies with a long history of paying dividends and consistently hiking them remain appealing to income-focused investors. Fidelity National Financial, Kimberly-Clark, and Black Hills have rewarded shareholders for years and recently announced dividend increases. These companies currently offer dividend yields of around 3% to 4%.
Fidelity National Financial
Fidelity National Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FNF#NYSE">FNF</a>) provides various insurance products in the U.S. It offers title insurance, escrow and other title-related services, including trust activities, trustee sales guarantees, recordings and reconveyances and home warranty products.
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Fidelity National Financial has raised its dividends every year for the last 13 years. According to its most recent dividend hike announcement on Nov. 7, its board increased the quarterly payout by 4% to $0.50 per common share, which is equal to an annual figure of $2 per share. The current yield on the stock is 3.09%.
The company's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $13.36 billion. In its Q4 2024 earnings release on Feb. 20, Fidelity posted revenues of $3.62 billion and EPS of $1.34. Both figures beat the Street expectations.&nbsp;
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Kimberly-Clark
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) manufactures and markets personal care products in the U.S.
It has raised its dividends consecutively for the last 53 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Jan. 28, the company increased the quarterly payout by 3.3% to $1.26 per share, equaling an annual figure of $25.04. Currently, the dividend yield on the stock is 3.52%.
Kimberly-Clark&#8217;s annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $20.06 billion. According to the company&#8217;s Q4 2024 earnings release on Jan. 28, it posted revenues of $4.93 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $4.86 billion, while EPS of $1.50 came in below the consensus of $1.51.
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Black Hills
Black Hills Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKH#NYSE">BKH</a>) operates as an electric and natural gas utility company in the U.S.&nbsp;
Black Hills has increased its dividends every year for the last 55 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Jan. 24, the company's board raised the quarterly payout from $0.65 to $0.676 per share, or $2.70 per share annually. Currently, the dividend yield on the stock stands at 4.37%.
Black Hills' annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $2.13 billion. According to the company's Q4 2024 earnings announcement on Feb. 5, it posted quarterly revenues of $597.10 million, missing the consensus estimate of $944 million, while EPS of $1.37 beat the consensus of $1.34.
Fidelity National Financial, Kimberly-Clark, and Black Hills are good choices for investors seeking reliable passive income. Their dividend yields of around 3% to 4% and long history of consistent hikes make them attractive to income-focused investors.
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During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/yield-investments"> high dividend payout</a>.
Benzinga readers can review the latest analyst takes on their favorite stocks by visiting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Traders can sort through Benzinga's extensive database of analyst ratings, including <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">by analyst accuracy</a>.
Below are the ratings of the most accurate analysts for three high-yielding stocks in the consumer staples sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">B&amp;G Foods, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BGS#NYSE">BGS</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 11.62%</li>
<li>Barclays analyst Brandt Montour maintained an Equal-Weight rating and lowered the price target from $8 to $7 on Nov. 7. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 65%.</li>
<li>TD Cowen analyst Robert Moskow maintained a Sell rating and cut the price target from $8 to $7.5 on Nov. 6. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 67%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Nov. 5, B&amp;G Foods reported worse-than-expected third-quarter financial results and issued FY24 net sales guidance below estimates.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KHC#NASDAQ">KHC</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Dividend Yield: 5.39%</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Rob Dickerson maintained a Hold rating and cut the price target from $34 to $30 on Jan. 29, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 67%.</li>
<li>Stifel analyst Matthew Smith maintained a Hold rating and cut the price target from $35 to $32 on Jan. 24, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 60%.</li>
<li>Recent News: The Kraft Heinz Company will report fourth quarter and full year 2024 results on Feb. 12, 2025.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Dividend Yield: 3.76%</li>
<li>TD Cowen analyst Robert Moskow downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold with a price target of $145 on Jan. 8, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 67%.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Chris Carey maintained an Equal-Weight rating and cut the price target from $140 to $130 on Jan. 7, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 60%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Jan. 28, the company reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $1.50, beating the street view of $1.51. Quarterly sales of $4.90 billion (down 0.8%) outpaced the analyst consensus estimate of $4.86 billion.</li>
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Piper Sandler analyst Korinne Wolfmeyer reiterates Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $161 to $158.

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Piper Sandler Reiterates Overweight on Kimberly-Clark, Lowers Price Target to $158

UBS analyst Peter Grom maintains Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $132 to $134.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Kimberly-Clark, Raises Price Target to $134

Tech stocks attempted a rebound after Monday's devastating crash triggered by DeepSeek, as investors show interest in dip-buying <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/43261206/nvidia-broadcom-gain-over-5-as-tech-giants-rebound-after-monday-sell-off-whats-going-on">the hardest-hit names.</a>
Shares of Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) climbed by over 6% after plunging 17% and erasing nearly $600 billion in market capitalization the previous day, following a series of reassuring comments suggesting that DeepSeek's development may not be as detrimental to the semiconductor giant as initially feared.
The Nasdaq 100 gained 1.6% after a 2.9% drop the day before, outperforming other major indices.
Notably, General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) tumbled 8.5%, despite slightly beating Street expectations on earnings, as the automaker failed to provide updates on the potential impact of Trump tariffs, leaving investors in limbo.
The dollar strengthened after multiple overnight reports indicated that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is considering universal tariffs of 2.5%, with gradual increases up to 20%, allowing countries room to negotiate with President Donald Trump&#8217;s administration. Treasury yields rose about 3 basis points across the curve, reflecting slight investor nervousness and inflation concerns in the bond market.
In macro news, the Conference Board&#8217;s consumer confidence retreated in January, with the index dropping 5.4 points to 104.1. All five components of the index weakened, though the sharpest decline came from consumers&#8217; assessments of the current economic situation.
Gold climbed 0.8% to $2,760 per ounce, sitting less than one percentage point away from record highs.
In commodities, natural gas extended its sharp decline, down 5.4% after shedding over 7% on Monday, while oil remained steady at $73 per barrel.
The crypto market stabilized after Monday's tech-driven turmoil weighed on sentiment toward digital assets. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) has reclaimed the $102,000 level, up 2.9%.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day %chg</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>21,474.80</td>
<td>1.6%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>6,071.78</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>44,932.78</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,281.94</td>
<td>-0.1%</td>
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According to&nbsp;<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent012725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 1% to $604.72.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;inched 0.4% higher to $449.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rallied 1.6% to $511.88.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) flattened at $226.48. </li>
<li>The&nbsp;Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up 2.4%; the&nbsp;Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 1.9%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>) rallied over 13% to fresh record highs after stronger than expected quarterly reports. </li>
<li>Other companies reacting to quarterly earnings included Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), down 7.6%, Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) is up 3.6%, RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) up 2.7%, Kimberly-Clark Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) is down 0.9%.</li>
<li>Companies slated to report earnings after the close include Starbucks Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NYSE">SBUX</a>) and Chubb Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CB#NYSE">CB</a>). </li>
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Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) shares are trading lower<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/n43261093/kimberly-clark-delivers-solid-results-in-first-year-of-transformation" rel="noreferrer noopener"> in the premarket session on Tuesday.</a>
The company reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $1.50, beating the street view of $1.51. Quarterly sales of $4.90 billion (down 0.8%) outpaced the analyst consensus estimate of $4.86 billion.
In the fourth quarter, North American net sales dropped 0.5% to $2.7 billion, International Personal Care sales fell 1.3% to $1.4 billion, and IFP sales declined 1.2% to $831 million.
Kimberly-Clark&#8217;s quarterly organic sales were up 2.3% in the quarter under review, driven by the highest quarterly volume growth of the year at 1.5%, a 0.6% increase in price from ongoing revenue growth management programs, and a 0.1% contribution from a favorable product mix.
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The company&#8217;s quarterly adjusted gross margin was 35.4%, up 50 basis points versus the prior year. Strong productivity gains were partly offset by investments and manufacturing cost&nbsp;headwinds.
Adjusted operating profit was $684 million, up 2.1% from the prior year, despite a 1.8% negative impact from currency translation and divestitures.
The company completed share repurchases of 7.2 million shares at a cost of $1 billion in 2024. Total debt was $7.4 billion as of December 31, 2024 
Guidance: The company expects currency translation to impact net sales by about 300 basis points. Additionally, it anticipates a 240 basis point decline from its PPE divestiture and exiting the US private label diaper business.
Kimberly-Clark expects Adjusted Earnings Per share to grow at a mid-to-high single-digit rate on a constant-currency basis 
Dividend: The company declared an increased quarterly dividend of&nbsp;$1.26&nbsp;per share, a level 3.3% higher than its previous regular quarterly payout. The dividend is<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/n43261165/kimberly-clark-declares-dividend-increase" rel="noreferrer noopener"> payable on&nbsp;April 2.</a>
Price Action: KMB shares are trading lower by 1.07% to $130.00 premarket at last check Tuesday.
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Kimberly-Clark Q4 Earnings Beat Expectations, But Manufacturing Cost Headwinds And Divestiture Weigh On Stock

Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.50 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.51 by 0.66 percent. This is a 0.66 percent decrease over earnings of $1.51 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $4.90 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $4.86 billion by 0.88 percent. This is a 1.41 percent decrease over sales of $4.97 billion the same period last year.

Earnings Beats

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Kimberly-Clark Q4 2024 Adj EPS $1.50 Misses $1.51 Estimate, Sales $4.90B Beat $4.86B Estimate

Kimberly-Clark Sees FY25 Adj. Operating Profit To Grow At High Single-Digit Rate

The dividend is payable on&nbsp;April 2, 2025, to stockholders of record at the close of business on&nbsp;March 7, 2025.

Kimberly-Clark Increases Quarterly Dividend By 3.3% From $1.22 To $1.26 Per Share

Kimberly-Clark Says Net Sales Forecast To Reflect 'negative impact of approximately 300 basis points from currency translation as well as a negative 240 basis point impact from a combination of its PPE divestiture and the exit of the company's private label diaper businesses in the US'

Kimbery-Clark Sees 2025 Organic Sales Growth To Outpace Weighted Average Growth In Categories, Countries It Competes (Currently 2%)

Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) will report on FY 2024.

Kimberly-Clark FY 2024

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Earnings Scheduled For January 28, 2025

Throughout the last three months, 8 analysts have evaluated Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Kimberly-Clark and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $138.38, accompanied by a high estimate of $165.00 and a low estimate of $118.00. Highlighting a 6.86% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $148.57. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737745226_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The perception of Kimberly-Clark by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Nik Modi</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Grom</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$151.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$124.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Filippo Falorni</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Moskow</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Carey</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Kimberly-Clark. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Kimberly-Clark compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Kimberly-Clark's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Kimberly-Clark's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMB/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Kimberly-Clark analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Kimberly-Clark</h2>
With more than half of sales from personal care and another third from consumer tissue products, Kimberly-Clark sits as a leading manufacturer in the tissue and hygiene realm. Its brand mix includes Huggies, PullUps, Kotex, Depend, Kleenex, and Cottonelle. The firm also operates K-C Professional, which partners with businesses to provide safety and sanitary offerings for the workplace. Kimberly-Clark generates just over of half its sales in North America and more than 10% in Europe, with the rest primarily concentrated in Asia and Latin America.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Kimberly-Clark's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Kimberly-Clark's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -3.51%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 18.32%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Kimberly-Clark's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 74.93%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Kimberly-Clark's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 5.27%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 5.8, Kimberly-Clark adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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