Every 8-K that Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB) has filed with the SEC in the last 24 months is listed below, newest first, and each one links through to the document itself with the summary and the scores our analysis gives it.
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Kimberly-Clark (KMB) estimated third-quarter 2026 net sales at $4.134 billion, compared with $4.150 billion a year earlier, and organic sales growth at (1.3)%, versus 2.5%. Estimated operating profit was $516 million, compared with $621 million. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $1.19, versus $1.01, and adjusted earnings per share from continuing operations were $1.70, versus $1.45.
Diluted earnings per share attributable to Kimberly-Clark were $5.37, including a listed $4.33-per-share IFP Transaction Gain; adjusted earnings per share attributable to Kimberly-Clark were $1.70, versus $1.82. These are management’s preliminary estimates, subject to the quarter-end close, and Deloitte & Touche had not audited or reviewed them. Kimberly-Clark reaffirmed its 2026 outlook as consistent with previous expectations; the outlook reflects assumptions subject to change given the macro environment. Final third-quarter results are scheduled for November 5, 2026.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation reported that holders had tendered Kenvue notes for exchange into up to $7,000,000,000 aggregate principal amount of new Kimberly-Clark notes and cash, and that the required consents had been received for all outstanding series. Kenvue executed a supplemental indenture; the amendments eliminate substantially all restrictive covenants, certain events of default other than failure to pay principal, premium, or interest, the SEC reporting covenant, and certain restrictions on mergers and transfers of property or assets. The amendments become operative only upon settlement.
For each $1,000 principal amount validly tendered and not withdrawn by October 9, 2026, and accepted, eligible holders may receive $970 principal amount of new notes, a $30 principal amount early participation premium, and $1.00 cash. Later tenders through expiration qualify for the notes and premium, but not the cash payment. As of October 9, 2026, $1,475,569,000 of the $1,500,000,000 principal amount of 2053 notes had been tendered, or 98.37%. The stated expiration is October 27, 2026, unless extended; it is expected to be extended to on or about the pending acquisition’s closing. The offers are conditioned on completion of that acquisition, expected in the fourth quarter of 2026, and Kimberly-Clark does not anticipate settlement before November 2, 2026.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) said President and Chief Operating Officer Russell Torres notified the company on September 29, 2026, that he will depart effective November 2, 2026, to pursue other opportunities.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) commenced exchange offers for any and all outstanding Kenvue notes for up to $7.0 billion aggregate principal amount of new Kimberly-Clark notes and cash, in connection with its pending acquisition of Kenvue. For each $1,000 principal amount validly tendered by October 9, 2026, not withdrawn and accepted, eligible holders who beneficially own the notes at expiration may receive $970 in new notes, a $30 early participation premium in notes and $1.00 in cash. Tenders after that date and by expiration may receive $970 in new notes per $1,000 accepted, subject to rounding.
The offers are conditioned on closing the acquisition, expected in the fourth quarter of 2026, plus other conditions; they expire at 5:00 p.m. New York City time on October 27, 2026, unless extended or terminated. Kimberly-Clark is also soliciting consents to remove substantially all restrictive covenants, certain events of default other than payment failures, the SEC reporting covenant, and certain merger and asset-transfer restrictions from each Kenvue indenture. The new notes would be unsecured senior obligations. Kenvue reported $15.124 billion in net sales and $1.470 billion in net income for fiscal 2025.
Kimberly-Clark reported second quarter 2026 results with net sales of $4.189 billion, up 0.6 percent year over year. Gross margin was 38.3 percent, and adjusted gross margin was 38.8 percent, up 190 basis points versus the prior year. Operating profit was $633 million, while adjusted operating profit rose to $757 million, up 6.2 percent. Diluted EPS from continuing operations were $1.22, but adjusted EPS from continuing operations increased to $1.80, up 10.4 percent. Diluted EPS attributable to Kimberly-Clark were $1.04, with adjusted EPS attributable of $2.12, also up 10.4 percent.
For the first half of 2026, net sales grew 1.6 percent to $8.352 billion, and adjusted operating profit increased 4.9 percent to $1.489 billion. Cash provided by operations reached $1.653 billion versus $1.097 billion a year earlier, while capital spending was $776 million and dividends paid totaled $843 million. Total debt from continuing operations was $6.5 billion as of June 30, 2026. Results reflected the exit of the U.S. private label diaper business, strong productivity savings, and one-time tariff refunds, partially offset by transformation charges and a social media–driven disruption to diaper sales in China. The company highlighted progress on its Powering Care strategy, including the Suzano joint venture Arbex, a new alternative natural fibers pilot plant, and the pending Kenvue acquisition, and expects 2026 adjusted EPS from continuing operations to grow high single digits on a constant-currency basis.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, where shareholders elected all nominees to the board of directors and acted on several key proposals.
Each of the 13 director nominees, including Sylvia M. Burwell and CEO Michael D. Hsu, received more votes for than against, supported by substantial broker non-votes. Stockholders also ratified the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditors for 2026, with 271,479,168 votes for and 17,253,057 against.
On an advisory basis, shareholders approved the compensation of the company’s named executive officers, with 227,376,231 votes for and 14,569,707 against. A stockholder proposal to require an independent Board Chair received 81,710,364 votes for and 159,903,197 votes against, so it was not approved.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation reported that Vice President and Controller Andrew Scribner will leave the company effective May 22, 2026 to pursue other opportunities. Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Nelson Urdaneta will serve as the company’s principal accounting officer on an interim basis in addition to his current duties.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation reported higher first-quarter 2026 earnings with modest sales growth and reaffirmed its 2026 outlook. Net sales from continuing operations were $4.16 billion, up 2.7% year over year, driven by 2.5% organic sales growth and 3.0% volume-plus-mix growth, partially offset by lower pricing and the exit of the U.S. private label diaper business.
Operating profit rose 19.3% to $753 million, while adjusted operating profit increased 3.7% to $732 million, supported by productivity savings, lower overhead and favorable currency, partially offset by pricing investments and transformation and acquisition-related charges. Diluted EPS from continuing operations were $1.70, up from $1.39, with adjusted EPS from continuing operations at $1.60, down 1.2% due mainly to a higher adjusted effective tax rate. Diluted EPS attributable to Kimberly-Clark reached $2.00, with adjusted EPS attributable to Kimberly-Clark at $1.97, up 2.1%.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation held a virtual special meeting where stockholders approved issuing new shares of common stock to Kenvue Inc. stockholders as part of the planned two-step merger with Kenvue. This vote clears a key condition for Kimberly-Clark to complete the mergers described in its earlier proxy materials.
Of 331,892,847 shares outstanding as of the record date, 248,177,004 shares, or about 74.8%, were represented, constituting a quorum. The issuance proposal received 239,054,286 votes for, 8,439,618 votes against, and 683,100 abstentions, with no broker non-votes. A contingent adjournment proposal was not needed.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation filed a current report to furnish its financial results. The company attached a press release as Exhibit 99.1 that reports its results of operations for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2025. The information under Item 2.02 is being furnished rather than filed, which limits how it is used for certain securities law purposes and for incorporation into future registration statements. This 8-K also includes cover page interactive data and Inline XBRL tagging for the filing’s front page information.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is updating how it presents past results by recasting parts of its 2024 annual report to treat its International Family Care and Professional (IFP) business as discontinued operations. This follows a June 5, 2025 agreement with Suzano S.A. to form a joint venture that will include substantially all former IFP operations. At closing, Suzano and its subsidiaries will acquire a 51% interest in the joint venture for a purchase price of approximately $1.7 billion, while Kimberly-Clark will retain a 49% equity stake.
The company determined this IFP transaction is a strategic shift that will have a major effect on its operations and financial results. As a result, second quarter 2025 and earlier periods in the 2024 Form 10-K are being recast so IFP results appear as discontinued operations. Exhibit 99.1 replaces selected sections, including Management’s Discussion and Analysis and the financial statements, but the filing does not amend or restate other parts of the original 2024 Form 10-K.
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) reported a leadership change: Chief Digital and Technology Officer Zackery Hicks will depart the company effective March 31, 2026 to pursue other opportunities.
The company stated that Mr. Hicks will receive certain compensation and benefits consistent with its Severance Pay Plan. No additional leadership or operational changes were detailed in this notice.
Kimberly‑Clark announced a definitive agreement to acquire Kenvue via a two‑step merger. Each share of Kenvue common stock will be converted into the right to receive 0.14625 shares of K-C common stock plus $3.50 in cash at the first merger effective time. No fractional K-C shares will be issued; cash will be paid in lieu of fractions.
The stock portion will be listed on Nasdaq, and K-C and Kenvue will file a joint proxy statement/prospectus on a Form S‑4 for required stockholder approvals. Closing is subject to customary conditions, including antitrust clearances, SEC effectiveness of the S‑4, Nasdaq approval of the stock consideration, and both companies’ stockholder approvals. The outside date is November 2, 2026, with a potential extension to May 3, 2027 for regulatory approvals.
K-C secured a $7.7 billion bridge facility commitment to fund the cash consideration and related fees if other financings or dispositions are not completed by closing. The merger agreement provides for a $1.136 billion termination fee under specified circumstances. Upon closing, K-C’s board will include three Kenvue designees.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) furnished a press release announcing results of operations for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. The release is provided as Exhibit 99.1 to an accompanying Form 8-K.
The information in Item 2.02 is being furnished, not filed, and is not subject to Section 18 of the Exchange Act. It will not be incorporated by reference into Securities Act filings unless expressly stated. Kimberly-Clark’s common stock trades on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol KMB.