Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1281 data points (2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16)
With more than half of its 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...
Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 17.96 (historical range: 14.60–56.17, median: 24.06), placing it at the 20th percentile — below its historical average, P/S ratio of 2.12 (range: 1.85–4.54, 19th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 16.19 (range: 13.48–44.01, 11th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16), Kimberly-Clark Corp.'s P/E ratio has contracted by 20% over the observed period (from an average of 28.4 to 22.8).
Kimberly-Clark Corp. trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 17.96 | 24.06 | 20th | below its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 2.12 | 2.37 | 19th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 16.19 | 20.51 | 11th | cheap relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 5.18% | 4.40% | 77th | below its historical average |
Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB) Valuation & P/E History
Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB) is a US-listed stock operating in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Converted Paper & Paperboard Prods (No Contaners/Boxes) industry currently trading at $105.50 with a market capitalization of $35.1 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for KMB based on 1281 data points covering 2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 17.96 is below the historical median of 24.06, placing KMB at the 20th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 2.12 compares to a median of 2.37.
KMB Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Kimberly-Clark Corp.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether KMB is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests KMB is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Kimberly-Clark Corp..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is KMB Overvalued or Undervalued?
Kimberly-Clark Corp. trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 17 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive KMB is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full KMB analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.KMB trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.