Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB)

Consumer Staples ยท Converted Paper & Paperboard Prods (No Contaners/Boxes)

Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB) is listed on Nasdaq, where its shares have traded since August 22, 1946. SentiSense covers Kimberly-Clark Corp. in the Consumer Staples sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Converted Paper & Paperboard Prods (No Contaners/Boxes). Michael D. Hsu is its chief executive officer. The company reports 36,000 employees, and its corporate website is www.kimberly-clark.com.

About Kimberly-Clark Corp.

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 Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex, Depend, Kleenex, and Cottonelle. The firm also operates in the professional segment, partnering with businesses to provide workplace safety and sanitation solutions. 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. It is slated to add Kenvue's consumer health portfolio to its mix in the second half of calendar year 2026.

Institutional ownership

In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 1,691 institutions reported holding KMB, with 320.4 million shares worth $35.2 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were Vanguard, BlackRock and State Street. Of the 5 largest reported holders, 4 added shares and 1 reduced its position during the quarter.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Kimberly-Clark Corp. do?

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.

What sector is KMB in?

SentiSense classifies Kimberly-Clark Corp. in the Consumer Staples sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Converted Paper & Paperboard Prods (No Contaners/Boxes).

Where does KMB stock trade?

Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB) is listed on Nasdaq, where its shares have traded since August 22, 1946.

Who is the CEO of Kimberly-Clark Corp.?

Michael D. Hsu is the chief executive officer of Kimberly-Clark Corp..