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- Common-Size Income Statement
- Common-Size Balance Sheet: Assets
- Analysis of Solvency Ratios
- Common Stock Valuation Ratios
- Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
- Dividend Discount Model (DDM)
- Present Value of Free Cash Flow to Equity (FCFE)
- Price to Earnings (P/E) since 2005
- Analysis of Debt
- Aggregate Accruals
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Calculation
Kimberly-Clark Corp., debt to equity, long-term trends, calculation
| Debt to equity | = | Total debt1 | ÷ | Total Kimberly-Clark Corporation stockholders’ equity1 | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
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The analysis of the financial data reveals several notable trends over the reported periods. The total debt of the company exhibited a generally increasing pattern, rising from US$3,817 million in 2005 to US$8,364 million in 2020. This growth was relatively steady with minor fluctuations, indicating an increasing reliance on debt financing over the years.
In contrast, the total stockholders’ equity showed more volatility. Starting at US$5,558 million in 2005, equity values fluctuated with a significant decline observed in some years. Notably, there were negative equity values in 2014 (-174 million), 2015 (-102 million), 2018 (-287 million), and 2019 (-33 million), suggesting potential financial difficulties or accounting adjustments during those periods. Despite these fluctuations, equity showed some recovery by 2020, reaching US$626 million.
The debt-to-equity ratio highlights the interplay between debt and equity over time. Initially, this ratio was below 1.0, indicating a lower proportion of debt compared to equity. However, it increased sharply from 2007 onward, reaching 1.54 in 2008 and remaining above 1.0 for most subsequent years. The ratio peaked significantly in 2014 at 9.54, although data is missing for some years following this peak. Later reported values show a further increase, with the ratio reaching 13.36 in 2020. These elevated ratios suggest a substantial increase in the company's leverage, implying higher financial risk and greater dependence on debt relative to equity capital.
Overall, the financial data indicates a trend towards higher leverage, with increasing debt levels and fluctuating or declining equity values. The sharp increases in the debt-to-equity ratio in certain years, along with negative equity values, may warrant further investigation into the company's financial stability and capital structure management during those periods.
- Total Debt
- Steady increase from US$3,817 million in 2005 to US$8,364 million in 2020, indicating higher reliance on debt financing.
- Total Stockholders’ Equity
- Volatile with notable declines and negative values in multiple years; slight recovery by 2020 but overall showing financial instability.
- Debt to Equity Ratio
- Increased from below 1.0 in 2005 to a peak of 13.36 in 2020, reflecting growing leverage and higher financial risk.
Comparison to Competitors
Kimberly-Clark Corp., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Kimberly-Clark Corp. | Procter & Gamble Co. | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Staples)
Kimberly-Clark Corp., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer staples)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).