Stock Analysis on Net
Stock Analysis on Net

Kimberly-Clark Corp. (NYSE:KMB)

$22.49

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Return on Assets (ROA)
since 2005

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Calculation

Kimberly-Clark Corp., ROA, long-term trends, calculation

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ROA = 100 × Net income attributable to Kimberly-Clark Corporation1 ÷ Total assets1
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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 financial data reveals several noteworthy trends over the analyzed period.

Net Income Attributable to Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Net income figures exhibit fluctuations, with notable peaks and troughs across the years. Starting at 1,568 million USD in 2005, net income rose to a peak of 2,278 million USD in 2017. There were significant declines in certain years, such as 2014 and 2015, where net income fell to 1,526 million USD and 1,013 million USD respectively, indicating possible operational or market challenges during that period. The following years saw recovery and growth, culminating in the highest value of 2,352 million USD in 2020.
Total Assets
Total assets generally demonstrated a rising trend from 16,303 million USD in 2005 to a peak of 19,864 million USD in 2010. Subsequently, assets declined steadily through the mid-2010s to a low of 14,518 million USD in 2018. A recovery phase is observed post-2018, with assets increasing again to 17,523 million USD by 2020. This pattern suggests periods of asset divestment or write-downs followed by strategic reinvestment or acquisitions.
Return on Assets (ROA)
The ROA metric, reflecting efficiency in generating profit from assets, fluctuated considerably. Starting near 9.62% in 2005, it hovered around similar levels until a rise in 2013 to 11.32%. A steep dip appears in 2015 with 6.83%, contrasting sharply with the subsequent jump to 14.83% in 2016 and 15.04% in 2017, the highest in the series. Declines then followed in 2018 and 2019 before a slight decrease to 13.42% in 2020. These variations align with the net income and asset trends, indicating changing operational efficiency and profitability over time.

In summary, the data indicates a cyclical pattern of profitability and asset management, with periods of growth and contraction. The sharp declines in net income and ROA during the mid-decade suggest temporary challenges, followed by recovery and improved financial performance toward the end of the period. The movement in total assets further highlights strategic shifts in resource allocation that correspond with changes in profitability.

Comparison to Competitors

Kimberly-Clark Corp., ROA, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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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., ROA, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer staples)

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Kimberly-Clark Corp. 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).