Kimberly-Clark Q1 EPS Seen Down 7.3% With 14.9% Revenue Drop
Analysts project Kimberly-Clark’s fiscal Q1 EPS at $1.79, a 7.3% year-over-year decline, on consensus revenue of $4.1 billion, down 14.9%. The company holds an Earnings ESP of +0.84% and a Zacks Rank #3, with a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise averaging 18.9%.
1. Q1 Earnings and Revenue Outlook
Kimberly-Clark’s first quarter fiscal 2026 is projected to yield earnings of $1.79 per share, marking a 7.3% decline from the prior year, while revenue is expected to fall 14.9% to $4.1 billion. This downturn reflects softer demand in key product categories and inventory management adjustments.
2. Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank
The company’s Earnings ESP stands at +0.84%, indicating a slight upward revision bias ahead of the report, while holding a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). This combination suggests modest upside potential but tempered analyst confidence.
3. Historical Earnings Surprise Performance
Over the past four quarters, Kimberly-Clark has delivered an average earnings surprise of 18.9%, demonstrating its ability to outperform consensus estimates despite revenue headwinds. Investors will watch if this track record continues in the upcoming release.