Kimberly-Clark (BSP:KMBB34) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 66.00 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 153% Above Median

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BSP:KMBB34 Kimberly-Clark Corp BSP:KMBB34
74 GF Score
Price R$554.40
GF Value R$632.91
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Kimberly-Clark Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio?

Kimberly-Clark BSP:KMBB34 +0.09% 74 Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 66.00 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 153% above its 10-year median of 26.09. GuruFocus rates BSP:KMBB34 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of R$632.91 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,430 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Kimberly-Clark ranks worse than 99.65% on this metric.

As of today (2026-08-02), Kimberly-Clark's current share price is R$554.40. Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was R$8.40. Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is 66.00.

The historical rank and industry rank for Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

BSP:KMBB34' s Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.99   Med: 26.09   Max: 129.83
Current: 66.7

During the past years, Kimberly-Clark's highest Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio was 129.83. The lowest was 9.99. And the median was 26.09.

BSP:KMBB34's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is ranked worse than
99.65% of 1430 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 1.25 vs BSP:KMBB34: 66.70

The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller. He uses E10 for his Shiller PE Ratio calculation. E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings per share of a company over the past 10 years. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. The Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share is the average of the inflation adjusted book value per share of a company over the past 10 years.

Kimberly-Clark's adjusted book value per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$28.297. Add all the adjusted book value per share for the past 10 years together and divide the count will get our Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share, which is R$8.40 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

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Kimberly-Clark  (BSP:KMBB34) Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Explanation

Compared with the regular PB Ratio, which works poorly for cyclical businesses, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio smoothed out the fluctuations of book value during business cycles. Therefore it is more accurate in reflecting the valuation of the company.

If a company has consistent business performance, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio should give similar results to regular PB Ratio.


Kimberly-Clark Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Related Terms


Kimberly-Clark Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Kimberly-Clark Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Chart

Kimberly-Clark Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio
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Kimberly-Clark Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 118.80 102.70 91.47 67.90 58.86

BSP:KMBB34 vs KVUE, EL, CHD: Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Comparison

For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Kimberly-Clark Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio falls into.


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Kimberly-Clark Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio Calculation

Like the Shiller PE Ratio, the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio takes the Book Value per Share from the past 10 years, adjusts it for inflation, and then calculates the average. This average is then used for the P/B calculation. Because it considers this 10-year average, it's often referred to as the CAPB Ratio.

The Shiller PE Ratio was first used by professor Robert Shiller to measure the valuation of the overall market. The similar calculation is applied by GuruFocus to calculate the Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio.

Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for today is calculated as

Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio=Share Price/ Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share
=554.40/8.40
=66.00

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

For example, Kimberly-Clark's adjusted Book Value per Share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was:

Adj_Book=Book Value per Share/CPI of Mar. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Mar. 2026)
=28.297/330.2130*330.2130
=28.297

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 330.2130.

Kimberly-Clark Quarterly Data

Book Value per Share CPI Adj_Book
201606 1.865 241.018 2.555
201609 2.714 241.428 3.712
201612 -0.959 241.432 -1.312
201703 1.197 243.801 1.621
201706 0.951 244.955 1.282
201709 2.306 246.819 3.085
201712 5.903 246.524 7.907
201803 2.973 249.554 3.934
201806 -0.618 251.989 -0.810
201809 -1.577 252.439 -2.063
201812 -3.231 251.233 -4.247
201903 -3.406 254.202 -4.424
201906 -1.994 256.143 -2.571
201909 -1.693 256.759 -2.177
201912 -0.397 256.974 -0.510
202003 -2.394 258.115 -3.063
202006 4.078 257.797 5.224
202009 5.314 260.280 6.742
202012 9.509 260.474 12.055
202103 8.646 264.877 10.779
202106 7.821 271.696 9.505
202109 7.432 274.310 8.947
202112 8.630 278.802 10.221
202203 10.411 287.504 11.958
202206 8.866 296.311 9.880
202209 6.789 296.808 7.553
202212 8.501 296.797 9.458
202303 11.100 301.836 12.144
202306 7.176 305.109 7.766
202309 9.936 307.789 10.660
202312 13.304 306.746 14.322
202403 15.437 312.332 16.321
202406 18.156 314.175 19.083
202409 21.338 315.301 22.347
202412 15.446 315.605 16.161
202503 19.103 319.799 19.725
202506 21.236 322.561 21.740
202509 21.526 324.800 21.885
202512 24.690 324.054 25.159
202603 28.297 330.213 28.297

Add all the adjusted book value per share together and divide the count will get our Cyclically Adjusted Book per Share.

Please note that we use the CPI data of the country/region where the company is headquartered. If the CPI data for that country/region is not available, then we will use the CPI data of the United States as default.

What does a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 66.00 mean?
Kimberly-Clark (BSP:KMBB34) has a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 66.00 as of Aug. 02, 2026. Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted book value per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Kimberly-Clark and its competitors. This is 153% above median its historical median of 26.09. Over the past decade, Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 9.99 to 129.83. According to the industry distribution chart, Kimberly-Clark ranks #1425 out of 1430 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 99.7%.
Is Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio too high?
Kimberly-Clark's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 66.00 is 153% above median its 10-year median of 26.09. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.99 to a high of 129.83. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.25. Kimberly-Clark's value of 66.00 is 5180% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kimberly-Clark ranks #1425 out of 1430 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Kimberly-Clark has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kimberly-Clark's Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio compare to KVUE and EL?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Kimberly-Clark ranks #1425 out of 1430 companies for Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio. This places Kimberly-Clark in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.25. Kimberly-Clark's value of 66.00 is 5180% above this benchmark. Historically, Kimberly-Clark's own Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio has ranged from 9.99 to 129.83 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.09 vs. the industry median of 1.25, Kimberly-Clark has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 1.25, based on 1,430 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Kimberly-Clark's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio of 66.00 is 5180% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio mean?
A high Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is the ratio of share price to a company's inflation-adjusted book value per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Kimberly-Clark and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 1.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kimberly-Clark's current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 66.00, which is 153% above median its own 10-year median of 26.09. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kimberly-Clark stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kimberly-Clark (BSP:KMBB34) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$632.91, compared to a current price of R$554.40 — trading 12.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 66.00, which is 153% above median its 10-year median of 26.09 and 5180% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 1.25. Kimberly-Clark's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio calculated?
Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kimberly-Clark (BSP:KMBB34), the current Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio is 66.00 as of Aug. 02, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Kimberly-Clark (BSP:KMBB34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kimberly-Clark stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R$554.40 is trading 12.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$632.91. GuruFocus considers Kimberly-Clark to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:KMBB34:

  • Cyclically Adjusted PB Ratio: 66.00 (153% above median its 10-year median of 26.09)
  • GF Value™: R$632.91 vs. price of R$554.40 (12.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 5180% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1425 of 1430)

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:KMBB34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Kimberly-Clark Business Description

Address P.O. Box 619100, Dallas, TX, USA, 75261-9100
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.
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