P/E Ratio
Updated 367h ago
Sector Performance
30th percentileKMB
17.2x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The current P/E (price-to-earnings) ratio of 17.2x means investors are paying $17.20 for every $1.00 of the company’s trailing earnings — a lower number can indicate a cheaper stock.
Compared to the sector median of 23.8x, KMB sits at the 29th percentile among its peers, meaning 71% of sector stocks trade at higher multiples. The year-over-year change is not available, but the ratio rose 2.8% quarter-over-quarter from 16.8x to 17.2x. While the level is well below the sector median, the upward trend in the P/E could signal that earnings are growing more slowly than the share price, adding uncertainty. This combination of a below-median but rising multiple supports the cautious verdict — the stock may be cheaper than peers, but the recent increase warrants monitoring for any deterioration in earnings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about KMB?
Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.
How is the P/E Ratio calculated?
P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.
Who are KMB's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: VICI (9.1x), OMF (9.0x), JACK (8.5x), GIS (8.4x), FIS (8.4x).
The Formula
Price / EPS
Why It Matters
Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.
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17.2x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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