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KMB P/E Ratio Analysis

18.7x

Updated 57h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A P/E ratio of 18.7x means investors pay $18.70 for each $1 of the company's past-year earnings per share, a common measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profitability.

Sector Performance

37th percentile

KMB

18.7x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

17.2x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

A P/E ratio of 18.7x means investors pay $18.70 for each $1 of the company's past-year earnings per share, a common measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profitability.

At 18.7x, KMB trades below the sector median of 23.2x and sits in the 37th percentile among peers, indicating it is cheaper than most comparable stocks. The metric is increasing, with a quarter-over-quarter rise of +8.4%, while the year-over-year change is not available. The level is moderate-to-low against peers, but the upward trend suggests the market is paying more for each dollar of earnings now than it did last quarter. For an investor, the combination of a below-median valuation with rising P/E implies that potential risk from a price re-rating is currently limited, yet the direction warrants attention if earnings fail to keep pace. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the increasing ratio adds pressure on the company to deliver higher earnings to justify the higher multiple.

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: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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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.