Kimberly-Clark Corporation Announces Successful Completion of $4.9 Billion Private Offering of Senior Notes

DALLAS, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ: KMB) ("Kimberly-Clark"), a core S&P 500 component, announced today that it has closed its previously announced private offering (the "Offering") of senior unsecured notes in a combined aggregate principal amount of $4.9 billion (collectively, the "Notes"). The Notes were issued by Kimberly-Clark in five tranches: (i) $750,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.100% Notes due 2028, (ii) $1,000,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.300% Notes due 2029, (iii) $1,250,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.450% Notes due 2031, (iv) $750,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.650% Notes due 2034, and (v) $1,150,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.800% Notes due 2036.

PRNewsWire • an hour ago

Best Dividend Aristocrats For November 2026

Dividend Aristocrats underperformed SPY in September but rebounded sharply in October, narrowing the YTD gap. NOBL and the average Aristocrat have YTD returns of 13.13% and 13.35%, trailing SPY's 14.15%. Dividend growth among Aristocrats accelerated, with the 2026 average increase now at 4.55%, bolstered by recent double-digit hikes.

Seeking Alpha • 15 hours ago

American Century Equity Income Fund Q3 2026 Portfolio Activity

Becton Dickinson and Co. reported strong quarterly results, improved cash flow and a higher earnings outlook. Kimberly-Clark's shares declined after management lowered its growth outlook amid softer demand trends and disruptions in China. The portfolio's underweight position in Apple relative to the benchmark detracted as optimism around its ecosystem and artificial intelligence opportunities supported the stock during the period.

Seeking Alpha • 14 hours ago

4 Big-Name Dividend Stocks Paying Yields Most Blue Chips Can't Match

Four household names spread across pipelines, tobacco, banking, and consumer staples are paying yields that most blue chips never come close to, but a big yield number means nothing if the cash behind it runs dry.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 27, 2026

Dutch Bros vs. Kimberly-Clark: Which Is the Smarter Buy Today?

Dutch Bros continues to increase its footprint across the United States, opening 48 new shops in the second quarter of 2026. Kimberly-Clark provides defensive stability through essential brands, and its portfolio can expand as it is in the process of acquiring Kenvue.

The Motley Fool • Oct 28, 2026

Kimberly-Clark Corporation Announces Extension of the Expiration Date for Exchange Offers for Kenvue Notes

DALLAS, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ: KMB) ("Kimberly-Clark") announced today the extension of the expiration date of the offers to exchange (each an "Exchange Offer" and, collectively, the "Exchange Offers") any and all outstanding notes (the "Kenvue Notes") issued by Kenvue Inc. (NYSE: KVUE) ("Kenvue") for up to $7,000,000,000 aggregate principal amount of new notes to be issued by Kimberly-Clark (the "Kimberly-Clark Notes"). Kimberly-Clark hereby extends such expiration date from 5:00 p.m.

PRNewsWire • Oct 28, 2026

Best Dividend Kings: October 2026

Dividend Kings have outperformed SPY YTD, rising 13.5% versus SPY's 12.32%, with a strong October rebound. Twenty-six Dividend Kings appear both potentially undervalued and offer long-term annualized expected returns of at least 10%. Dividend growth for the Kings in 2026 averages 4.65%, with recent increases from GRC, NWN, and RPM.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 26, 2026

Kimberly-Clark: The Dividend Survives Kenvue, But Expect Token Raises

Kimberly-Clark is nearing completion of its $48.7bn acquisition of Kenvue, with key regulatory approvals secured. Current earnings cover the dividend at 69%, but combined FCF only covers it at about 1.07x before $2.5bn in integration costs. Kenvue's Tylenol litigation was revived in July, and they have no reserve for it. A settlement of Zantac-size would be at $2bn and cost $2.50 per share.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 23, 2026

Kimberly-Clark vs. Coca-Cola: Which Dividend Stock Is the Better Buy Now?

Kimberly-Clark holds a dominant position in essential household paper and personal care products globally. Coca-Cola maintains industry-leading net margins and a massive distribution network.

The Motley Fool • Oct 23, 2026

Jim Cramer Calls Kimberly-Clark a Hated Dividend King. Is He Right?

Jim Cramer called Kimberly-Clark hated, but the real story behind its dividend streak, its free cash flow, and a social media disinformation campaign in China raises harder questions than Cramer let on.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 21, 2026