Kimberly-Clark (KMB, $132.03) posts -12% drop in Q1 earnings

Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bullish Trend Analysis

The RSI Oscillator points to a transition from a downward trend to an upward trend -- in cases where KMB's RSI Indicator exited the oversold zone, 15 of 36 resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 42%.

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for KMB just turned positive on October 06, 2026. Looking at past instances where KMB's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in 19 of 45 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 42%.

Following a +2.55% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where KMB advanced for three days, in 128 of 307 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 42%.

KMB may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 30, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on KMB as a result. In 49 of 92 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 53%.

The 10-day moving average for KMB crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on September 01, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 7 of 16 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 44%.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where KMB declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 51%.

The Aroon Indicator for KMB entered a downward trend on October 07, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 12 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 20 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (18.762) is normal, around the industry mean (18.044). P/E Ratio (19.520) is within average values for comparable stocks, (43.673). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.018) is also within normal values, averaging (1.518). KMB has a moderately high Dividend Yield (0.052) as compared to the industry average of (0.024). P/S Ratio (1.971) is also within normal values, averaging (1.931).

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 27 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 60 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. KMB’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. KMB’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 91, placing this stock worse than average.