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Kimberly-Clark Lowers 2025 Profit Forecast Due to U.S. Tariffs

The consumer goods maker revised its earnings outlook to flat-to-positive growth as import taxes are expected to drive up supply-chain costs.

The logo of Kimberly-Clark is seen in Maracay, Venezuela, July 10, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Jasso/File Photo
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Overview

  • Kimberly-Clark downgraded its 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) forecast from mid-to-high single-digit growth to flat-to-positive growth.
  • The company attributed the revision to increased global supply-chain costs driven by U.S. President Donald Trump's broad-based import tariffs.
  • First-quarter revenue dropped 6% to $4.84 billion, missing analysts' expectations of $4.88 billion, while adjusted EPS of $1.93 slightly beat forecasts of $1.89.
  • CEO Mike Hsu expressed confidence in offsetting rising costs over time through pricing adjustments and operational efficiencies.
  • Shares of Kimberly-Clark fell more than 5% in premarket trading following the announcement, reflecting investor concerns over tariff-related headwinds.