Kimberly-Clark Q2 net sales $4.2B, flat organic; adjusted EPS $1.80, +10.4%; China disruption

KIMBERLY CLARK CORP

Net sales $4.2B, up 0.6%; organic sales flat; adjusted gross margin 38.8%, up 190 bps YoY.
Adjusted EPS from continuing ops $1.80, up 10.4%; adjusted EPS attributable to K-C $2.12, up 10.4%.
China social media disruption negatively impacted diaper sales in Q2; expected to further impact near-term sales and profits.
Strategic updates: Arbex JV with Suzano launched; Kenvue acquisition on track for year-end close; alternative fibers pilot plant announced.
CEO cites discrete headwinds that will moderate 2026 growth and earnings potential; no specific guidance numbers provided.

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