Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
Gross profit margin
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit | US$ in thousands | 7,180,000 | 7,032,000 | 6,219,000 | 5,988,000 | 6,822,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 20,058,000 | 20,431,000 | 20,175,000 | 19,400,000 | 19,140,000 |
| Gross profit margin | 35.80% | 34.42% | 30.83% | 30.87% | 35.64% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $7,180,000K ÷ $20,058,000K
= 35.80%
Based on the provided data, the gross profit margin of Kimberly-Clark Corporation has exhibited fluctuations over the past five years. The margin decreased from 35.64% as of December 31, 2020, to 30.87% as of December 31, 2021, and further declined to 30.83% as of December 31, 2022. However, there was a notable improvement in the gross profit margin in the subsequent years, reaching 34.42% as of December 31, 2023, and 35.80% as of December 31, 2024.
Overall, the trend indicates some variability in the company's ability to generate profit from its core business operations. It is essential for investors and stakeholders to monitor the gross profit margin closely as it provides insights into the company's pricing strategy, cost management, and overall operational efficiency.
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Dec 31, 2024