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Kimberly-Clark shares drop 30% on merger litigation risk; dividend yield now over 5%

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29 Sep 2026
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Kimberly-Clark shares drop 30% on merger litigation risk; dividend yield now over 5%

Kimberly-Clark's shares have fallen about 30% due to concerns over litigation risks related to its merger with Kenvue, particularly involving Tylenol lawsuits. Despite this, the stock now offers a dividend yield above 5%, which is seen as sustainable and attractive amid current economic and geopolitical uncertainties. The company reported modest revenue growth of 1.6% in the first half of the year, though Q2 earnings dropped 32% due to increased marketing expenses linked to energy costs. The merger with Kenvue is expected to support moderate revenue growth and improved profitability, with the litigation risk largely priced into the current valuation.

Kimberly-Clark offers a dividend yield of 5.18%, making it an attractive income option on Pluang as of Sep 29, 2026 19:31 WIB. Despite the recent share price decline noted in the news, on Pluang the stock trades at USD 98.20, down 0.57% for the day, with a market cap of $32.85 billion. The platform shows strong buy interest with 100% of orders being buys, reflecting confidence among Pluang investors amid the ongoing merger and litigation concerns.

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