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KIMBERLY CLARK CORP · 2026-08-04 · Importance 42 · Surprise 14

Kimberly-Clark paid $843 million of dividends during the first half of 2026, compared with $824 million a year earlier. Cash dividends declared increased 1.6% to $1.28 per share in the second quarter and to $2.56 per share for the first half. The company reported no common-stock repurchases in the first half of 2026, compared with $120 million in the prior-year period.

Key facts

• The company returned $843 million to shareholders through dividends in the first six months of 2026. source
• Cash dividends declared per share for the three months ended June 30, 2026 were $1.28 and for six months ended were $2.56. source