Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$98.31
-1.26%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $33.05B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$18.97
+1.12%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimberly-Clark Corporation generates 22% more annual revenue ($16.56B vs $13.55B). KMB leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs -1.6%. KMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. KMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
KMB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPP
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.9%
Fair Value
$90.52
Current Price
$98.31
$7.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+75.6%
Fair Value
$75.12
Current Price
$18.97
$56.15 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 112 in profit
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 18.2x book value
2.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMB profiles as a value stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
KMB is growing revenue faster at 2.7% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KMB scores higher overall (61/100 vs 32/100). WPP offers better value entry with a 75.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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