KMB monthly performance report
Explore KMB's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
KMB monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Kimberly-Clark (KMB) closed November 2026 at $109.43, up 1.38% for the month and +4.77% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, KMB is +8.46%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +5.86% versus its 200-day moving average ($103.37), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, KMB has underperformed the S&P 500 by −81.10%, with a relative strength index reading of 52.7.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 41% — 16 positive months versus 23 negative months.
Kimberly-Clark ended November 2026 at $109.43, posting a monthly return of +1.38%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +1.56%.
The current quarter stands at +12.32% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +5.86% versus the 200-day moving average ($103.37).
Year-to-date, KMB is +8.46% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −2.16%. The stock is currently −6.31% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −37.28%.
| Period | KMB | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +2.09% | −0.36% | +2.45% |
| 1 Week | +0.92% | +2.59% | −1.67% |
| 1 Month | +1.38% | −0.18% | +1.56% |
| 3 Months | −0.87% | −2.37% | +1.50% |
| 6 Months | +12.77% | +0.83% | +11.94% |
| YTD | +8.46% | +10.62% | −2.16% |
| 12 Months | +4.77% | +12.25% | −7.48% |
| 3 Years | −9.73% | +71.37% | −81.10% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | +12.47% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | +11.45% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | +10.79% |
| #4 | Feb 2025 | +9.26% |
| #5 | May 2025 | +9.09% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2026 | −13.43% |
| #2 | Jun 2025 | −10.32% |
| #3 | Sep 2026 | −9.75% |
| #4 | Nov 2025 | −8.85% |
| #5 | Dec 2025 | −7.54% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −3.55% |
| Q4 2025 | −18.86% |
| Q1 2026 | −4.38% |
| Q2 2026 | +13.79% |
| Q3 2026 | −11.24% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +12.32% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −10.49% |
| 2024 | +7.84% |
| 2025 | −23.01% |
| 2026 | +8.46% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $116.80 (2026-07-07) |
| 52-Week Low | $92.42 (2026-04-07) |
| Current Price | $109.43 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $103.37 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +5.86% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −37.28% (2026-04-07) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −6.31% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 52.7 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −81.10% |
| RS Peak | 100 (Nov 2023) |
| RS Trough | 44.5 (Oct 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was KMB's return for this report period?
KMB returned +1.38% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has KMB outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD KMB: +8.46% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is KMB's 12-month return?
+4.77% over the trailing 12 months.
Is KMB above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +5.86% versus 200DMA ($103.37).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−37.28% on 2026-04-07.