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Kimberly-Clark Completes Acquisition of Kenvue, Creating the Preeminent Global Consumer Health and Wellness Leader

PR Newswire•02/11/2026•09:02 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Kimberly-Clark completes acquisition of Kenvue, creating a global consumer health leader
  • ➤Run-rate synergies reaffirmed at approximately $2.1 billion
  • ➤Kenvue shareholders receive $3.50 cash and 0.14625 Kimberly-Clark shares
  • ➤Kenvue shares ceased trading on the NYSE November 2, 2026
  • ➤Combined portfolio includes 10 billion-dollar brands across personal care and health

Expert Statements

Mike Hsu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kimberly-Clark

“Today marks a defining moment in Kimberly-Clark's 154-year history as we welcome Kenvue and hit the ground running as one company.”

Mike Hsu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kimberly-Clark

“We share a rich heritage: pioneering entire categories and forming deep, lifelong bonds with consumers around the world as we help generations of people take care of themselves and their loved ones, every day.”

Mike Hsu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kimberly-Clark

“Now, at a moment when the need for better care is undeniable and growing, we have an urgent opportunity to be there for more people, in more places and across evolving unmet needs.”

Mike Hsu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kimberly-Clark

“With Kenvue, Kimberly-Clark is equipped to combine deep consumer insight, groundbreaking science and innovation, brand-building expertise and strong commercial execution to lead the future of consumer health.”

Mike Hsu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kimberly-Clark

“Our focus now is to move with speed and purpose to unlock the full potential of this combination.”

Mike Hsu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kimberly-Clark

“I am confident that our shared commitment to care and strong execution will enable us to deliver generational value for consumers, customers and shareholders.”

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