Non-Current Assets

Net Operating Loss Carryforwards

Kimberly-Clark Net Operating Loss Carryforwards decreased by 6.9% to $484.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 6.9%, from $520.00M to $484.00M. Over 5 years (FY 2020 to FY 2025), Net Operating Loss Carryforwards shows relatively stable performance with a 1.9% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryLiquidity
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2016
Last reportedQ4 2025

How to read this metric

Higher values indicate significant past losses that may provide future tax relief, provided the company returns to profitability.

Detailed definition

These are tax assets representing historical losses that can be applied to reduce future taxable income. They provide a...

Peer comparison

Frequently monitored in turnaround situations or companies with volatile earnings histories.

Metric ID: net_operating_loss_carryforwards

Historical Data

5 periods
 Q4 '21Q4 '22Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$682.00M$534.00M$463.00M$520.00M$484.00M
QoQ Change-21.7%-13.3%+12.3%-6.9%
YoY Change-21.7%-13.3%+12.3%-6.9%
Range$463.00M$682.00M
CAGR-29.0%
Avg YoY Growth-7.4%
Median YoY Growth-10.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kimberly-Clark's net operating loss carryforwards?
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) reported net operating loss carryforwards of $484.00M in Q4 2025.
How has Kimberly-Clark's net operating loss carryforwards changed year-over-year?
Kimberly-Clark's net operating loss carryforwards decreased by 6.9% year-over-year, from $520.00M to $484.00M.
What is the long-term trend for Kimberly-Clark's net operating loss carryforwards?
Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Kimberly-Clark's net operating loss carryforwards has grown at a 1.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $441.00M to $484.00M.
What does net operating loss carryforwards mean?
Tax credits from past losses that can be used to lower future tax bills.