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Accrued rebates

Kimberly-Clark Accrued rebates decreased by 20.4% to $195.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 20.4%, from $245.00M to $195.00M. Over 5 years (FY 2020 to FY 2025), Accrued rebates shows a downward trend with a -5.2% CAGR.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionOther
CategoryProfitability
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ4 2025

How to read this metric

An increase may signal higher promotional activity to drive sales volume, while a decrease could indicate reduced trade spending or more efficient pricing strategies.

Detailed definition

This represents the estimated liability for rebates, discounts, and trade incentives owed to customers or retail partner...

Peer comparison

Common in consumer packaged goods; levels depend on the intensity of competition and the company's reliance on trade promotions.

Metric ID: other_accrued_rebates_3c17e5

Historical Data

5 periods
 Q4 '21Q4 '22Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$249.00M$285.00M$268.00M$245.00M$195.00M
QoQ Change—+14.5%-6.0%-8.6%-20.4%
YoY Change—+14.5%-6.0%-8.6%-20.4%
Range$195.00M – $285.00M
CAGR-21.7%
Avg YoY Growth-5.1%
Median YoY Growth-7.3%
Current Streak3 quarters decline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kimberly-Clark's accrued rebates?
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) reported accrued rebates of $195.00M in Q4 2025.
How has Kimberly-Clark's accrued rebates changed year-over-year?
Kimberly-Clark's accrued rebates decreased by 20.4% year-over-year, from $245.00M to $195.00M.
What is the long-term trend for Kimberly-Clark's accrued rebates?
Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Kimberly-Clark's accrued rebates has grown at a -5.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $255.00M to $195.00M.
What does accrued rebates mean?
Estimated payments owed to customers for trade discounts and promotional rebates.