In reviewConsumer & Retail24 August 2026

KIMBERLY-CLARK to acquire KENVUE

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Deal facts

Buyer
KIMBERLY-CLARK
Target
KENVUE
Deal value
Not disclosed
Announced
24 August 2026
Status
In review
Sector
Consumer & Retail
Country
Not stated
Consideration
Not stated

Sources

What we know

Kimberly-Clark has agreed to acquire Kenvue in a strategic acquisition within the consumer and retail sector. The deal was announced on 24 August 2026. This transaction represents a significant move for Kimberly-Clark as it seeks to expand its portfolio through the purchase of Kenvue. The specific financial terms of the agreement have not been disclosed, and no details regarding the consideration type were reported in the available data. Consequently, the exact valuation and payment structure remain unknown to the public at this stage.

The transaction is currently in review. This status indicates that the deal has not yet been completed and is undergoing necessary procedural steps before finalisation. Regulatory bodies or internal governance structures may be evaluating the proposal to ensure compliance with relevant standards and requirements. The completion date has not been determined, and there are no confirmed timelines for when the acquisition might close. Stakeholders will need to await further announcements regarding the progress of the review process. Until the deal is officially closed, the operational independence of Kenvue remains unchanged, and no integration activities have commenced. The final outcome depends on the successful navigation of the current review phase by both parties involved in this strategic move.

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Deal timeline

1 update
  1. CMA invitation to comment

    KIMBERLY-CLARK / KENVUE

    FormalInvestigationPhase1Merger KIMBERLY-CLARK / KENVUE

    EU DG COMP

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