5 Best Counter Cyclical Stocks to Buy Right Now

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In this article, we will list the 5 Best Counter Cyclical Stocks to Buy Right Now. Please visit 8 Best Counter Cyclical Stocks to Buy Right Now if you would like to see the extended list and the methodology behind it.

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5. Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ:KMB)

On April 15, 2026, Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ:KMB) outlined the organizational structure and leadership for the combined company following its pending acquisition of Kenvue (KVUE). After closing, the business will be organized into four segments: North America, generating approximately $18.0B in annual sales; Asia Pacific Focus Markets, including Greater China, Australia / New Zealand, South Korea, and Indonesia, with about $4.3B in sales; Europe, Middle East, and Africa, or EMEA, with approximately $5.0B; and Enterprise Markets, covering Latin America, India, Southeast Asia, and Japan, generating around $4.3B. Hsu will remain Chairman and CEO, and the transaction is still expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and customary conditions.

On April 13, 2026, Barclays analyst Lauren Lieberman lowered the price target on Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ:KMB) to $99 from $105 and maintained an Equal Weight rating as part of a Q1 preview across consumer staples. Lauren Lieberman cited “growing caution” on the group ahead of earnings due to higher input costs and pointed to “building concerns” in food around dividend sustainability for certain companies.

Meanwhile, BofA reduced its price target on Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ:KMB) to $120 from $130 and maintained a Buy rating, adjusting estimates ahead of earnings in the U.S. consumer staples group.

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ:KMB) manufactures and markets personal care products in the United States.

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