Household & Personal Products Industry Overview
The Household & Personal Products industry, part of the Consumer Defensive sector, includes 32 publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of $680.31B. The industry is led by The Procter & Gamble Company (PG), Unilever PLC (UL), Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL).
Among the 32 listed Household & Personal Products companies, market capitalizations range from $336.34B (The Procter & Gamble Company) down to $32.79B (Kimberly-Clark Corporation), highlighting the wide size disparity across the industry. The average market cap across the industry is $21.26B, reflecting a mix of established large-cap players and smaller growth-oriented companies.
Household & Personal Products Industry Valuation
The Household & Personal Products industry currently trades at an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 29.9. This elevated multiple indicates that investors are pricing in strong future earnings growth across Household & Personal Products companies.
Household & Personal Products Dividend Profile
16 out of 32 Household & Personal Products companies (50%) currently pay dividends to shareholders. The average dividend yield across dividend-paying Household & Personal Products stocks is 4.00%. The high proportion of dividend payers suggests Household & Personal Products is a mature, cash-generating industry that rewards income-focused investors.
Largest Household & Personal Products Companies by Market Cap
| Company | Ticker | Market Cap | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Procter & Gamble Company | PG | $336.34B | 21.1 |
| Unilever PLC | UL | $123.97B | 19.0 |
| Colgate-Palmolive Company | CL | $71.90B | 34.8 |
| Kenvue Inc. | KVUE | $33.58B | 20.8 |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation | KMB | $32.79B | 19.1 |
The table above shows the top 5 Household & Personal Products companies ranked by market capitalization. P/E ratios reflect trailing twelve months earnings where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest Household & Personal Products company? The largest Household & Personal Products company by market capitalization is The Procter & Gamble Company (PG), valued at $336.34B. Use the full listing below to explore all Household & Personal Products companies and compare their financials.
How many Household & Personal Products stocks are there? There are 32 publicly traded Household & Personal Products companies listed on major US exchanges, ranging from The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) to Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) by market capitalization. This directory spans 1 pages, with all companies sorted by market cap for easy comparison.
How many Household & Personal Products stocks pay dividends? 16 of the 32 Household & Personal Products companies (50%) currently distribute dividends. The average yield among payers is 4.00%. Dividend policies vary significantly across Household & Personal Products companies — browse individual stock pages for the latest yield and payout details.
What is the average P/E ratio for Household & Personal Products stocks? The average trailing P/E ratio for the Household & Personal Products industry is 29.9x. Individual company valuations can vary widely — click through to any stock page for detailed valuation metrics.
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