Kimberly-Clark to buy Tylenol maker Kenvue in landmark $40bn merger

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Landmark $40 Billion Deal Could Save Kenvue from Crisis Amidst Tylenol Fallout

In a bold move, Kimberly-Clark is set to acquire Kenvue, the beleaguered consumer health conglomerate behind Tylenol, in a deal worth over $40 billion. The deal comes as Kenvue faces mounting challenges, including sharp stock market declines and intense scrutiny from government officials.

Just weeks ago, former US President Donald Trump sparked controversy by claiming that Tylenol increases the risk of autism in children when used by pregnant women. However, this assertion has been largely dismissed by scientists and contradicted by studies. The controversy has further compounded Kenvue's struggles, which include ousted CEO and stock market downturns.

The deal will see Kimberly-Clark merge with Kenvue to create a global health and wellness leader, positioning the company for new growth opportunities. Mike Hsu, chairman and CEO of Kimberly-Clark, hailed the acquisition as an "exciting opportunity" that would bring together two iconic companies. Larry Merlo, Kenvue's chairman, echoed this sentiment, stating that the deal will create a uniquely positioned global leader in consumer health.

Kenvue has been facing lawsuits related to its baby powder products and has also pushed back against Trump administration claims about acetaminophen, usually branded as Tylenol. The company maintains that independent science clearly shows that taking acetaminophen does not cause autism.

As part of the deal, Kimberly-Clark expects around $2.1 billion in annual cost savings. However, Kenvue's financial struggles persist, with net sales falling 3.5% in the last quarter and warning of further declines this year.

The acquisition marks a significant shift for both companies as they navigate an increasingly competitive consumer goods market marked by value-seeking shoppers and trade tensions. The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
 
I'm so relieved that Kenvue might get out of this mess 🙏! $40 billion is a crazy amount, but I guess it's better than going bankrupt 💸. And can you believe what Trump said about Tylenol and autism? Like, what even is the logic behind that conspiracy theory 🤯? Anyway, it's great to see Kimberly-Clark stepping in to save Kenvue. Maybe this acquisition will help them figure out why their stock prices are tanking 📉. And on a more serious note, I'm all for companies making smart business moves, especially when they're dealing with uncertain market conditions 🤝.
 
🤔 I wonder if $40 billion is really enough to save Kenvue from crisis... I mean, $2.1 billion cost savings isn't even a drop in the ocean for them. And what's with all these lawsuits? Can't they just make some Tylenol products safer or something? 🙄
 
Ugh, I'm still trying to wrap my head around this $40 billion deal 🤯... I mean, what's next? Are they gonna merge their favorite snacks too?! 🍿💸 But seriously, think about it - a single acquisition can totally flip the script on a struggling company like Kenvue. The thing is, I'm not sure if Kimberly-Clark is buying them out of goodwill or just because they saw an opportunity to clean up some messy inventory 💼. Either way, I hope this deal brings some stability and growth to the table... but let's be real, it's a huge weight off their shoulders 🤝.
 
🤔 This $40 billion deal better be good news for Kenvue's employees 🙏 I mean, who gets laid off or their benefits reduced just because a bunch of rich dudes decide to merge companies? 💸 It seems like they're trying to save the company from itself, but what about the people affected by Tylenol's bad rep? 🤷‍♀️ Shouldn't the real priority be making sure everyone who takes acetaminophen is safe and healthy? 🌟
 
omg, like, can you even imagine Kenvue surviving without Kimi-Clark?! 🤯 I've been following this saga for ages and I'm literally hyped about this $40 billion deal 💸! They're basically saving each other from certain doom 😂. It's insane that Trump said those crazy things about Tylenol, I mean, come on, science is science, fam! 🧬💪 Anyway, can't wait to see what this new combo of Kenvue & Kimi-Clark brings to the table 🤔... maybe we'll even get some amazing new products?! 💊 Fingers crossed that they can turn things around and show us all what they're really capable of 😄. The future is looking bright, baby! 💫
 
OMG, THIS DEAL COULD BE A LIFESAVER FOR KENVUE!!! 🤞 I mean, 40 BILLION DOLLARS IS A LOT OF MONEY AND IT'LL GIVE THEM THE RESOURCES THEY NEED TO GET BACK ON TRACK! 💸 As for the Tylenol fallout, let's be real, it was just a bunch of noise from trump and now they're moving on. Kenvue has some major issues to deal with like baby powder lawsuits and financial struggles but I think this deal will help them get back on track. It'll also give them a chance to merge with kimberly-clark and become a bigger player in the market! 🤝
 
Man, can you believe it's coming down to this? First, Tylenol's reputation gets ruined by some wild claims from Donald Trump 🤯, and now Kenvue's getting swallowed up by Kimberly-Clark for a whopping $40 billion 💸. It's like the whole industry is just crumbling under pressure, ya know?

And don't even get me started on how much of this deal hinges on saving face 😔. I mean, Kenvue was already struggling with stock market declines and lawsuits over its baby powder products... it's a miracle they made it this far 💪. And now, Kimberly-Clark gets to swoop in and save the day (or whatever) 🎉.

I guess it's good that Mike Hsu is hyping up this deal as some kind of "exciting opportunity" 🤔... but for Kenvue, it feels like a desperate attempt to stay afloat 🌊. I'm not sure if they'll be able to weather the storm and come out stronger on the other side 💨.

Oh well, at least the financials seem pretty rosy for Kimberly-Clark 💸... 2.1 billion in annual cost savings? That's some nice cash 💸. But hey, you can't put a price on what's left of Kenvue's dignity 😔.
 
I'm so glad to see Kenvue getting some respite from all this drama 🙌. I mean, 40 billion bucks is no joke, and it's crazy how one guy's opinion can tank a company 🤯. Newsflash: science says Tylenol doesn't cause autism! I'm sure the former President just wanted to stir up some controversy 😒.

Anyway, it's interesting to see Kimberly-Clark swooping in to save the day 🚀. They must be seeing something we don't - potential for growth and all that jazz 💸. I'm curious to see how this deal will play out, especially with Kenvue pushing back against those Trump admin claims 💪.

On a more personal level, I've always wondered what happened to the baby powder products 🤔... maybe this deal is an opportunity for them to revamp and get back on track 🔄. Only time will tell if they can turn things around 🕰️.
 
Ugh, can we talk about how ridiculous it is that Kenvue's financial struggles are still being publicized like this? Like, come on guys, you've already had a major crisis with Tylenol and now you're expecting us to believe that Kimberly-Clark is just going to swoop in and save the day? 🤦‍♀️

And what's up with all these lawsuits and controversies surrounding Kenvue's products? Like, can't they just focus on making their stuff without being hounded by every Tom, Dick, and Harry claiming they're responsible for some made-up problem? It's getting old. 😒

I mean, I guess the deal is a good thing and all that jazz, but it feels like Kenvue is just going to be stuck in this never-ending cycle of crisis mode until someone comes along and saves them again. Like, when are they going to get their act together for once? 🙄
 
So there's this huge $40 billion deal going down, and it's literally saving Kenvue from a total meltdown 🤯! But what's really interesting here is that this acquisition comes at a time when we're seeing this massive shift in consumer behavior, where people are all about value and sustainability. It's like the whole industry is trying to figure out how to adapt to this new world order.

And let me tell you, this deal raises some red flags for me. I mean, think about it - two major corporations merging into one giant health and wellness behemoth 🤝. What does that say about our healthcare system? Are we just going to hand over the reins to a few big players now?

Plus, have you seen all these lawsuits Kenvue's been dealing with lately? It's like they're trying to create their own controversy where none exists 🙄. And don't even get me started on Trump's autism claims - that was some straight-up BS! 🚮

So, what does this deal say about our priorities as a society? Are we just going to let corporations run amok and ignore the science when it comes to public health? 🤔 I'm all for competition and growth, but not at the expense of our collective well-being.
 
OMG, can you believe that Kenvue's stock prices are going down 📉💸? It's like, what even happened with the whole Tylenol thing? 🤷‍♀️ People were like "oh no, acetaminophen causes autism" 😱 and then scientists were all "nope, not true 🙅‍♂️". Anyway, I guess this $40 billion deal is like a big ol' safety net for Kenvue 🌈💪. Like, it's gonna save the company from going under and stuff 💕. But, can we talk about how much money these CEOs are making? 🤑 Mike Hsu's chairmanship and all that jazz 😂. Anyways, I guess this acquisition is like a big step towards new growth opportunities 🌱💫 for both companies... fingers crossed it all works out 🤞!
 
man, $40 billion is crazy talk! but seriously, kenvue needs this lifeline or it's gonna be in big trouble 🤯 kimberly-clark is making a smart move by acquiring kenvue, especially considering all the drama with trump and the stock market slump 💸 they're basically saving the company from a crisis. and the fact that they're getting $2.1 billion in cost savings? that's like finding a needle in a haystack 🎉 still not sure how it'll play out, but i guess only time will tell 😐
 
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