Kimberly-Clark is an American multinational corporation that was founded in 1872. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and is a publicly traded company, with shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Kimberly-Clark's shares are owned by a diverse group of individual and institutional investors. The company is a leading manufacturer and marketer of personal care and consumer products, including items such as tissue, paper towels, diapers, and other items. In addition to the Kimberly-Clark brand, the company also owns a number of other well-known brands, such as Huggies, Kleenex, and Cottonelle.