Kimberly-Clark Corporation provided earnings guidance for the year 2013. For the year, the company's net sales increase of 0 to 3%. Adjusted operating profit expects to grow 3% to 6%.

Interest expense is expected to increase somewhat in 2013. The adjusted effective tax rate in 2013 is anticipated to be in the 30% to 32% range. Adjusted earnings per share in a range of $5.50 to $5.65, up 5% to 8% compared to adjusted earnings per share of $5.25 in 2012.

Capital spending should total $1.0 to $1.1 billion, in line with the company's long-term target of 4% to 5% of net sales.