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The Clorox Company
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The Clorox Company Q1 2027 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q1 2027 earnings summary2 Nov, 2026
Executive summary
Q1 net sales rose 33% to $1.905B; organic sales increased 18%, including 15 points from GOJO and reflecting the ERP-transition comparison.
Adjusted EPS rose 82% to $1.55; results benefited from cost savings and favorable timing, while higher inflation intensified margin pressure.
Priorities include brand superiority, innovation, market-share improvement, GOJO integration and shifting ERP work toward optimization and value creation.
Financial highlights
Gross margin fell 130 bps to 40.4% from 41.7%; higher commodity, manufacturing and logistics costs outweighed volume and savings, with GOJO inventory step-up adding ~50 bps of pressure.
Net earnings attributable to Clorox rose to $170M from $80M; diluted EPS increased to $1.39 from $0.65.
FY27 input-cost inflation is estimated at $240M, $40M above the start-of-year estimate; Q1 cost savings ranked among the highest quarterly totals on record.
Net cash from operations increased 54% to $143M from $93M, mainly on higher cash earnings, partly offset by working capital.
Outlook and guidance
FY27 net sales guidance is up 13%–14%, including ~9.5 points from GOJO; organic growth is 3.5%–4.5%, with more than 3.5 points from the ERP comparison and flat to slightly up excluding it.
FY27 gross margin is expected at ~41.5%; higher-than-normal inflation and negative mix are expected to outweigh savings and pricing, with recovery actions building in H2.
Diluted EPS guidance remains $5.41–$5.71 and adjusted EPS $5.70–$6.00; adjusted results are expected near the low end amid higher cost pressures.
S&A is expected at ~15.5% of sales, including ~40 bps of GOJO transaction-cost impact; advertising and sales promotion are expected at ~10% overall and ~12% in U.S. retail.
Q2 net sales are expected up 11%–13%, including ~13 points from GOJO; organic sales are expected flat to down 2% and gross margin ~40%.
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Latest events from The Clorox Company
- Garcia takes the CEO role Jan. 5, 2027, as Shattock becomes independent chair.CLX
Proxy filing - CEO succession, transformation milestones and below-target incentives define FY26.CLXProxy filing
- Board seeks support for director slate, say-on-pay and auditor ratification.CLXProxy filing
- Innovation and health & hygiene drive growth amid leadership transition and inflationary pressures.CLXBoston Global Staples Conference 2026
- FY27 outlook: double-digit sales growth, higher EPS, and GOJO and ERP integration benefits.CLXQ4 2026
- Q2 FY2026 sales and earnings declined, with major acquisitions and ongoing cost pressures.CLXQ2 2026
- $2.25B acquisition expands health & hygiene leadership, driving $50M in synergies.CLXM&A announcement
- Net sales fell 19% and gross margin dropped to 41.7% amid ERP transition impacts.CLXQ1 2026
- Digital transformation and IGNITE strategy accelerate growth, margin expansion, and innovation.CLXConsumer Analyst Group of New York Conference 2025
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Well-Known Cleaning Products
The Clorox Company, previously operating as the Clorox Chemical Company, is an American manufacturer of various consumer and professional products. The company is most famous for its namesake cleaning products, including its iconic line of bleach. The company also owns several well-known brands outside of cleaning products, including names such as Burt’s Bees, Nature Valley, Brita, and several others. The company is headquartered in Oakland, California and its shares are traded on the NYSE.
Chlorine and Sodium Hydroxide
Clorox was founded in 1913 and started out as the Electro-Alkaline Company, producing liquid bleach for industrial purposes by using a unique process of electrolyzing salt water. The name "Clorox" was derived from the combination of "chlorine" and "sodium hydroxide," the two main ingredients of its bleach product. The company underwent rapid growth and expansion, eventually diversifying its product line over the years. In 1928, Clorox went public and has become a widely recognized brand, most known for its cleaning and disinfecting products, while also owning and operating several subsidiaries producing various other consumer goods. Today, the company is active in a very saturated market with a list of its peers including names such as Procter & Gamble, Unilever, and Colgate-Palmolive, to name a few.
The Cleaning Products
Clorox offers a diverse range of cleaning and disinfecting products tailored to both household and commercial needs. Their flagship product, Clorox bleach, remains a staple in many homes and businesses, and its portfolio also includes disinfecting wipes, sprays, and bathroom cleaners. Additionally, Clorox provides laundry additives like stain removers and color boosters. The company has also delved into eco-friendly cleaning solutions, offering greener alternatives under its "Green Works" line.
Other Products
While Clorox might be best known for its cleaning products and its bleach, it's not all they market. The company has a presence in the food sector, owning brands like Hidden Valley, which produces salad dressings and dips. Clorox owns the Brita brand, known for its water pitchers and filters that help reduce contaminants in tap water. For personal care, the Burt's Bees brand, a subsidiary of Clorox, offers natural skincare, cosmetics, and personal hygiene products. The company also offers products within pet care with brands like Fresh Step and Scoop Away.