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The Clorox Company Q1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q1 2026 earnings summary3 Nov, 2025
Executive summary
Net sales for Q1 FY26 declined 19% to $1.43B, primarily due to lower shipments following ERP transition-related timing impacts and the prior-year divestiture of the Better Health VMS business.
Gross margin decreased by 410 basis points to 41.7%, driven by lower volume and higher manufacturing/logistics costs, partially offset by cost savings.
Diluted EPS fell 19% to $0.65, reflecting lower net sales and gross profit, with adjusted EPS down 54% to $0.85.
Strategic focus is on accelerating profitable growth and leveraging digital tools post-ERP rollout.
The company is investing in innovation and targeted demand creation to support back-half growth and market share recovery.
Financial highlights
Net earnings attributable to shareholders were $80 million, down from $99 million in the prior year.
Operating cash flow was $93 million, a decrease from $221 million year-over-year, mainly due to lower cash earnings and working capital changes.
Capital expenditures totaled $36 million, and $129 million was used for share repurchases.
Dividends paid per share increased to $2.48 from $2.44.
Organic sales in Q1, excluding ERP impact, declined about 3%, with underlying performance at -1% after adjusting for shipment timing and out-of-stocks.
Outlook and guidance
FY26 net sales expected to decline 6%–10%; organic sales down 5%–9%.
Gross margin projected to decrease 50–100 basis points, with expansion anticipated in the back half.
Diluted EPS guidance: $5.60–$5.95 (down 14%–9%); Adjusted EPS: $5.95–$6.30 (down 23%–18%).
ERP implementation is on track to complete in fiscal 2026, with stabilization phase ongoing and some sales timing impacts expected to persist.
EPS run rate for next year should add back the $0.90 ERP transition impact to the base.
How will market share losses be recovered?
Detail demand creation plan for H2 FY26.
How will digital investments boost margins?
ERP: What specific value streams are prioritized?
Share recovery plan for challenged categories?
Price/mix inflection: Strategy for value-seeking consumer?
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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.
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