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The Clorox Company Q2 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q2 2026 earnings summary3 Feb, 2026
Executive summary
Q2 results were largely in line with expectations despite macroeconomic volatility, ERP transition impacts, and a 1% year-over-year net sales decline to $1.67 billion.
Diluted EPS for the quarter was $1.29, down 16% year-over-year, reflecting lower sales and lapping prior-year tax and insurance benefits.
Announced the planned $2.25 billion acquisition of GOJO Industries to expand the health and hygiene portfolio, to be funded primarily through debt.
Strategic priorities include advancing digital transformation, innovation, and operational efficiency.
Completed final phase of ERP implementation, with stabilization ongoing.
Financial highlights
Gross margin for the quarter was 43.2%, down 60 basis points year-over-year due to higher manufacturing and logistics costs.
EBIT margin in the household segment was 5.3%, pressured by higher promotions and supply chain costs.
Operating cash flow for the six months was $404 million, up 1% year-over-year.
Q2 pricing was flat overall, with negative pricing in the household segment due to increased promotions and channel shifts.
The company repurchased 2.16 million shares for $254 million and paid $3.72 per share in dividends over six months.
Outlook and guidance
Reaffirmed full-year guidance, expecting category growth of 0%-1% in the back half, but full-year net sales are expected to decline 6%-10% and organic sales 5%-9%.
Gross margin is projected to decrease by 50 to 100 basis points, with expansion expected in the back half as ERP-related costs subside.
Diluted EPS guidance is $5.60–$5.95 (down 14% to 9% year-over-year); adjusted EPS $5.95–$6.30 (down 23% to 18%).
Innovation launches and shelf resets are expected to drive share and sales growth in late Q3 and Q4.
Inventory drawdown from ERP transition expected to reduce FY2026 EPS by about $0.90.
GOJO acquisition impact on FY26 outlook
What is the post-ERP inventory normalization impact?
Household segment turnaround strategy
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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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