Equity Profile

CLX

The Clorox Company

Consumer StaplesHousehold Products$12.9B

Jul30Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ4-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

The Clorox Company (CLX) is a leading manufacturer of household products, known for its cleaning and disinfecting solutions. As a player in the consumer staples sector, Clorox's performance is closely tied to consumer spending habits and trends in health and hygiene, making it a key company to watch in the current economic climate.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and is closely monitored by investors.

$1.65

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share, which is vital for future growth.

$1.9B

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CLX Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+12.98%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.18%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2026, Clorox reported an EPS of $1.64, outperforming estimates by 10.81%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.76% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Clorox to report solid earnings driven by strong demand for cleaning products. However, there are concerns about rising costs and competition.

Bull Case

If Clorox beats EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could indicate robust consumer demand and effective cost management.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations or provides weak guidance, it may raise concerns about its ability to navigate economic challenges.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$1.65

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and is closely monitored by investors.

Revenue

$1.9B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share, which is vital for future growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Clorox's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $1.65?

A beat on EPS would signal strong profitability and could boost investor confidence.

What guidance will Clorox provide regarding revenue growth in the upcoming quarters?

Guidance on revenue growth will be critical for understanding the company's outlook amidst economic pressures.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Clorox's ability to manage costs effectively while maintaining strong sales, especially in a post-pandemic environment.

Supporting Evidence

Clorox has a history of beating EPS estimates, with a 75% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

The options market indicates a high expected move, suggesting traders anticipate significant news or changes.

Recent consumer trends show a continued focus on hygiene and cleaning products, which could benefit Clorox.

Key Risk

If Clorox's revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Clorox can sustain its profitability amidst rising costs and competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.70 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong demand and cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.59 would support the bear case, raising concerns about profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±15.79%

Historical Avg

±1.2%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±15.8% while CLX has averaged ±1.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

46.0%

Calls (216K)P/C Ratio: 0.88Puts (74K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Staples in the last 2 years. 18 of 27 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.7%, with a raw directional average of +1.7% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Clorox beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.08%, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may react neutrally as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of approximately 0.50%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
2Updates on consumer demand trends for cleaning products.
3Guidance on revenue expectations for the next quarter.
4Insights into competitive pressures in the household products market.
5Any changes in marketing strategies to boost sales.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and is closely monitored by investors.

$1.65

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share, which is vital for future growth.

$1.9B

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

CLX Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+12.98%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.18%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2026, Clorox reported an EPS of $1.64, outperforming estimates by 10.81%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.76% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Clorox to report solid earnings driven by strong demand for cleaning products. However, there are concerns about rising costs and competition.

Bull Case

If Clorox beats EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could indicate robust consumer demand and effective cost management.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations or provides weak guidance, it may raise concerns about its ability to navigate economic challenges.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$1.65

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and is closely monitored by investors.

Revenue

$1.9B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share, which is vital for future growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Clorox's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $1.65?

A beat on EPS would signal strong profitability and could boost investor confidence.

What guidance will Clorox provide regarding revenue growth in the upcoming quarters?

Guidance on revenue growth will be critical for understanding the company's outlook amidst economic pressures.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Clorox's ability to manage costs effectively while maintaining strong sales, especially in a post-pandemic environment.

Supporting Evidence

Clorox has a history of beating EPS estimates, with a 75% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

The options market indicates a high expected move, suggesting traders anticipate significant news or changes.

Recent consumer trends show a continued focus on hygiene and cleaning products, which could benefit Clorox.

Key Risk

If Clorox's revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Clorox can sustain its profitability amidst rising costs and competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.70 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong demand and cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.59 would support the bear case, raising concerns about profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±15.79%

Historical Avg

±1.2%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±15.8% while CLX has averaged ±1.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

46.0%

Calls (216K)P/C Ratio: 0.88Puts (74K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Clorox beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.08%, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may react neutrally as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of approximately 0.50%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
2Updates on consumer demand trends for cleaning products.
3Guidance on revenue expectations for the next quarter.
4Insights into competitive pressures in the household products market.
5Any changes in marketing strategies to boost sales.