Clorox Shares Rise on Earnings Beat as Trading Volume Falls 20% to 436th Rank

On August 29, 2025, The Clorox Company (CLX) traded with a volume of $0.21 billion, a 20.04% decline from the prior day, ranking 436th in market activity. The stock closed at $118.20, reflecting modest gains amid mixed analyst sentiment and shifting institutional holdings.

Clorox reported robust quarterly earnings, exceeding expectations with $2.87 per share (EPS) and $1.99 billion in revenue, a 4.5% year-over-year increase. The company also raised its quarterly dividend to $1.24 per share, yielding 4.2%, while maintaining a payout ratio of 76.07%. Despite these positives, analysts have downgraded the stock, with a "Reduce" consensus rating and an average price target of $143.36.

Institutional investors adjusted positions in CLX during the first quarter. Champlain Investment Partners reduced its stake by 7.6%, while FORA Capital acquired 13,620 shares. Other firms, including GW&K Investment Management and Roble Belko & Company, increased holdings. Institutional ownership remains at 78.53% of the float.

Clorox’s return on capital employed (ROCE) of 33% outperforms the industry average of 23%, driven by a 25% five-year growth. However, current liabilities now account for 35% of total assets, signaling potential efficiency risks. The stock’s beta of 0.49 highlights its low volatility relative to the broader market.