Church & Dwight Shares Edge Up 0.26% on $0.44B Volume Rank 297th in Daily Trading Activity

Church & Dwight (CHD) shares edged up 0.26% on August 1, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.44 billion, as the stock ranked 297th in daily trading activity. The company reported Q2 2025 earnings of $0.94 per share, surpassing the Zacks consensus estimate of $0.85, driven by 0.1% organic sales growth despite a 40-basis-point decline in adjusted gross margin to 45%. Revenue reached $1.51 billion, exceeding expectations of $1.48 billion by 1.76%. CEO Rick Dirker highlighted strategic acquisitions, including Touchland, and potential divestitures of the vitamin business to streamline operations. Despite the earnings beat, shares fell 1.9% in pre-market trading, reflecting broader market caution.

Management emphasized resilience in a volatile macroeconomic environment, with international sales growing 5.3% and organic sales outperforming a -2% to flat outlook. The company maintained full-year guidance of 0% to 2% organic growth, citing improved category consumption and ongoing cost management. However, challenges such as supply chain disruptions and macroeconomic uncertainty were noted. The vitamin business, a drag on growth, remains under strategic review, with options including divestiture or restructuring to enhance profitability.

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