Clorox Shares Climb on Earnings and Dividend Boost Trading Volume Ranks 407th Amid Supply Chain Challenges

On August 4, 2025, The Clorox Company (CLX) saw a 0.89% rise in its stock price, with a trading volume of $270 million, ranking 407th in market activity. The stock closed at $125.00, reflecting a 0.65% gain in after-hours trading. Recent earnings reports highlighted a 57.7% year-over-year EPS surge and a 4.5% revenue increase to $1.99 billion, driven by ERP-driven volume growth. However, the company issued a revised annual forecast, citing a potential $0.85–$0.95 per share earnings reduction due to supply chain modernization challenges, which temporarily lower shipment volumes.

Clorox’s recent dividend hike to $1.24 per share, announced on August 4, underscores its commitment to shareholder returns, with a 4.0% yield. Institutional investors, including US Bancorp and FMR LLC, have increased stakes in the stock, signaling confidence in its long-term prospects. Analysts noted mixed signals: while Q4 earnings outperformed estimates, ongoing supply chain digitization costs and macroeconomic pressures temper near-term optimism. The stock’s 52-week range of $117.35–$171.37 and a P/E ratio of 18.88 suggest valuation stability amid sector volatility.

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