Clorox Reports Q2 Fiscal Year 2026 Results, Confirms Outlook (Form 8-K)

Clorox Reports Q2 Fiscal Year 2026 Results, Confirms Outlook

OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 3, 2026 - The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) today reported results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, which ended December 31, 2025.

Second-Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Summary

Following is a summary of key results for the second quarter. All comparisons are with the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 unless otherwise stated.

•Net sales decreased 1% to $1.67 billion, primarily driven by lower consumption and partially offset by shipments ahead of consumption for several businesses. Organic sales1 decreased 1%.

•Gross margin decreased 60 basis points to 43.2% from 43.8% in the year-ago quarter, primarily driven by higher manufacturing and logistics costs, partially offset by cost savings.

•Diluted net earnings per share (diluted EPS) decreased 16% to $1.29 from $1.54 in the year-ago quarter. This includes lapping cyberattack insurance recoveries, as well as lower costs related to the company's investment in its digital capabilities and productivity enhancements in the current period.

•Adjusted EPS1 decreased 10% to $1.39 from $1.55 in the year-ago quarter, primarily due to lapping tax rate benefits in the prior period and lower gross profit.

•Year-to-date net cash provided by operations was $404 million compared to $401 million in the year-ago period, representing a 1% increase.

"Our second-quarter results were generally in line with our expectations and reflect continued progress against our strategic priorities. These results support our ability to reaffirm our fiscal year outlook in what remains a challenging and volatile environment," said Chair and CEO Linda Rendle. "We remain laser-focused on executing our back-half plans, supported by a strong slate of innovation and investments. At the same time, we are advancing our transformation and are excited to expand our leadership position in health and hygiene through our recently announced acquisition of GOJO Industries. We are well positioned to deliver more consistent, profitable growth and long-term shareholder value."