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Mar 31

Clorox Q3 2025 Earnings Report

Clorox reported mixed results amid macroeconomic challenges.

Key Takeaways

Clorox delivered improved gross margins and returned to profitability with $186 million in net income, despite an 8% decline in revenue driven by recent divestitures.

Net sales declined 8% to $1668000000 due to business divestitures.

Gross margin expanded to 44.6%, marking the 10th consecutive quarter of improvement.

Net income reached $186 million compared to a $51 million loss a year ago.

Adjusted EPS fell 15% to $1.45 due to lower sales despite margin gains.

Total Revenue
$1.67B
Previous year: $1.81B
-8.0%
EPS
$1.45
Previous year: $1.71
-15.2%
Organic Sales Growth
-0.02%
Gross Margin
44.6%
Adjusted EBIT
$266M
Gross Profit
$744M
Previous year: $766M
-2.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$226M
Previous year: $219M
+3.2%
Free Cash Flow
$233M
Previous year: $127M
+83.5%
Total Assets
$5.51B
Previous year: $5.81B
-5.0%

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Forward Guidance

Clorox revised its FY2025 outlook to reflect continued geopolitical and macroeconomic pressures, while expecting modest organic growth and strong earnings recovery.

Positive Outlook

  • Organic sales expected to grow 4–5% for FY25
  • Gross margin improvement forecasted at 150 basis points
  • Adjusted EPS projected at $6.95–$7.35
  • Expected benefit from ERP-related shipments
  • Strategic investments expected to boost long-term productivity

Challenges Ahead

  • 1–2% overall revenue decline due to divestitures
  • Tariffs expected to increase costs
  • Continued macroeconomic and consumer uncertainty
  • ERP-related shipment benefits expected to reverse in FY26
  • Ongoing cost pressures from trade promotions and inflation

Revenue & Expenses

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