Valuation check: CLX's profit margin is 8.74%, below the Materials sector average of 9.56%.
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As of the most recent data (June 2026), CLX shows a profit margin of 8.74%. That compares with 11.4% in the prior-year period — down 23.4% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 9.56%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, CLX's profit margin is now 8.74% (was 11.4%) — a 23.4% year-over-year decrease. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Clorox is outperforming or lagging.
The Materials sector average profit margin is about 9.56%. Clorox is at 8.74%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 8.7% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how CLX stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 11.4% in the prior-year period — down 23.4% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Clorox with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Clorox's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 8.74%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.