Clorox Profit Margin

Clorox (CLX) currently reports a profit margin of 8.74% as of June 2026. That compares with 11.4% in the prior-year period — down 23.4% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 17.2%. Use the charts on this page to explore Clorox's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Clorox's profit margin decreased from 11.4% to 8.74% — a 23.4% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Clorox's profit margin of 8.74% is lower than the Materials sector average of 17.2%. That is roughly 49.2% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Clorox's current 8.74% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 17.2%) and against CLX's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 8.74%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 17.2%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Clorox, and consider following CLX for alerts when major investors trade the stock.