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Clorox Q4 earnings due Aug 3; earnings decline and dividend increase expected

Aug 3, 2026, 7:52 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Consensus shows a sharp YoY earnings decline (EPS $1.65 vs $2.87) and revenue softness ($1.91B vs $1.99B). Historically, CLX has sold off on disappointed guidance or weak margins even with a dividend uptick; the dividend lift may cushion but is unlikely to offset a negative earnings reaction.

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Clorox is slated to release Q4 results after the market close on Aug 3, with consensus EPS of $1.65 on $1.91B revenue, a significant YoY decline from $2.87 and $1.99B. The modest dividend hike to $1.25 may cushion sentiment, but investors will focus on margins, cost controls, and any color on volume trends. A disappointing print could weigh on the stock near the $95 level.

  • Clorox to report Q4 after hours Aug 3; EPS expected $1.65, down from $2.87.
  • Revenue consensus $1.91B, vs $1.99B prior year.
  • Dividend raised to $1.25 per share from $1.24.
  • Shares fell 1.2% to $95.53 on Friday ahead of print.

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