CLX Clorox PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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The current P/E ratio for Clorox stock as of Aug 8, 2025 is 19.04. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $6.56 and the stock price of $124.87 per share. The PE ratio has decreased by 48% from the past four quarters average of 36.3.
CLX PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Clorox for the last ten years is 49.06. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 19.04 is 61% less than the historical average. In the past ten years, CLX's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Mar 2023 quarter at 259.41, when the stock price was $158.24 and the EPS was $0.61. The lowest point was recorded in the Jun 2025 quarter, when it reached 18.3 with a price of $120.07 and an EPS of $6.56.
Clorox PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 249.67% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -69.69% in 2025
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18.3 | -69.69% | $120.07 | $6.56 |
| 2024 | 60.38 | -54.06% | $136.47 | $2.26 |
| 2023 | 131.44 | 249.67% | $159.04 | $1.21 |
| 2022 | 37.59 | 18.24% | $140.98 | $3.75 |
| 2021 | 31.79 | 8.09% | $179.91 | $5.66 |
| 2020 | 29.41 | 23.31% | $219.37 | $7.46 |
| 2019 | 23.85 | 12.34% | $153.11 | $6.42 |
| 2018 | 21.23 | -13.49% | $135.25 | $6.37 |
| 2017 | 24.54 | -11.15% | $133.24 | $5.43 |
| 2016 | 27.62 | 18.14% | $138.39 | $5.01 |
| 2015 | 23.38 | 10.23% | $104.02 | $4.45 |
| 2014 | 21.21 | 11.46% | $91.4 | $4.31 |
| 2013 | 19.03 | 8.74% | $83.14 | $4.37 |
| 2012 | 17.5 | 5.36% | $72.46 | $4.14 |
| 2011 | 16.61 | 14.39% | $67.44 | $4.06 |
Clorox PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 18.3 | -30.39% | $120.07 | $6.56 |
| Mar 2025 | 26.29 | -40.43% | $147.25 | $5.6 |
| Dec 2024 | 44.13 | -21.99% | $162.41 | $3.68 |
| Sep 2024 | 56.57 | -6.31% | $162.91 | $2.88 |
| Jun 2024 | 60.38 | -23.49% | $136.47 | $2.26 |
| Mar 2024 | 78.92 | -64.58% | $153.11 | $1.94 |
| Dec 2023 | 222.8 | 19% | $142.59 | $0.64 |
| Sep 2023 | 187.23 | 42.45% | $131.06 | $0.7 |
| Jun 2023 | 131.44 | -49.33% | $159.04 | $1.21 |
| Mar 2023 | 259.41 | 554.41% | $158.24 | $0.61 |
| Dec 2022 | 39.64 | 1.59% | $140.33 | $3.54 |
| Sep 2022 | 39.02 | 3.8% | $128.39 | $3.29 |
| Jun 2022 | 37.59 | 0.86% | $140.98 | $3.75 |
| Mar 2022 | 37.27 | -56.82% | $139.03 | $3.73 |
| Dec 2021 | 86.32 | 83.46% | $174.36 | $2.02 |
CLX Price vs fair value
CLX average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of CLX is lower than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
CLX PE vs peers
CLX's PE ratio is below its peer stock CHD.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CLX Clorox Co | 18.61 | $14.93B |
| CHD Church & Dwight Co Inc | 42.83 | $22.33B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Clorox's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for CLX stock is 19.04 as of Aug 8, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Clorox (CLX)?
As an average over the last 3 years, CLX stock has a PE ratio of 97.01.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Clorox (CLX)?
As an average over the last 5 years, CLX stock has a PE ratio of 73.72.
What is the highest PE ratio for CLX?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached a historic high of 259.41 in the Mar 2023 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for CLX compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of CLX is 61% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is CLX's PE ratio calculated (Clorox PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (Aug 8, 2025), Clorox's stock price is $124.87. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Jun 2025 is $6.56. Therefore, Clorox's price to earnings ratio for today is 19.04. PE RATIO(19.04) = STOCK PRICE($124.87) / TTM EPS($6.56)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.