CLX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLX - Clorox Company
$102.61
0.19 (0.19%)
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5d:
-0.45%
30d:
-19.08%
90d:
+3.34%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CLX shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CLX shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$176.88
Based on 9.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$109.83
6.6% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLX is currently trading at $102.61, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $104.74 to $122.31. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.0) is in line with its historical norms (16.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLX is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $100.16. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $123.47 (+20.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLX is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $100.16. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $123.47 (+20.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$104.74 -
$122.31
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 20.6% below Wall St target ($123.47)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$104.74 -
$122.31
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$100.16
Resistance Level
$110.76
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.03
Wall Street Target
$123.47
(+20.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-0.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-16.2%
Profit Margin
11.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.0 vs 16.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$99.14
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$95.97
(-6%)
3-Year Target
$92.90
(-9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→17)
$102.01
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 15.1%)
$232.03
(+127%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.0, Growth: 15.1%)
$156.00
(+52%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.8, Growth: 15.1%)
$132.60
(+30%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.37 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.11
Bull Case
$130.26
(+23%)
Analyst growth 11.6%, PE expands to 19.1
Base Case
$118.41
(+12%)
Market implied 11.6%, PE stable at 17.4
Bear Case
$72.18
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 15.0 to 16.5
Stabilization Target:
$112.46
(+9.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+9.8%
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