Clorox Company (CLX) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1280 data points (2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16)
Since its inception more than 100 years ago, Clorox has expanded to operate in an array of consumer product categories, including cleaning supplies, laundry care, trash bags, cat litter, charcoal,...
Clorox Company (CLX) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 13.93 (historical range: 12.98–293.11, median: 43.57), placing it at the 2th percentile — cheap relative to its history, P/S ratio of 1.56 (range: 1.45–3.27, 2th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 16.18 (range: 13.58–185.09, 11th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16), Clorox Company's P/E ratio has contracted by 71% over the observed period (from an average of 121.5 to 35.6).
Clorox Company trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 13.93 | 43.57 | 2th | cheap relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 1.56 | 2.50 | 2th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 16.18 | 37.15 | 11th | cheap relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 3.61% | 3.75% | 45th | near its historical average |
Clorox Company (CLX) Valuation & P/E History
Clorox Company (CLX) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically the Specialty Cleaning, Polishing And Sanitation Preparations industry currently trading at $87.04 with a market capitalization of $10.5 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for CLX based on 1280 data points covering 2021-09-13 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 13.93 is below the historical median of 43.57, placing CLX at the 2th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 1.56 compares to a median of 2.50.
CLX Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Clorox Company's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether CLX is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests CLX is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Clorox Company.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is CLX Overvalued or Undervalued?
Clorox Company trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 5 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive CLX is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full CLX analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.CLX trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.