CLX (Clorox Co) EV-to-EBITDA: 11.62 (As of Jul. 27, 2026) — 33% Below Median

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CLX Clorox Co CLX
74 GF Score
Price $97.41
GF Value $134.92
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Clorox Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Clorox Co CLX +1.95% 74 EV-to-EBITDA is 11.62 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is 33% below its 10-year median of 17.43. GuruFocus rates CLX with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $134.92 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,643 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Clorox Co ranks worse than 62.63% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Clorox Co's enterprise value is $15,237 Mil. Clorox Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,311 Mil. Therefore, Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 11.62.

The historical rank and industry rank for Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

CLX' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.73   Med: 17.43   Max: 51.23
Current: 11.62

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Clorox Co was 51.23. The lowest was 10.73. And the median was 17.43.

CLX's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
62.63% of 1643 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 9.04 vs CLX: 11.62

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-27), Clorox Co's stock price is $97.41. Clorox Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $6.160. Therefore, Clorox Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.81.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Clorox Co  (NYSE:CLX) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Clorox Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=97.41/6.160
=15.81

Clorox Co's share price for today is $97.41.
Clorox Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $6.160.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Clorox Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Clorox Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Clorox Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Clorox Co Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Clorox Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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CLX vs ELF, IPAR, COTY: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Clorox Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Clorox Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=15236.949/1311
=11.62

Clorox Co's current Enterprise Value is $15,237 Mil.
Clorox Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,311 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 11.62 mean?
Clorox Co (CLX) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 11.62 as of Jul. 27, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Clorox Co. This is 33% below median its historical median of 17.43. Over the past decade, Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 10.73 to 51.23. According to the industry distribution chart, Clorox Co ranks #1029 out of 1643 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 62.6%.
Is Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Clorox Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.62 is 33% below median its 10-year median of 17.43. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.73 to a high of 51.23. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04. Clorox Co's value of 11.62 is 28.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Clorox Co ranks #1029 out of 1643 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Clorox Co has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Clorox Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ELF and IPAR?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Clorox Co ranks #1029 out of 1643 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Clorox Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04. Clorox Co's value of 11.62 is 28.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Clorox Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 10.73 to 51.23 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.43 vs. the industry median of 9.04, Clorox Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 9.04, based on 1,643 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Clorox Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.62 is 28.5% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Clorox Co. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.04 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Clorox Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.62, which is 33% below median its own 10-year median of 17.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Clorox Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Clorox Co (CLX) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $134.92, compared to a current price of $97.41 — trading 27.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.62, which is 33% below median its 10-year median of 17.43 and 28.5% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 9.04. Clorox Co's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Clorox Co (CLX), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.62 as of Jul. 27, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Clorox Co (CLX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Clorox Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $97.41 is trading 27.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $134.92. GuruFocus considers Clorox Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CLX:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 11.62 (33% below median its 10-year median of 17.43)
  • GF Value™: $134.92 vs. price of $97.41 (27.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 28.5% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1029 of 1643)

No single metric tells the full story. See the CLX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Clorox Co Business Description

Address 1221 Broadway, Oakland, CA, USA, 94612-1888
Since its inception more than 100 years ago, Clorox has expanded to operate in a variety of consumer product categories, including cleaning supplies, laundry care, trash bags, cat litter, charcoal, food dressings, water filtration products, and natural personal care products. Beyond its namesake brand, the firm's portfolio includes Liquid-Plumr, Pine-Sol, S.O.S, Tilex, Kingsford, Fresh Step, Glad, Hidden Valley, KC Masterpiece, Brita, and Burt's Bees. More than 80% of Clorox's sales come from its home turf.
74GF Score

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