Clorox CoCLX +3.75%74 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.64% as of Mar. 2026, which is 25% below its 10-year median of 23.38. GuruFocus rates CLX with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $134.16 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,994 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Clorox Co ranks better than 94.98% on this metric.
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. Clorox Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $748 Mil. Clorox Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $4,241 Mil. Therefore, Clorox Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 17.64%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Clorox Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
CLX'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.87 Med: 23.38 Max: 31.89
Current: 19.18
During the past 13 years, Clorox Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 31.89%. The lowest was 3.87%. And the median was 23.38%.
CLX's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 94.98% of 1994
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 3.39
vs CLX: 19.18
Clorox Co (NYSE:CLX) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
Clorox Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Clorox Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Clorox Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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.
CLX vs ELF, IPAR, NWL: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, Clorox Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Clorox Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Clorox Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.64% mean?
Clorox Co (CLX) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.64% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Clorox Co and its competitors. This is 25% below median its historical median of 23.38. Over the past decade, Clorox Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 3.87 to 31.89. According to the industry distribution chart, Clorox Co ranks #100 out of 1994 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 5%.
Is Clorox Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Clorox Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.64% is 25% below median its 10-year median of 23.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.87 to a high of 31.89. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.39. Clorox Co's value of 17.64% is 420.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Clorox Co ranks #100 out of 1994 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to ELF and IPAR?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Clorox Co ranks #100 out of 1994 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Clorox Co in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.39. Clorox Co's value of 17.64% is 420.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Clorox Co's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 3.87 to 31.89 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 23.38 vs. the industry median of 3.39, 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 3.39, based on 1,994 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Clorox Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 17.64% is 420.4% 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Clorox Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Clorox Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.64%, which is 25% below median its own 10-year median of 23.38. 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 $134.16, compared to a current price of $96.56 — trading 28% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.64%, which is 25% below median its 10-year median of 23.38 and 420.4% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 3.39. 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Clorox Co (CLX), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 17.64% as of Mar. 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 $96.56 is trading 28% below its estimated GF Value™ of $134.16.
GuruFocus considers Clorox Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CLX:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 17.64% (25% below median its 10-year median of 23.38)
GF Value™: $134.16 vs. price of $96.56 (28% below fair value)
Industry Position: 420.4% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#100 of 1994)
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.
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.
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