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CHD·Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

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+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$98.03
Open
$94.81
Market Cap
22.92B
52W High
$106.04
Low
$94.19
P. Close
$96.64
P/E
31.27
52W Low
$81.33
Fwd P/E
108.28
DailyIQ Est.
-
Technical Score (1D)
50
NEUTRAL
News Sentiment
43
BEARISH
The latest update shows Church & Dwight’s revenue growth has slowed to 4.1% annually over the past three years, a decline that could pressure earnings in the next 1–10 trading days; watch the upcoming earnings release for any guidance revisions. Management now projects sales to remain flat for the next 12 months, implying a demand slowdown that may compress margins; monitor the company’s commentary on cost management and pricing strategy. Despite the slowdown, the firm’s free cash flow margin remains healthy at 17.2%, which could cushion short‑term earnings pressure; keep an eye on how cash is deployed, whether for dividends, buybacks, or debt reduction. Organic revenue growth has fallen short of benchmarks, suggesting potential product mix or pricing challenges; watch for announcements of new product launches or line‑up adjustments. The company’s warning signs point to possible pricing headwinds that could erode profitability; observe competitor pricing moves and any shifts in consumer‑staple pricing dynamics. A broader demand slowdown in the consumer‑staple sector could amplify these effects; track macro data on consumer spending and retail sales for context. The flat sales outlook signals a cautious stance from management, raising the possibility of further downward revisions; watch for any changes in guidance during the earnings call. The robust free cash flow margin may still allow for capital allocation decisions that support shareholder value; watch for any dividend or buyback announcements. Overall, the convergence of slowed growth, flat sales projections, and potential pricing challenges creates a risk of a downward trend in the next few trading days; watch the next earnings report and analyst updates for clarity.
Earnings Summary
Church & Dwight (CHD) is a consumer staples firm that develops, manufactures, and markets household and personal care products, including well‑known brands such as ARM & HAMMER, TROJAN, and OXICLEAN, operating within the household & personal products sector. The company’s diversified portfolio spans consumer staples and specialty products, positioning it as a stable provider of essential goods across retail and online channels. In the most recent quarters, CHD’s earnings per share (EPS) consistently beat analyst expectations, with Q4 2024 EPS of $0.77 versus an estimate of $0.76679, Q1 2025 $0.91 versus $0.8973, Q2 2025 $0.94 versus $0.85834, and Q3 2025 $0.81 versus $0.73681; however, the company missed estimates in Q4 2025 ($0.86 versus $0.92651) and Q1 2026 ($0.95 versus $0.95326). Revenue trends have been more volatile: after a 7.5% decline from Q4 2024 ($1.582B) to Q1 2025 ($1.467B), the company rebounded with a 2.6% increase to Q2 2025 ($1.506B), a 5.6% jump to Q3 2025 ($1.586B), and a 3.7% rise to Q4 2025 ($1.644B), before falling 10.8% to Q1 2026 ($1.469B). Historically, CHD has delivered EPS beats in four of the last six quarters, but revenue growth has slowed, and the company has experienced two consecutive misses in the most recent quarters, indicating a potential shift in momentum. Recent news highlights a 4.1% annual revenue growth slowdown over the past three years, flat sales outlook for the next 12 months, and pricing headwinds that could compress margins, while free cash flow margins remain healthy at 17.2%, offering a cushion for capital allocation. Investors should watch for any guidance revisions in the upcoming earnings call, pay close attention to management’s commentary on cost management and pricing strategy, and monitor announcements related to new product launches, sustainability initiatives, and potential dividend or buyback actions, as these factors will likely shape the company’s short‑term earnings trajectory and shareholder value.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.70$0.77$0.85$0.92$0.99Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$0.89 - -
Q1'26$0.95$0.95-0.3%
Q4'25$0.93$0.86-7.2%
Q3'25$0.74$0.81+9.9%
Q2'25$0.86$0.94+9.5%
Q1'25$0.90$0.91+1.4%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$1.4B$1.5B$1.5B$1.6B$1.7BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.5B - -
Q1'26$1.5B$1.5B-1.6%
Q4'25$1.5B$1.6B+13.0%
Q3'25 - $1.6B -
Q2'25 - $1.5B -
Q1'25 - $1.5B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

CHD Stock Snapshot

CHD is currently trading at $96.74, giving Church & Dwight Co., Inc. a market cap of 22.92B and a P/E ratio of 31.3. Today's range spans $94.19–$98.03, with shares opening at $94.81 and moving up $0.10 (0.1%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 50/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 43/100.

Over the past year CHD has traded between $81.33 and $106.04 - the current price is +18.9% off the 52-week low and -8.8% from the high.

CHD sits at $96.74 (in the middle of its 52-week range) with a HOLD technical read (50/100) and neutral sentiment (43/100). The 22.92B market cap in Consumer Defensive (P/E: 31.3) makes this a name that institutional coverage maintains even through neutral phases - which means any catalyst shift will be quickly priced in. Annual range: $81.33–$106.04.

The 52-week range of $81.33–$106.04 for CHD provides the structural reference that options traders, systematic funds, and discretionary managers all anchor to — and at $96.74 (in the middle of its 52-week range), the stock sits in a zone where the next 5–10% move will likely define which crowd was right. A HOLD signal at 50/100 and neutral news backdrop (43/100) don't break the tie yet, but they narrow the probability distribution toward the upside.