The Clorox Company (CLX)

The Clorox Company’s days of sales outstanding (DSO) exhibit a trend characterized by moderate fluctuations over the observed period from June 30, 2021, to June 30, 2025. As of June 30, 2021, the DSO stood at approximately 30.03 days, indicating that, on average, it took about 30 days for the company to collect receivables. This metric increased modestly to 34.97 days by June 30, 2022, reflecting a slight elongation in the collection period, which could suggest a shift in credit terms, customer payment behaviors, or collection efficiency during this period.

The upward trend persisted through June 30, 2023, with the DSO reaching approximately 33.99 days, indicating a stabilization around the previous year's level. However, thereafter, the DSO demonstrated a more pronounced increase, reaching 35.76 days by June 30, 2024, signifying a gradual delay in receivables collection.

The most notable change occurred between June 30, 2024, and June 30, 2025, with the DSO rising significantly to approximately 42.18 days. This substantial increase indicates a considerable extension in the collection cycle, which may signal deteriorating receivables management, increased credit risk, or changes in customer payment terms. The trend suggests an overall elongation of the time required for the company to convert its receivables into cash, potentially impacting liquidity and working capital management.