The Clorox Company (CLX)
Operating profit margin
| Jun 30, 2025 | Jun 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating income | US$ in thousands | 1,968,000 | 916,000 | 1,224,000 | 489,000 | 1,117,000 |
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 7,104,000 | 7,093,000 | 7,389,000 | 7,107,000 | 7,341,000 |
| Operating profit margin | 27.70% | 12.91% | 16.57% | 6.88% | 15.22% |
June 30, 2025 calculation
Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $1,968,000K ÷ $7,104,000K
= 27.70%
The operating profit margin of The Clorox Company has exhibited notable fluctuations over the analyzed period from June 30, 2021, to June 30, 2025. Specifically, the margin decreased sharply from 15.22% in 2021 to 6.88% in 2022, indicating a significant contraction in operational profitability during that interval. Subsequently, the operating profit margin experienced a robust recovery, rising to 16.57% in 2023, thus surpassing the 2021 level and suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or cost management. However, this upward trend was not sustained, as the margin declined again to 12.91% in 2024, reflecting a potential temporary setback or increased expenses. Notably, the margin then showed substantial growth, reaching 27.70% in 2025, which signifies a strong enhancement in operational profitability relative to prior years. Overall, the data reflects periods of volatility, with a pronounced recovery in the most recent year, indicating potential strategic or operational changes that have positively impacted profit margins.