Why is CLX Down Today?

CLX
$79.25
▼ -2.17% ($-1.72)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 3:35 PM ET (797 min ago)

About Clorox Company

Since its beginning more than 100 years ago, Clorox has expanded to operate in a variety of consumer products categories, including cleaning supplies, laundry care, trash bags, cat litter, charcoal, food dressings, water-filtration products, and natural personal-care products. Beyond its namesake br...

Sector: SPECIALTY CLEANING, POLISHING AND SANITATION PREPARATIONS
Market Cap: $15.00B
Forward P/E: 15.5
52-Week Range: $79.25 - $128.90
Employees: 7,600

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 CLX showing strong bearish momentum
CLX is down 2.2% today on 0.2x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.2x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

Market Comparison

CLX is significantly underperforming the market (-2.4% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
CLX
This Stock
-2.17%
vs S&P 500: -2.35%
vs Nasdaq: -2.48%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, CLX is expected to trade between:
$76.87 - $80.83

Key Level to Watch

$75.29 support
Watch for breakdown below $79.25

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 3:35 PM (797 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
0.94
Put/Call Ratio
45.2%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 10,415
Put Volume: 9,788
Total: 20,203

Historical Context

CLX has moved more than 3.0% down on 17 occasions in the past year.

52.9%
Continuation Rate
9/17 times continued down
-0.51%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 23, 2026 (-3.7%) → Next day: -2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is CLX stock down today?

CLX is down 2.2% today on 0.2x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is CLX stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, CLX shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the CLX stock price target?

CLX is currently trading at $79.25. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $76.87 - $80.83. See long-term price prediction →

Will CLX stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that CLX's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $75.29 (support).

Is CLX stock oversold or overbought?

CLX's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 29.9. This indicates oversold conditions - the stock may be due for a bounce as selling pressure appears exhausted.

What is the momentum for CLX stock?

CLX's 10-day momentum indicator is at -4.35. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is CLX outperforming or underperforming the market?

CLX (-2.17%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.4% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for CLX?

CLX's MACD (-4.42) is currently below the signal line (-4.31), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 47.5) is strong.

Is CLX in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, CLX is in a bearish trend. The price ($79.25) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($86.04) and 50-day SMA ($95.89). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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