Why is CLX Down Today?

CLX
$86.79
▼ -2.23% ($-1.94)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 5:36 PM ET (270 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: $84.70 - $128.90
Employees: 7,600

Overall Confidence: 60%

60% 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 1.2x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

MODERATE VOLUME 1.2x average volume

NORMAL - This move is backed by significant volume and appears sustainable.

Market Comparison

CLX is significantly underperforming the market (-3.1% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
CLX
This Stock
-2.23%
vs S&P 500: -3.08%
vs Nasdaq: -3.1%

📊 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:
$84.19 - $88.53

Key Level to Watch

$82.45 support
Watch for breakdown below $86.79

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 5:36 PM (270 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
1.19
Put/Call Ratio
42.7%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 8,603
Put Volume: 10,240
Total: 18,843

Historical Context

CLX has moved more than 3.0% down on 16 occasions in the past year.

50.0%
Continuation Rate
8/16 times continued down
-0.38%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Aug 31, 2026 (-4.7%) → Next day: -2.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is CLX stock down today?

CLX is down 2.2% today on 1.2x 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 60% confidence in today's move. Volume is moderate which supports the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the CLX stock price target?

CLX is currently trading at $86.79. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $84.19 - $88.53. 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: $82.45 (support).

Is CLX stock oversold or overbought?

CLX's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 23.3. 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 -15.87. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is CLX outperforming or underperforming the market?

CLX (-2.23%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-3.1% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for CLX?

CLX's MACD (-3.44) is currently below the signal line (-1.7), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 32.2) is strong.

Is CLX in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, CLX is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $99.62, 50-day SMA: $99.28.

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