Church & Dwight Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
Church & Dwight's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -3.4%, while the Household Products industry saw earnings growing at 1.7% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 4.8% per year. Church & Dwight's return on equity is 17.5%, and it has net margins of 11.8%.
Key information
-3.39%
Earnings growth rate
-3.17%
EPS growth rate
| Household Products Industry Growth | 1.51% |
| Revenue growth rate | 4.76% |
| Return on equity | 17.51% |
| Net Margin | 11.81% |
| Next Earnings Update | 31 Jul 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Analysis Article • Jun 20
Church & Dwight (CHD) Stock Could Be 6.4% Undervalued Despite Its Rich P\E Ratio
Church & Dwight (CHD) is back in focus after recent share price moves, with the stock closing at $95.63. For investors, the discussion now centers on how current levels compare with underlying fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Church & Dwight. The recent 1-day share price return, down 1.83% to $95.63, sits against a year-to-date share price return of 15.72% and a 5-year total shareholder return of 20.51%. Together these figures indicate that momentum has built over time, even if the...
Narrative Update • Jun 13
CHD: Integration Risks From Recent Acquisition Will Pressure Premium Future P/E Multiple
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Church & Dwight higher to $80.38 from $80.13, citing updated assumptions around slightly stronger revenue growth, modestly higher profit margins, and a somewhat lower future P/E multiple following recent price target revisions and the Ms. Mouths' Messy Eater brand acquisition. Analyst Commentary Street research around Church & Dwight has been active, with both supportive and more cautious voices reacting to the Ms. Mouths' Messy Eater acquisition and broader valuation questions.Narrative Update • May 29
CHD: Execution And Category Risks Will Pressure Premium Future P/E Multiple
Analysts have modestly adjusted Church & Dwight's valuation framework, with the updated fair value moving to $80.13, as recent Street price target changes in both directions reflect slightly higher assumed revenue growth, a marginally lower profit margin, and a somewhat higher future P/E multiple and discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Church & Dwight shows a mixed picture, with several firms lifting price targets while a cluster of bearish analysts have trimmed theirs.
Narrative Update • May 15
CHD: 2026 Execution And Portfolio Actions Will Test Rerated P E Expectations
Analysts have nudged the modeled fair value for Church & Dwight higher by about $0.63 to $102.16. This reflects updated views on revenue growth, profit margins, and a slightly higher future P/E that align with the recent series of modest price target changes across the Street.Narrative Update • Apr 29
CHD: 2026 Execution And Cash Returns Will Balance Rerated P E Expectations
The analyst price target for Church & Dwight has been reduced by about $2 to $102, as analysts factor in a slightly lower assumed future P/E multiple while keeping revenue growth, profit margins, and the discount rate broadly in line with earlier views. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Church & Dwight shows a mix of enthusiasm and caution, with several firms adjusting price targets both higher and lower over the past few months.Seeking Alpha • Apr 20
Church & Dwight: Hammer This Short
Summary Church & Dwight unveiled a new evergreen strategy aiming for 4% organic sales growth through 2030 but faces execution and value challenges. CHD’s plan hinges on expanding Arm & Hammer, growing Therabreath, and international M&A, yet these initiatives require significant investment and time. 2026 guidance is back-end weighted, with risks to top-line growth and margin expansion due to domestic headwinds and competitive pressures. Despite recent outperformance, CHD trades at a premium valuation with a low yield, making it a potential short relative to consumer staples peers. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Apr 15
CHD: 2026 Product Pipeline And Buybacks Will Support Resilient Execution
Analysts now set the Church & Dwight price target at $115, up $1. This reflects updated views on slightly lower modeled revenue growth, steady margins, and a modestly lower future P/E after a mix of recent target raises and trims across the Street.Narrative Update • Apr 01
CHD: 2026 Execution And Cash Returns Will Support Balanced Sector Risks
Analysts have adjusted the price target on Church & Dwight to reflect a refined view of slightly slower revenue growth, a modestly lower profit margin, and a higher future P/E assumption. Together, these factors support an updated target of about $104.Narrative Update • Mar 17
CHD: 2026 Plan And Cash Returns Will Support Balanced Risk Profile
Analysts have raised the average price target for Church & Dwight to a range of approximately $110 to $112, citing stronger conviction in management's 2026 outlook and updated sector perspectives following recent conference updates. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a mixed but generally constructive tone on Church & Dwight, with several firms refreshing models and price targets following management's latest 2026 outlook and sector-wide adjustments in consumer staples.Narrative Update • Mar 03
CHD: Cash Returns And 2026 Plan Will Support Fairly Valued Shares
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Church & Dwight, and our updated fair value estimate moves from $95.84 to $103.58 as they point to stronger management conviction in the 2026 outlook and refreshed sector assumptions following recent conference updates. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Church & Dwight has skewed toward higher price targets, with several firms adjusting their models after management presentations and broader consumer staples sector reviews.Narrative Update • Feb 17
CHD: Slower Volume Outlook Will Pressure Premium Future P E Multiple
The analyst price target for Church & Dwight has been lifted by $2 to $82.20, as analysts factor in modest adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E following a series of recent rating changes and target revisions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Church & Dwight has featured a mix of upgrades and price target revisions, but not all of it has been upbeat.Narrative Update • Feb 03
CHD: Slower Volume Outlook Will Challenge Premium P E Expectations
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Church & Dwight by about US$4 to roughly US$80, citing recent price target increases across several firms, as well as updated assumptions for growth, margins, and future P/E levels. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Church & Dwight has not moved in one direction only.Narrative Update • Jan 20
CHD: Cash Returns And Portfolio Shift Will Support Fairly Valued Shares
Narrative update overview The analyst price target for Church & Dwight has been reduced by about US$1.40, reflecting modestly lower fair value assumptions as analysts factor in a tougher consumer staples outlook, muted pricing, and limited volume improvement through 2026. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Church & Dwight point to slightly lower expectations, with price targets trimmed as analysts factor in a softer consumer backdrop and restrained pricing power into 2026.Narrative Update • Jan 05
CHD: Sector Headwinds Will Present Opportunity For Resilient Consumer Staples Execution
Narrative Update: Church & Dwight Analysts have trimmed their price expectations for Church & Dwight, with the fair value estimate moving from US$120.00 to US$114.00. This reflects more cautious assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and future P/E in light of sector wide headwinds highlighted in recent Street research.Narrative Update • Dec 20
CHD: Margin Resilience Will Drive Returns Amid Tough Consumer Backdrop
Analysts have modestly reduced their price target on Church & Dwight, trimming expectations by roughly $10 to $15 per share as they factor in a tougher consumer staples backdrop, softer topline growth, and ongoing competitive pressures despite resilient margins. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts acknowledge the lower price targets but continue to highlight Church & Dwight's relative resilience within a challenging consumer staples environment, pointing to stable execution and defensible categories as key supports for the equity story.Narrative Update • Dec 06
CHD: Share Repurchases Will Drive Returns Amid Tougher Consumer Backdrop
Narrative Update on Church & Dwight Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Church & Dwight by roughly $10-$15 per share to about $100-$105, citing a tougher consumer staples backdrop characterized by slower topline growth, margin pressure, and rising competitive and regulatory risks. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a more cautious stance on Church & Dwight, with reduced price targets but generally supportive ratings that signal confidence in the company’s relative positioning within a pressured consumer staples landscape.Analysis Article • Dec 04
Here's Why We Think Church & Dwight (NYSE:CHD) Might Deserve Your Attention Today
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...Narrative Update • Nov 22
CHD: Share Buybacks And Cash Priorities Will Drive Upside Potential
Analysts have lowered their price targets for Church & Dwight by $15 to a range of $100 to $105 per share, citing persistent challenges in the consumer packaged goods sector such as limited pricing power, evolving consumer preferences, and an increased retailer focus on private label products. Analyst Commentary Recent research notes reflect the cautious optimism and the persistent concerns shaping sentiment around Church & Dwight’s outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 06
CHD: Share Buybacks And Raised 2025 Outlook Will Support Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly raised their fair value estimate for Church & Dwight to $96.95 per share. This reflects updated views on the company's revenue growth, profit margins, and a tightening price target range following overall cautious sentiment in the consumer staples sector.Narrative Update • Oct 23
Analysts Adjust Targets for Church and Dwight Amid Sector Headwinds and Updated 2025 Guidance
Analysts have reduced their average price target for Church & Dwight by approximately $1.68 to reflect ongoing industry headwinds, including softer revenue growth expectations and persistent margin pressures across the consumer packaged goods sector. Analyst Commentary Recent research coverage on Church & Dwight reflects a nuanced view of the company's growth prospects and headwinds, resulting in adjusted price targets and updated recommendations from equity analysts.Narrative Update • Oct 09
E-commerce And Consumer Health Trends Will Expand Global Reach
Church & Dwight's analyst price target has been revised downward by $1.63 to $98.42. This revision reflects slightly lower expectations for revenue growth and profit margins as analysts factor in broader sector headwinds.Analysis Article • Sep 08
Church & Dwight's (NYSE:CHD) Returns Have Hit A Wall
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • Jul 04
Are Investors Undervaluing Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE:CHD) By 26%?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Church & Dwight is US$133 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...Seeking Alpha • Feb 04
Church & Dwight: Solid Performance, But Valuation And Margin Concerns Remain
Summary I maintain a neutral view on Church & Dwight Co. due to concerns about slowing domestic growth, which could impact its valuation multiples. Despite solid 4.2% organic sales growth in 4Q24, CHD's domestic segment grew only 2.7%, marking the 7th consecutive quarter of deceleration. Strong international performance and high demand for Hero and TheraBreath are positive, but domestic softness remains a significant risk. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 21
Church & Dwight: Despite Overvaluation, Growth Weighs In Favor Of Household Products Firm
Summary I'm initiating coverage of Church & Dwight with a buy rating, more bullish than today's consensus which called for a hold. Despite its share price overvaluation, evidence points to top-line growth factors (macro and micro) along with a proven history of positive cash flow. The company has low debt/equity vs. similar peers, and its long-term debt has declined, posing a low debt risk. For dividend-income investors, this stock has a proven 5-year dividend growth CAGR, beating similar peers in this sector. The analyst consensus calls for positive YoY EPS growth in FY25. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 05
Church & Dwight: Growth Target Is Achievable, But The Stock Is Still Expensive
Summary I reiterate a hold rating on Church & Dwight Co. due to its expensive valuation compared to peers despite strong 3Q24 performance. CHD's net sales grew 3.8% y/y, beating estimates, with a 4.3% organic sales growth driven by volume and price/mix. Management's increased marketing spend and improved consumer spending environment should support CHD's growth, but valuation concerns remain. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Church & Dwight makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 6,205 | 733 | 1,652 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 6,203 | 737 | 1,632 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 6,141 | 783 | 1,640 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 6,066 | 525 | 1,598 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 6,071 | 578 | 1,588 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 6,107 | 585 | 1,606 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 6,053 | 550 | 1,640 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 5,998 | 802 | 1,613 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 5,941 | 780 | 1,583 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 5,868 | 756 | 1,502 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 5,776 | 437 | 1,456 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 5,637 | 447 | 1,361 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 5,508 | 413 | 1,300 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 5,376 | 414 | 1,241 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 5,308 | 737 | 1,245 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 5,302 | 780 | 1,268 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 5,248 | 811 | 1,276 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 5,190 | 828 | 1,271 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 5,117 | 820 | 1,266 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 5,046 | 805 | 1,290 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 4,970 | 777 | 1,301 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 4,896 | 786 | 1,279 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 4,745 | 780 | 1,227 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 4,593 | 721 | 1,164 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 4,478 | 670 | 1,157 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 4,358 | 616 | 1,143 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 4,288 | 614 | 1,094 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 4,236 | 603 | 1,071 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 4,185 | 587 | 1,055 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 4,146 | 569 | 1,057 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 4,105 | 831 | 1,035 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 4,035 | 819 | 1,019 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 3,905 | 770 | 986 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 3,776 | 743 | 952 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 3,639 | 448 | 926 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 3,542 | 439 | 885 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 3,521 | 478 | 870 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 3,493 | 459 | 866 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 3,471 | 458 | 851 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 3,462 | 454 | 847 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 3,432 | 416 | 845 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 3,395 | 410 | 838 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 3,387 | 408 | 830 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 3,367 | 403 | 825 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: CHD has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: CHD's current net profit margins (11.8%) are higher than last year (9.5%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: CHD's earnings have declined by 3.4% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: CHD's earnings growth over the past year (26.9%) exceeds its 5-year average (-3.4% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: CHD earnings growth over the past year (26.9%) exceeded the Household Products industry 10.1%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: CHD's Return on Equity (17.5%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/29 21:25 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is covered by 33 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| John Staszak | Argus Research Company |
| null null | Argus Research Company |
| Lauren Lieberman | Barclays |