Church & Dwight Co.Inc.

Latest Results (08.09.2025):

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. reported its fourth quarter of 2024 with robust financial performance, surpassing expectations in sales growth and earnings. The company achieved a 3.5% increase in net sales and a 4.2% rise in organic sales, reflecting strong consumer demand across both domestic and international markets. Additionally, adjusted earnings per share showed significant growth, underscoring the company's effective execution and strategic initiatives.

Net Sales Growth

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. reported a 3.5% increase in net sales for Q4 2024, reaching $1.582 billion. This growth surpassed the company's outlook of 1.5% to 2.5% and was driven by both domestic and international segments, with international sales growing by 10.2%.

Organic Sales Performance

Organic sales for the fourth quarter rose by 4.2%, exceeding the anticipated 2% to 3% growth. This increase was fueled by a 3.0% rise in volume and a 1.2% improvement in price and product mix, highlighting strong demand for the company’s key products.

Adjusted Earnings Per Share

Reported EPS for Q4 2024 was $0.76, marking a 22.6% increase from the previous year. Adjusted EPS also saw an 18.5% rise, reaching $0.77, indicating improved profitability despite challenges in certain business segments.

Cash Flow and Financial Health

The company generated $1.16 billion in cash from operations for the full year 2024, reflecting strong cash flow management and effective working capital strategies. Total debt stood at $2.2 billion with $964.1 million in cash on hand, ensuring liquidity and financial flexibility.

Dividend Increase

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. announced a 4% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it from $0.28375 to $0.295 per share. This marks the 29th consecutive year of dividend increases, underscoring the company’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders.

Division Performance

The Domestic Division achieved a 2.7% increase in net sales, while the International Division saw a significant 10.2% rise. Despite a 6.6% decrease in the Specialty Products Division due to strategic business exits, organic sales in this segment grew by 10.3%, driven by higher volume and improved product mix.