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Church & Dwight Co

Church & Dwight is the leading global producer of baking soda. Beyond baking soda, the products in its portfolio have vast category reach, including laundry products, cat litter, oral care, deodorant, and nasal care, all sold under the Arm & Hammer brand. Its mix also includes Batiste, OxiClean, Vitafusion, WaterPik, Hero, and TheraBreath, which together with Arm & Hammer constitute around 70% of its annual sales and profits. Even as it works to extend the reach of its products, Church & Dwight still derives more than 80% of its sales from its home market in the US.

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Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) has been analyzed by 8 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Church &amp; Dwight Co, revealing an average target of $107.5, a high estimate of $120.00, and a low estimate of $86.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 3.37% increase from the previous average price target of $104.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730754020_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of Church &amp; Dwight Co among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Steve Powers</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Moskow</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$99.00</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Carey</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dara Mohsenian</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Church &amp; Dwight Co. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Church &amp; Dwight Co compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Church &amp; Dwight Co's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Church &amp; Dwight Co analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Church &amp; Dwight Co: A Closer Look</h2>
Church &amp; Dwight is the leading global producer of baking soda. Beyond baking soda, the products in its portfolio have vast category reach, including laundry products, cat litter, oral care, deodorant, and nasal care, all sold under the Arm &amp; Hammer brand. Its mix also includes Batiste, OxiClean, Vitafusion, WaterPik, Hero, and TheraBreath, which together with Arm &amp; Hammer constitute around 70% of its annual sales and profits. Even as it works to extend the reach of its products, Church &amp; Dwight still derives more than 80% of its sales from its home market in the US.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Church &amp; Dwight Co's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Challenges: Church &amp; Dwight Co's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.04%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Church &amp; Dwight Co's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -4.97%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Church &amp; Dwight Co's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -1.77%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Church &amp; Dwight Co's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.86%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Church &amp; Dwight Co's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.53, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Analyst Ratings

Forecasting The Future: 8 Analyst Projections For Church & Dwight Co

Deutsche Bank analyst Steve Powers maintains Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $114 to $115.

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Price Target

Deutsche Bank Maintains Buy on Church & Dwight Co, Raises Price Target to $115

TD Cowen analyst Robert Moskow maintains Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $114 to $117.

TD Cowen Maintains Buy on Church & Dwight Co, Raises Price Target to $117

JP Morgan analyst Andrea Teixeira maintains Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $98 to $99.

JP Morgan Maintains Underweight on Church & Dwight Co, Raises Price Target to $99

Wells Fargo analyst Chris Carey maintains Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $113 to $115.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Church & Dwight Co, Raises Price Target to $115

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Church & Dwight shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q3 financial results and raised its FY24 net sales guidance.

Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) shares are trading higher in the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket" rel="noreferrer noopener">morning session on Friday.</a>
The company reported a third-quarter adjusted earnings per share of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">79 cents, beating the street view of 68 cents. </a>Quarterly revenues of $1.51 billion beat the analyst consensus of $1.495 billion.
Net sales increased by 3.8%, with domestic sales rising by 3.3% and international sales growing by 9.5%, while sales in the SPD segment down by 8.0%.
Organic sales grew by 4.3%, driven by a 3.3% increase in domestic sales, an 8.1% rise in international sales, and a 7.5% increase in the SPD segment.
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Consumer Domestic net sales reached $1.170 billion, reflecting a 3.3% increase primarily driven by growth in personal care sales. Consumer International net sales rose to $267.7 million, marking a 9.5% increase. In contrast, Specialty Products net sales declined to $72.1 million, an 8.0% decrease, due to the exit from the Megalac business in the first quarter and the food safety business in the second quarter.
Additionally, the adjusted gross margin improved by 60 basis points, reflecting improved productivity, the benefit of higher volumes and mix, and net of the impact of higher manufacturing costs.
&#8220;Volume was the primary driver of organic growth, which we expect to continue in Q4. We increased the investment in our brands in the quarter. Marketing as a percent of sales increased 80 basis points driving consumption and share gains,&#8221; said <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40887080" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Farrell, Chief Executive Officer.</a>
The company noted that global online sales represented 20.7% of total consumer sales in the third quarter.
&#8220;Finally, the combination of strong sales, margin expansion, and efficient working capital management resulted in strong cash flow generation through the first nine months, with over&nbsp;$1 billion&nbsp;of cash from operations expected in the full year,&#8221; added Farrell.
At September 30, cash on hand was $752.1 million, while total debt was $2.2 billion.
Outlook: Church &amp; Dwight continues to expect 2024 adjusted EPS increase of 8%, compared with the prior view of the lower end of the 8-9% range, and continues to expect full-year reported sales to be approximately 3.5% and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance">organic sales growth to be approximately 4%.</a>
&#8220;We are raising our outlook for full year adjusted gross margin expansion to approximately 110 basis points versus 2023 (previously 100-110 basis points). We continue to expect carryover pricing, improved mix, higher volume and productivity to offset higher manufacturing costs,&#8221; the company said.
For the fourth quarter, the company expects reported sales growth of approximately&nbsp;1.5%&nbsp;to&nbsp;2.5%&nbsp;and organic sales growth of approximately&nbsp;2%&nbsp;to&nbsp;3%. As a result, it expects reported EPS of&nbsp;$0.75&nbsp;and adjusted EPS of&nbsp;$0.76, against the consensus estimate of $0.86.
Price Action: CHD shares are trading higher by 5.59% to $105.50 at last check Friday.
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Church & Dwight Surpasses Q3 Expectations: Strong Sales Growth And Brand Investments Fuel Gains

2024 Full Year Outlook
<ul>
<li>Net Sales +3.5%; Organic Sales +4.0%</li>
<li>Adjusted Gross Margin expansion +110 bps (prior 100-110 bps)</li>
<li>Reported Loss per share -23% (prior EPS +12-13%)</li>
<li>Adjusted EPS +8%&nbsp;</li>
<li>Cash from Operations ~$1.1 billion (previously $1.08 billion)</li>
</ul>

Church & Dwight Sees 2024 Adj. EPS +8% (Prior Lower End Of +8-9% Range), Net Sales +4.0% (Prior +3.5%)

Earnings Beats

Church & Dwight Co Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.79 Beats $0.68 Estimate, Sales $1.511B Beat $1.495B Estimate

Throughout the last three months, 14 analysts have evaluated Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Church &amp; Dwight Co and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $101.71, accompanied by a high estimate of $120.00 and a low estimate of $80.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 0.78% increase from the previous average price target of $100.92.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728676904_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Church &amp; Dwight Co. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dara Mohsenian</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dara Mohsenian</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Javier Escalante</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bill Chappell</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$107.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Carey</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Moskow</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Church &amp; Dwight Co. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Church &amp; Dwight Co compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Church &amp; Dwight Co's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Church &amp; Dwight Co's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Church &amp; Dwight Co analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Church &amp; Dwight Co's Background</h2>
Church &amp; Dwight is the leading global producer of baking soda. Beyond baking soda, the products in its portfolio have vast category reach, including laundry products, cat litter, oral care, deodorant, and nasal care, all sold under the Arm &amp; Hammer brand. Its mix also includes Batiste, OxiClean, Vitafusion, WaterPik, Hero, and TheraBreath, which together with Arm &amp; Hammer constitute around 70% of its annual sales and profits. Even as it works to extend the reach of its products, Church &amp; Dwight still derives more than 80% of its sales from its home market in the US.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Church &amp; Dwight Co's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Church &amp; Dwight Co's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 3.92%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Staples sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Church &amp; Dwight Co's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 16.11%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 5.79%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Church &amp; Dwight Co's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.81% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Church &amp; Dwight Co's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.51, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Deep Dive Into Church & Dwight Co Stock: Analyst Perspectives (14 Ratings)

Barclays analyst Lauren Lieberman maintains Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $82 to $86.

Barclays Maintains Underweight on Church & Dwight Co, Raises Price Target to $86

JP Morgan analyst Andrea Teixeira maintains Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $97 to $98.

JP Morgan Maintains Underweight on Church & Dwight Co, Raises Price Target to $98

Piper Sandler analyst Korinne Wolfmeyer initiates coverage on Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) with a Overweight rating and announces Price Target of $120.

Initiation

Piper Sandler Initiates Coverage On Church & Dwight Co with Overweight Rating, Announces Price Target of $120

Management

Church & Dwight Says Rick Dierker Will Be Promoted To CEO As Of March 31, 2025; Matt Farrell To Continue As Chairman Through Transition Period

Throughout the last three months, 12 analysts have evaluated Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $102.83, a high estimate of $116.00, and a low estimate of $80.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 0.36% lower than the prior average price target of $103.20. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725886807_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The perception of Church &amp; Dwight Co by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Dara Mohsenian</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dara Mohsenian</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Javier Escalante</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bill Chappell</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$107.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Carey</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Moskow</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrea Teixeira</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevin Grundy</td>
<td>Exane BNP Paribas</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Church &amp; Dwight Co. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Church &amp; Dwight Co compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Church &amp; Dwight Co's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Church &amp; Dwight Co's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Church &amp; Dwight Co Better</h2>
Church &amp; Dwight is the leading global producer of baking soda. Beyond baking soda, the products in its portfolio have vast category reach, including laundry products, cat litter, oral care, deodorant, and nasal care, all sold under the Arm &amp; Hammer brand. Its mix also includes Batiste, OxiClean, Vitafusion, WaterPik, Hero, and TheraBreath, which together with Arm &amp; Hammer constitute around 70% of its annual sales and profits. Even as it works to extend the reach of its products, Church &amp; Dwight still derives more than 80% of its sales from its home market in the US.
<h3>Key Indicators: Church &amp; Dwight Co's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Church &amp; Dwight Co's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 3.92% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Church &amp; Dwight Co's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 16.11% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Church &amp; Dwight Co's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 5.79%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Church &amp; Dwight Co's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.81% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.51, Church &amp; Dwight Co adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Key Takeaways From Church & Dwight Co Analyst Ratings

Morgan Stanley analyst Dara Mohsenian downgrades Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and maintains the price target from $110 to $110.

Downgrades

Morgan Stanley Downgrades Church & Dwight Co to Equal-Weight, Maintains Price Target to $110

On August 6, it was revealed in an SEC filing that Barry A Bruno, EVP at Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) executed a significant exercise of company stock options.
What Happened: Bruno, EVP at Church &amp; Dwight Co, made a strategic move by exercising stock options for 59,328 shares of CHD as detailed in a Form 4 filing on Tuesday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000313927/000112760224021696//Archives/edgar/data/313927/000112760224021696/0001127602-24-021696-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction value amounted to $1,674,017.
Currently, Church &amp; Dwight Co shares are trading down 0.0%, priced at $101.32 during Wednesday's morning. This values Bruno's 59,328 shares at $1,674,017.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Church &amp; Dwight Co</h3>
Church &amp; Dwight is the leading global producer of baking soda. Beyond baking soda, the products in its portfolio have a vast category reach, including laundry products, cat litter, oral care, deodorant, and nasal care, all sold under the Arm &amp; Hammer brand. Its mix also includes Batiste, OxiClean, Vitafusion, WaterPik, Hero, and TheraBreath, which together with Arm &amp; Hammer constitute around 70% of its annual sales and profits. Even as it works to extend the reach of its products, Church &amp; Dwight still derives more than 80% of its sales from its home market in the US.
<h3>Church &amp; Dwight Co: Delving into Financials</h3>
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Church &amp; Dwight Co's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 3.92% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Staples sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Evaluating Earnings Performance:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: Achieving a high gross margin of 47.12%, the company performs well in terms of cost management and profitability within its sector.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Church &amp; Dwight Co's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of 1.0. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Church &amp; Dwight Co's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.51.
Exploring Valuation Metrics Landscape:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current P/E ratio of 31.27 is below industry norms, indicating potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/S ratio of 4.17 suggests overvaluation in the eyes of investors, considering sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): The company's EV/EBITDA ratio 19.39 is above the industry average, suggesting that the market values the company more highly for each unit of EBITDA. This could be attributed to factors such as strong growth prospects or superior operational efficiency.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
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<h3>Delving Into the Significance of Insider Transactions</h3>
While insider transactions should not be the sole basis for making investment decisions, they can play a significant role in an investor's decision-making process.
Considering the legal perspective, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, according to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Nevertheless, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>Breaking Down the Significance of Transaction Codes</h3>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">Investors</a> prefer focusing on transactions that take place in the open market, indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A indicates grant, award or other acquisition of securities from the company.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0000313927">Check Out The Full List Of Church &amp; Dwight Co's Insider Trades.</a>
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Insider Trades

Trading Ideas

Strategic Sale: Barry A Bruno Decides To Exercise Options Worth $1.67M At Church & Dwight Co

Barclays analyst Lauren Lieberman maintains Church &amp; Dwight Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $80 to $82.

Barclays Maintains Underweight on Church & Dwight Co, Raises Price Target to $82

Church &amp; Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) reported upbeat second-quarter adjusted E<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHD/earnings">PS results on Friday</a>.
Church &amp; Dwight reported quarterly earnings of 93 cents per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 84 cents per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.511 billion which met the analyst consensus estimate, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Matthew Farrell, Chief Executive Officer, commented, &#8220;We are really pleased with another strong quarter. The Company is performing well with all three divisions delivering organic growth. Our outstanding Q2 results reflect the strength of our brands, the early success of our new products, and our perennial focus on execution. Volume was the primary driver of organic growth, and we expect volume growth to continue for the rest of the year. Marketing as a percent of sales increased 100 basis points driving strong consumption and share gains. Global online sales grew to 21.2% of total consumer sales in Q2. And finally, the combination of strong sales, margin expansion, and efficient working capital management resulted in strong cash flow generation in the first half, with over $1 billion of cash from operations expected in the full year.&#8221;
Church &amp; Dwight shares gained 0.9% to trade at $99.43 on Monday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Church &amp; Dwight following earnings announcement.
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/59a574bdca17380001c65867/chris-carey">Wells Fargo analyst Chris Carey</a> maintained Church &amp; Dwight with an Overweight and lowered the price target from $116 to $108.</li>
<li>Truist Securities analyst Bill Chappell maintained the stock with a Buy and slashed the price target from $115 to $110.</li>
<li>Stifel analyst Mark Astrachan maintained Church &amp; Dwight with a Hold and cut the price target from $107 to $105.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/58d11d3ab85e93000188d7a2/andrea-faria%20teixeira">JP Morgan analyst Andrea Teixeira</a> maintained Church &amp; Dwight with an Underweight and lowered the price target from $101 to $97.</li>
<li>Evercore ISI Group analyst Javier Escalante maintained the stock with an In-Line rating, while lowering the price target from $110 to $101.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5804bb14846faa000106aa5f/dara-mohsenian">Morgan Stanley analyst Dara Mohsenian</a> maintained Church &amp; Dwight with an Overweight rating and lowered the price target from $114 to $110.</li>
</ul>
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Church & Dwight Analysts Slash Their Forecasts After Q2 Results

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Church & Dwight Co, Lowers Price Target to $110

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