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U.S. Household Products Industry Analysis

UpdatedJun 04, 2026
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies14
  • 7D-4.9%
  • 3M-8.8%
  • 1Y-16.2%
  • YTD-0.6%

Over the last 7 days, the Household Products industry has dropped 4.9%, driven by Procter & Gamble declining 4.9%. However, the industry is down 16% over the past year. Earnings are forecast to grow by 4.8% annually.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Household Products Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Thu, 04 Jun 2026US$395.4bUS$120.4bUS$19.5b19.1x20.2x3.3x
Sat, 02 May 2026US$410.5bUS$120.2bUS$19.5b19.9x21.1x3.4x
Mon, 30 Mar 2026US$398.7bUS$118.6bUS$19.2b19.2x20.7x3.4x
Wed, 25 Feb 2026US$458.9bUS$118.6bUS$19.2b20.7x23.9x3.9x
Fri, 23 Jan 2026US$477.0bUS$142.0bUS$22.6b17.2x21.1x3.4x
Sun, 21 Dec 2025US$466.4bUS$141.6bUS$22.8b16.9x20.4x3.3x
Tue, 18 Nov 2025US$474.6bUS$141.6bUS$22.8b17.5x20.8x3.4x
Thu, 16 Oct 2025US$499.6bUS$147.9bUS$23.0b19.5x21.7x3.4x
Sat, 13 Sep 2025US$532.6bUS$147.9bUS$23.0b21.1x23.1x3.6x
Mon, 11 Aug 2025US$522.7bUS$147.9bUS$23.0b21x22.7x3.5x
Wed, 09 Jul 2025US$456.2bUS$120.6bUS$18.9b21.3x24.1x3.8x
Fri, 06 Jun 2025US$471.7bUS$120.6bUS$18.9b21.3x25x3.9x
Sun, 04 May 2025US$454.9bUS$120.7bUS$18.9b18.1x24x3.8x
Tue, 01 Apr 2025US$480.6bUS$121.5bUS$19.0b19.1x25.3x4x
Thu, 27 Feb 2025US$492.3bUS$121.5bUS$19.0b19.3x25.9x4.1x
Sat, 25 Jan 2025US$472.1bUS$121.4bUS$19.0b22.9x24.8x3.9x
Mon, 23 Dec 2024US$480.1bUS$121.0bUS$17.9b24.2x26.9x4x
Wed, 20 Nov 2024US$489.3bUS$121.0bUS$17.9b21.4x27.3x4x
Fri, 18 Oct 2024US$515.2bUS$128.3bUS$18.7b21.5x27.5x4x
Sun, 15 Sep 2024US$519.0bUS$128.3bUS$18.7b21.1x27.7x4x
Tue, 13 Aug 2024US$506.5bUS$128.3bUS$18.7b20.4x27.1x3.9x
Thu, 11 Jul 2024US$477.0bUS$121.3bUS$18.0b25.7x26.5x3.9x
Sat, 08 Jun 2024US$484.8bUS$121.3bUS$18.0b24.5x26.9x4x
Mon, 06 May 2024US$474.5bUS$121.4bUS$17.8b24.8x26.6x3.9x
Wed, 03 Apr 2024US$535.5bUS$140.6bUS$19.7b25.2x27.2x3.8x
Fri, 01 Mar 2024US$529.0bUS$140.6bUS$19.7b24.5x26.9x3.8x
Sun, 28 Jan 2024US$516.0bUS$140.7bUS$19.3b25.4x26.8x3.7x
Tue, 26 Dec 2023US$420.5bUS$120.6bUS$17.4b23x24.1x3.5x
Thu, 23 Nov 2023US$431.2bUS$120.6bUS$17.4b23.4x24.8x3.6x
Sat, 21 Oct 2023US$399.9bUS$107.4bUS$15.7b24.4x25.5x3.7x
Mon, 18 Sep 2023US$417.2bUS$106.1bUS$15.1b25.3x27.6x3.9x
Wed, 16 Aug 2023US$422.6bUS$106.1bUS$15.1b25.4x28x4x
Fri, 14 Jul 2023US$389.7bUS$97.6bUS$14.7b25.4x26.4x4x
Sun, 11 Jun 2023US$382.3bUS$97.6bUS$14.7b25.4x25.9x3.9x
Price to Earnings Ratio

25.9x


Total Market Cap: US$382.3bTotal Earnings: US$14.7bTotal Revenue: US$97.6bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Household Products Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 24.8x202420252026
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are pessimistic on the American Household Products industry, indicating that they anticipate long term growth rates will be lower than they have historically.
  • The industry is trading at a PE ratio of 20.2x which is lower than its 3-year average PE of 24.8x.
  • The 3-year average PS ratio of 3.7x is higher than the industry's current PS ratio of 3.3x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Household Products industry have grown 9.9% per year over the last three years.
  • Revenues for these companies have grown 7.2% per year.
  • This means that more sales are being generated by these companies overall, and subsequently their profits are increasing too.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the U.S. Consumer Staples industry?

US Market0.35%
Consumer Staples-2.69%
Household Products-4.92%
Household Products-4.92%
Industry PEThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.
Forecasted GrowthThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
SPB Spectrum Brands HoldingsUS$79.642.7%
+US$47.8m		41.6%PE14.7x

Latest News

REYN
US$21.54
Reynolds Consumer Products
7D
-2.3%
1Y
-2.2%
Seeking Alpha • 21h

Reynolds Consumer Products: Steady Yield Play

Summary Reynolds Consumer Products delivered a strong 1Q26 earnings beat, driven by operational efficiencies, pricing power, and market share gains. REYN trades at a 12% EV/EBITDA discount to peers and offers a sustainable 6.3% dividend yield, supporting a BUY rating for income-focused investors. Despite flattish earnings growth guidance, REYN's growth outpaces the consumer staples sector median, with resilient demand and premium brand positioning. Risks include increased private label competition and higher input costs, but stable cash flows and prudent cost management underpin the investment thesis. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
KMB
US$94.76
Kimberly-Clark
7D
-5.4%
1Y
-31.5%
Seeking Alpha • Jun 03

Kimberly-Clark: 5% Yield Looks Attractive, But Still Looking For Growth To Show Up

Summary Kimberly-Clark Corporation offers a compelling 5%+ dividend yield and attractive valuation, but persistent inflation and sluggish growth warrant a hold rating. KMB's Q1 showed mixed results: North America faced margin pressure, while international segments delivered strong growth and margin expansion. Integration of Kenvue's portfolio could accelerate free cash flow and growth, but material upside is unlikely before 2026-2027. With a forward P/E of 13.3x and a solid balance sheet, KMB appeals to long-term income investors despite near-term volatility and macro risks. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
WDFC
US$198.55
WD-40
7D
-3.4%
1Y
-19.2%
Narrative Update • Jun 03

WDFC: Reaffirmed 2026 Guidance And Brand Strength Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have nudged their blended price target on WD-40 slightly lower by $30, reflecting mixed Street views as one firm trimmed its target while another initiated coverage with a constructive stance on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on WD-40 reflects a mix of optimism about the business and caution around how that translates into valuation and future execution.
CENT
US$37.78
Central Garden & Pet
7D
-4.0%
1Y
6.5%
Narrative Update • Jun 02

CENT: Pet Distribution Venture And Insect Control Expansion Will Shape Balanced Outlook

Analysts have maintained their $42.00 price target for Central Garden & Pet, citing slightly higher assumed discount rates and modestly lower revenue growth and profit margin expectations, which are partially offset by a higher future P/E assumption. What's in the News Starbar, part of Central Garden & Pet, launched a full rebrand of its insect control line, introducing updated packaging across the portfolio starting May 1 and reinforcing its focus on farmers, ranchers, and agricultural professionals, source: company announcement.
PG
US$140.19
Procter & Gamble
7D
-4.9%
1Y
-15.5%
Narrative Update • Jun 01

PG: Cost Productivity And Portfolio Strength Will Support Future Shareholder Returns

Analysts have slightly reduced their price target on Procter & Gamble to $163.77 from $164.09, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. What's in the News P&G reported fiscal Q3 2026 net sales of US$21.24b with 3% organic sales growth and core EPS of US$1.59, ahead of analyst expectations, while maintaining full year 2026 guidance for core EPS of US$6.83 to US$7.09 and organic sales growth of 1% to 5% (source: Q3 2026 earnings reports).
CLX
US$88.53
Clorox
7D
-8.8%
1Y
-31.7%
Narrative Update • May 30

CLX: Execution Risks And Leadership Transition Will Constrain Future Earnings Power

Clorox's analyst fair value estimate has been revised down from $94.00 to $83.00 as analysts factor in updated assumptions around discount rates, margins, and future P/E, in light of a broad wave of recent price target cuts across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has tilted clearly cautious on Clorox, with a series of price target cuts and at least one downgrade from JPMorgan.
CHD
US$92.89
Church & Dwight
7D
-5.2%
1Y
-6.8%
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.
SPB
US$79.64
Spectrum Brands Holdings
7D
2.7%
1Y
41.6%
Seeking Alpha • May 19

Spectrum Brands: Growth And Value Still Make A Compelling Mix

Summary Spectrum Brands Holdings delivered robust Q2 2026 results, with revenue up 4.9% and net income surging to $22.1 million. SPB’s Global Pet Care and Home & Garden segments drove double-digit revenue and profit growth, offsetting weakness in Home and Personal Care. Management guides for flat to low single-digit revenue growth and low to mid single-digit EBITDA growth for the full year, supported by cost initiatives and pricing. Despite relative valuation premiums, SPB remains a value play on an absolute basis, justifying a continued soft ‘buy’ rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
CL
US$84.87
Colgate-Palmolive
7D
-7.0%
1Y
-5.9%