Church & Dwight Reports Modest Sales Growth and Profitability Increase in Q2 2026

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. reported its financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2026, revealing a modest increase in net sales and profitability. For the three months ended June 30, 2026, the company achieved net sales of $1,530.0 million, a 1.6% increase from $1,506.3 million in the same period of 2025. The gross profit for the quarter rose to $693.9 million, up 7.2% from $647.0 million, resulting in a gross margin of 45.4%, an increase of 240 basis points year-over-year. Net income for the quarter was $202.8 million, translating to diluted earnings per share of $0.85, a 9.0% increase compared to $0.78 in the prior year.

In the first half of 2026, Church & Dwight's net sales reached $2,999.3 million, reflecting a 0.9% increase from $2,973.4 million in the first half of 2025. Gross profit for this period was $1,375.3 million, a 5.3% increase from $1,306.6 million, with a gross margin of 45.9%, up 200 basis points. The company reported net income of $419.1 million for the six months, with diluted earnings per share rising to $1.76 from $1.66 in the same period last year.

The company noted several strategic developments, including the acquisition of the Miss Mouth's Messy Eater® brand for $300.0 million, which was completed on May 28, 2026. This acquisition is expected to enhance the company's product offerings in the consumer domestic segment. Additionally, Church & Dwight continues to integrate the Touchland acquisition, which was finalized in July 2025. The company has also exited several product lines, including the VMS, Flawless, Spinbrush, and Waterpik showerhead businesses, which contributed to a decline in sales from these segments.

Operationally, Church & Dwight reported increased product volumes sold across all segments, with notable growth in household and personal care products. The Consumer Domestic segment generated net sales of $1,155.8 million in the second quarter, a slight increase from the previous year, while the Consumer International segment saw a 7.2% increase in net sales to $297.5 million. The Specialty Products Division also experienced growth, with net sales rising to $76.7 million. The company’s total assets increased to $9,105.7 million as of June 30, 2026, compared to $8,912.4 million at the end of 2025.

Looking ahead, Church & Dwight anticipates continued growth driven by its strategic acquisitions and product innovations. The company is focused on managing inflationary pressures and supply chain challenges while investing in marketing and brand development. The outlook remains cautiously optimistic, with expectations for further improvements in net sales and profitability as the company navigates the evolving market landscape.