Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: The Clorox Company
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: May 3, 2016
Reporting Period: Third quarter ended March 31, 2016
This filing serves to announce the Company's financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2016 and disclose a material acquisition.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text references the issuance of a press release (Exhibit 99.1) and supplemental financial information (Exhibit 99.2) containing specific data. However, the body of this Form 8-K does not explicitly state numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. Investors must refer to the attached exhibits for these figures.
Material Changes and Events
- Acquisition: On May 3, 2016, The Clorox Company announced the acquisition of Renew Life Holdings Corporation (Item 8.01).
- Financial Results: The Company reported results for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 (Item 2.02).
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not contain specific management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or details regarding contingencies. These items are incorporated by reference in the attached press releases (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.3).
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 for specific Q3 2016 revenue, earnings per share, and margin data.
- Examine Exhibit 99.3 for the purchase price, financing terms, and strategic rationale behind the Renew Life Holdings Corporation acquisition.
- Consult Exhibit 99.2 for supplemental financial details not included in the main press release.
- Verify if the acquisition impacts the Company's existing debt covenants or liquidity position.