Clorox reported fiscal first-quarter net sales of $1.91 billion, up 33%, with the GOJO acquisition adding about 15 points and organic sales up 18%. Gross margin fell 130 basis points to 40.4% on higher commodity, manufacturing and logistics costs, while adjusted EPS rose 82% to $1.55. The company said its updated outlook reflects higher inflationary pressures.
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