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Oil-Dri Corporation Of America (ODC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/03/2025: ODC (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
0 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 48.91% | Avg. Invested days 53 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 846.53M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.06 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.06 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.61 | 52 Weeks Range 29.06 - 60.32 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 29.06 - 60.32 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.12% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.39 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-06-04 | When After Market | Estimate - | Actual 0.8096 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 10.44% | Operating Margin (TTM) 12.04% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 11.89% | Return on Equity (TTM) 21.99% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.06 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 867266724 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.79 |
Enterprise Value 867266724 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.79 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.83 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.93 | Shares Outstanding 10368400 | Shares Floating 9800586 |
Shares Outstanding 10368400 | Shares Floating 9800586 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.97 | Percent Institutions 68.46 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
Company Overview
History and Background
Oil-Dri Corporation of America was founded in 1941. Initially focused on selling mineral absorbents for industrial cleanup, it expanded into animal health and consumer products. Over the decades, it has grown through innovation and acquisitions, focusing on clay-based absorbent solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Retail and Wholesale: Provides absorbent products for consumer use, including cat litter, floor absorbents, and oil and grease absorbents. Cat litter constitutes a significant portion of the segment's revenue.
- Business to Business: Offers industrial and agricultural absorbents used for various applications such as oil and gas drilling, fluid purification, and animal health.
Leadership and Structure
Daniel Jaffee serves as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with departments focusing on sales, marketing, operations, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Cat Litter: Oil-Dri's cat litter products are a major revenue driver. Competitors include Church & Dwight (ARM & HAMMER), Nestle Purina, and Clorox. Market share data is difficult to ascertain accurately. No official revenue data specifically for cat litter is publicly disclosed, but it's a substantial portion of the Retail and Wholesale segment.
- Industrial Absorbents: These absorbents are used in industrial settings for spill control and cleanup. Competitors include Brady Corporation and New Pig Corporation. No revenue or market share data is publicly available.
- Agricultural Absorbents: These absorbents are used to improve animal health and hygiene. Competitors include various regional and national suppliers. No revenue or market share data is publicly available.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The absorbent market is driven by industrial activity, consumer demand for pet care products, and environmental regulations. Key trends include sustainable product development and growing e-commerce channels.
Positioning
Oil-Dri holds a strong position in the absorbent market, particularly in cat litter. Its competitive advantages include its extensive distribution network and brand recognition.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for absorbents is estimated to be in the billions of dollars globally. Oil-Dri holds a mid-market share position, actively exploring opportunities for expansion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition in cat litter
- Extensive distribution network
- Diversified product portfolio within absorbents
- Vertically integrated operations
Weaknesses
- Reliance on clay as a primary raw material
- Sensitivity to raw material price fluctuations
- Limited presence in some international markets
- Smaller size compared to some competitors
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of sustainable and bio-based absorbents
- Growth in e-commerce sales
- Acquisition of complementary businesses
Threats
- Increased competition from larger players
- Fluctuations in raw material costs
- Changing consumer preferences
- Environmental regulations impacting clay mining
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Church & Dwight (CHD)
- Clorox (CLX)
- Blue Buffalo Pet Products (owned by General Mills (GIS))
Competitive Landscape
Oil-Dri faces strong competition from larger, well-established companies. Its advantages lie in its focus on absorbent technologies and its established brand in specific niches. Disadvantages include smaller scale and limited resources compared to competitors.
Major Acquisitions
Ultra Pet Company
- Year: 2010
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 54
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Oil-Dri's presence in the private label and value-priced cat litter segment.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historically, Oil-Dri's growth has been steady, driven by both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future projections will depend on market conditions and internal strategies.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include developing innovative product lines and expanding into new distribution channels.
Summary
Oil-Dri is a stable company with a long history in the absorbent market, particularly strong in cat litter. Its reliance on clay creates vulnerability to raw material price swings, but it is growing its e-commerce presence. Looking ahead, it must watch competition and continue to innovate.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. Market share data is estimated based on available information and may not be precise.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
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Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Chicago, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | Chairman, CEO & President Mr. Daniel S. Jaffee | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 949 | Website https://www.oildri.com |
Full time employees 949 | Website https://www.oildri.com | ||
Oil-Dri Corporation of America, together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and markets sorbent products in the United States and internationally. It operates in two segments, Retail and Wholesale Products Group, and Business to Business Products Group. The company provides agricultural and horticultural products, including mineral-based absorbent products that serve as carriers for biological and chemical active ingredients, drying agents, and growing media under the Agsorb, Verge, and Flo-Fre brand names. It also offers animal health and nutrition products for the livestock industry under the Amlan, Calibrin, Varium, Neoprime, Sorbiam, Ambio P, Ambio S, MD-09, and Pel-Unite and Pel-Unite Plus brand names; and adsorbent products for bleaching, purification, and filtration applications under the Pure-Flo, Perform, Select, Metal-X, Metal-Z, and Ultra-Clear brand names. In addition, the company provides cat litter products, such as scoopable and non-clumping litters under the Cat's Pride and Jonny Cat brand names; industrial and automotive sorbent products from clay, polypropylene, and recycled materials that absorb oil, acid, paint, ink, water, and other liquids under the Oil-Dri brand name; and sports products for use on baseball, softball, football, cricket, and soccer fields under the Pro's Choice brand name. Its customers include mass merchandisers, wholesale clubs, drugstore chains, pet specialty retail outlets, dollar stores, retail grocery stores, distributors of industrial cleanup and automotive products, environmental service companies, and sports field product and sports turf material users; processors and refiners of edible oils, petroleum-based oils, and biodiesel fuel; manufacturers of animal feed and agricultural chemicals; distributors of animal health and nutrition products; and marketers of consumer products. Oil-Dri Corporation of America was founded in 1941 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.
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