Analysis of the Cleaning Sector: Recent Performance and Key Indicators
Sector Performance Overview
The cleaning sector has exhibited a notable performance increase, experiencing a +4.71% rise over the past week. This performance surge reflects positive market sentiment and possibly increasing demand within the sector.
Key Tickers in the Cleaning Sector
The primary tickers in this sector include:
These companies are leading players in the cleaning industry, each with its unique strengths and market positions.
Market Capitalization Analysis
Overall Market Cap
The average market capitalization across the cleaning sector is $42.9 billion. However, the market cap for individual companies in this group varies significantly, ranging from $1.1 billion to $66 billion.
Top and Bottom Valuations
- Ecolab (ECL) holds the highest valuation at $66 billion.
- Heritage-Crystal Clean (HCCI), though not a primary ticker, is noted as the lowest valued company at $1.1 billion.
This wide range in market capitalization indicates a mix of large, well-established firms and smaller, potentially more agile companies within the sector.
Price Growth Analysis
Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly Trends
- Weekly Price Growth: The average price growth across all stocks in the cleaning sector was 4.7% over the past week.
- Monthly Price Growth: The sector saw a 2.47% average price growth over the past month.
- Quarterly Price Growth: Over the last quarter, the sector experienced a robust 9.59% growth.
Notable Movers
- Clorox (CLX) achieved the highest weekly price growth at 6.56%.
- Ecolab (ECL) experienced the most significant decline, with a -6.72% drop over the same period.
Recent notable news includes:
- On July 31, 2024, Ecolab (ECL) saw a -7.24% decline, making it a top loser for the week.
- On June 6, 2024, Ecolab (ECL) was a top weekly gainer with a +5.78% jump.
- On June 5, 2024, Kimberly-Clark (KMB) also recorded significant gains, with a +6.38% increase.
Volume Trends
Volume Growth Analysis
- Weekly Volume Growth: The average weekly volume growth across the cleaning sector was 60.78%.
- Monthly Volume Growth: Over the past month, the sector experienced a significant 248.23% average volume growth.
- Quarterly Volume Decline: Conversely, the average quarterly volume growth showed a decline of -12.9%.
A notable volume event:
- On June 22, 2024, Clorox's stock volume spiked, resulting in a record-breaking daily growth of 241% compared to the 65-Day Volume Moving Average.
Technical Indicators and Stock Analysis
Kimberly-Clark (KMB)
Bollinger Bands Analysis:
- Upward Trend Expectation: KMB's price is expected to rise as it breaks its lower Bollinger Band on July 30, 2024. Historically, in 29 out of 51 instances where KMB's price broke its lower Bollinger Band, it rose further in the following month (57% probability).
- Current Price Position: The current price of $139.62 has crossed the resistance line at $134.30 and is trading between $152.22 (support) and $134.30 (resistance).
Ecolab (ECL)
RSI Oscillator Analysis:
- Recovery from Oversold Territory: The RSI indicator for ECL moved out of oversold territory on July 31, 2024, signaling a potential upward trend. In 15 out of 21 similar cases, the stock moved higher, indicating a 71% probability of an upward move.
- Current Price Position: The current price of $236.41 is above the highest resistance line of $157.71.
Clorox (CLX)
MACD Histogram Analysis:
- Positive MACD Signal: The MACD histogram for CLX turned positive on August 2, 2024, historically leading to a rise in 35 out of 58 cases in the following month (60% probability).
- Current Price Position: The current price of $142.91 has crossed the support line at $138.89, trading between $144.21 (resistance) and $138.89 (support).
In Summary:
The cleaning sector's recent performance highlights a sector in motion, with significant gains driven by key players like Kimberly-Clark, Ecolab, and Clorox. Market capitalization variations, notable price movements, and technical indicators provide insights into potential future trends. Investors should monitor these trends closely to capitalize on emerging opportunities within the sector.
KMB sees its 50-day moving average cross bullishly above its 200-day moving average
The 50-day moving average for KMB moved above the 200-day moving average on April 01, 2025. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on March 27, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on KMB as a result. In of 87 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where KMB advanced for three days, in of 312 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 215 cases where KMB Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for KMB moved out of overbought territory on March 11, 2025. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 34 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 34 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator has been in the overbought zone for 2 days. Expect a price pull-back in the near future.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for KMB turned negative on March 13, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 46 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 46 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where KMB declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
KMB broke above its upper Bollinger Band on March 31, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (47.393) is normal, around the industry mean (17.160). P/E Ratio (24.722) is within average values for comparable stocks, (204.360). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.633) is also within normal values, averaging (3.832). Dividend Yield (0.037) settles around the average of (0.107) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (2.136) is also within normal values, averaging (115.095).
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. KMB’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 86, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
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General Information
a developer of cleaning, sanitizing, pest control, maintenance and repair products and services
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