Brian Buchert Buys Shares of Church & Dwight

On June 15, 2026, Brian Buchert, the Executive Vice President of Strategy, M&A, and BP at Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE: CHD), purchased 6 shares of the company's stock. The transaction was made at a price of $98.32 per share, amounting to a total value of $589.92. This purchase was not part of a pre-arranged trading plan.

Insider Buying and Selling at Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

The recent insider activity at Church & Dwight includes several transactions. On the same day as Buchert's purchase, the company's President and CEO, Richard Dierker, also bought 44 shares at the same price. Earlier, on June 11, Robert Shearer bought 8,600 shares at $77.33 each and sold the same amount at $97.97.

Other Institutional Activity in Church & Dwight

Among institutional investors, BlackRock, Inc. reduced its holdings by 447,498 shares, leaving it with 22,190,489 shares valued at about $2.07 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC and Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC both significantly increased their positions, each acquiring over 12 million shares, with holdings valued at $1.44 billion and $1.21 billion, respectively. State Street Corp added 124,297 shares to its portfolio, now holding 13,999,709 shares worth approximately $1.31 billion. Meanwhile, JPMorgan Chase & Co boosted its stake by 2,859,396 shares, totaling 10,469,620 shares valued at $983.2 million.

Church & Dwight Stock Snapshot

Shares of Church & Dwight (NYSE: CHD) traded at $98.32 recently. The company boasts a market capitalization of $23.3 billion and has a P/E ratio of 32.34, with a forward P/E of 24.04. Its beta is a low 0.47, indicating less volatility compared to the broader market. The stock's 52-week range is between $81.33 and $106.04, with a 50-day moving average of $95.32 and a 200-day moving average of $91.90.

Recent Earnings

Church & Dwight reported revenues of $6.21 billion with a marginal growth of 0.2%. The company's net margin stands at 11.81%, while return on equity is 16.78%. Earnings per share were $3.04. The next earnings report is scheduled for July 31, 2026.

Dividend

Church & Dwight offers an annual dividend rate of $1.23, yielding 1.25%. The dividend payout ratio is 39.23%, indicating a balanced approach between returning capital to shareholders and retaining earnings for growth.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 4, 2026, RBC Capital maintained a buy rating on Church & Dwight with a price target of $114. In contrast, Barclays maintains a sell rating with a price target of $80. The consensus among analysts is a buy recommendation, with an average target price of $102.53 based on 19 opinions.

About Church & Dwight

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is a major player in the consumer defensive sector, specializing in household and personal products. The company, headquartered in Ewing, New Jersey, operates through three segments: Consumer Domestic, Consumer International, and Specialty Products Division. Known for brands like ARM & HAMMER, OXICLEAN, BATISTE, and TROJAN, it serves a wide range of customers through various retail and e-commerce channels. The company is led by CEO Richard A. Dierker and employs approximately 5,550 people.

Bottom Line

Brian Buchert's recent stock purchase adds to a series of insider activities at Church & Dwight, reflecting confidence from its executives. The company's stable market presence, bolstered by a diverse brand portfolio, attracts both insider and institutional investors. Analysts have mixed views, but the overall consensus leans towards a buy. Investors should note that insider transactions can provide insights into company sentiment but are not definitive indicators of future performance.