Oil-Dri Corporation of America (ODC)

Oil-Dri Corp. of America's stock reached an all-time high of $68.69 on September 18, 2025. In December 2025, the company's Board of Directors declared a 14% increase in quarterly dividends and Oil-Dri was recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Small-Cap Companies. The stock increased 34.17% over the past year and 10.12% over two weeks leading up to February 6, 2026, but there has also been insider selling activity.

Some of Oil-Dri Corp. of America's product lines or geographic markets may experience some level of seasonality influenced by external factors like weather. A Q2 2025 earnings call transcript mentioned that some unique challenges in Canadian demand were attributed to weather-based issues and timing with retailers.

Oil-Dri Corporation of America (ODC) is a global manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products derived from clay minerals, operating within the Basic Materials sector. Founded in 1941, it offers products like pet care items (Cat's Pride), industrial absorbents, purification aids, agricultural applications (Agsorb), sports field conditioners (Pros Choice Products), and animal health products (Amlan Products). The company operates through Retail and Wholesale Products Group and Business-to-Business Products Group.

Oil-Dri Corporation of America has a significant global presence with facilities in North America (United States, Canada) and Europe (United Kingdom, Germany). Its mines, controlling mineral reserves, are in Georgia, Mississippi, Illinois, and California. Processing plants are in Canada and England, with subsidiaries in Switzerland, China, Indonesia, and Mexico. The corporate office and R&D facilities are in Illinois.

Oil-Dri Corporation of America maintains a strong brand reputation, reflecting values of quality, professionalism, and an enduring presence. In December 2025, the company was recognized by Forbes on its 2026 list of America's Most Successful Small-Cap Companies for the third consecutive year. The company's products are recognized for their efficacy and reliability.

Oil-Dri Corporation of America has a diverse ownership structure, with institutional investors holding a significant portion of the company's stock. Major institutional owners include Gamco Investors, Inc. Et Al, Vanguard Group Inc, BlackRock, Inc., Needham Investment Management Llc, and Dimensional Fund Advisors Lp. The company is family-controlled, with the Jaffee family retaining influence through Class B shares. CEO Daniel Jaffee is the largest individual shareholder, holding 7.5% of shares, and insiders collectively own 11.69% of the stock.