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Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) Stock

Colgate-Palmolive Company Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL), a prominent company in the life sciences sector within the perfumes, cosmetics & other toilet preparations industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $90.70. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $84.85 and $107.54. This places the current price at 84.3% of its 52-week high and 6.9% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 1. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US1941621039.

52-Week High

$107.54

-15.66% from high

52-Week Low

$84.85

+6.89% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

25.13

Above market average

Forward P/E

24.04

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.92

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

198.05

EV/EBITDA

16.37

EPS (TTM)

$3.53

Price to Sales

3.60

Beta

0.38

Less volatile than market

How is CL valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Colgate-Palmolive Company trades at a P/E ratio of 25.13, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 24.04 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.92 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is CL's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.38, Colgate-Palmolive Company is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 198.05 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

14.50%

Operating Margin

21.80%

Return on Equity

45.10%

Return on Assets

16.00%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-3.00%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

2.40%

How profitable and efficient is CL's business model?
Colgate-Palmolive Company achieves a profit margin of 14.50%, meaning it retains $14.50 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 21.80% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 45.10% and ROA at 16.00%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are CL's recent growth trends?
Colgate-Palmolive Company's revenue declined by 3.00% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings increased by 2.40% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against PERFUMES, COSMETICS & OTHER TOILET PREPARATIONS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$2.00

Dividend Yield

2.34%

Ex-Dividend Date

7/18/2025

Dividend Date

8/15/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from CL?
Colgate-Palmolive Company offers a dividend yield of 2.34%, paying $2.00 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 7/18/2025.
How reliable is CL's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Colgate-Palmolive Company pays $2.00 per share in dividends against earnings of $3.53 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 56.66%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/15/2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$71.89B

Shares Outstanding

810.42M

Book Value/Share

$0.45

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is CL's market capitalization and position?
Colgate-Palmolive Company has a market capitalization of $71.89B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 810.42M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the PERFUMES, COSMETICS & OTHER TOILET PREPARATIONS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does CL's price compare to its book value?
Colgate-Palmolive Company's book value per share is $0.45, while the current stock price is $90.70, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 202.46. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$98.31

8.39% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

5

Buy

7

Hold

7

Sell

1

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for CL?
21 analysts cover CL with 57% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $98.31 implies 8.4% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on CL?
Current analyst recommendations:5 Strong Buy, 7 Buy, 7 Hold, 1 Sell, 1 Strong Sell. The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 02:24 AM

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