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Colgate-Palmolive(NYSE) CL

Market Cap$71.92BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1968)+48,211%
5 Year+32%
1 Year+14%
1 Month-2%
$92.54
+2.96%
+2.66Today
After hours$92.53-$0.01 (-0.01%)
Colgate-Palmolive last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 92.532026-08-04
Colgate-Palmolive stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.22%USD 92.732026-07-28
1 month-2.18%USD 94.592026-07-02
3 month+5.56%USD 87.662026-05-06
Year to date+19.23%USD 77.612025-12-31
1 year+13.78%USD 81.332025-08-04
3 year+30.17%USD 71.082023-08-04
5 year+32.12%USD 70.032021-08-05
Since inception+48,210.57%USD 0.191968-01-02

Colgate-Palmolive Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$71.92BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$21.05B

Net Income (TTM)

$2.04B

EPS (TTM)

$2.53

P/E Ratio

35.56

Dividend

$2.10

Beta (Volatility)

0.21 (Low)

Price

$92.54

Volume

6,831,396

Open

$89.17

Previous Close

$92.53

Daily Range

$89.17 - $92.74

52-Week Range

$74.55 - $99.33

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 30, 2026

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About Colgate-Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive makes and sells everyday items for people and their pets. Its products help families stay clean and keep their teeth healthy. The company also provides special food to help cats and dogs stay well.

What Is in the Bag?

  • Oral Care: Toothpaste, brushes, and mouthwash sold under brands like Colgate and elmex; accounted for 44% of net sales in 2025.
  • Pet Nutrition: Specialized food for daily and therapeutic needs under the Hill's brand; accounted for 23% of net sales in 2025.
  • Personal Care: Liquid hand soaps, shower gels, and deodorants including brands like Palmolive and Softsoap; accounted for 17% of net sales in 2025.
  • Home Care: Dish soaps, fabric softeners, and household cleaners sold under names like Ajax and Fabuloso; accounted for 16% of net sales in 2025.

New Paths for Growth

  • Acquired Prime100, a fresh pet food brand in Australia, to expand the Pet Nutrition segment.
  • Approved the Strategic Growth and Productivity Program in July 2025 to streamline global operations.
  • Invested in digital and artificial intelligence to improve how the company markets products to consumers online.

A Global Household Presence

The company sells products in more than 200 countries and relies on a massive distribution network of retailers, veterinarians, and eCommerce sites. Its leadership in the global toothpaste and manual toothbrush markets is supported by a supply chain that reaches about two-thirds of its customers outside the United States.

The Recent Numbers

  • Net sales reached $5.2 billion in Q4 2025, up 5.8% from Q4 2024.
  • Free cash flow rose to $1.3 billion in Q4 2025, an increase of 17.6% year-over-year.
  • Net income fell to a loss of $37 million in Q4 2025, down 105% compared to $739 million in Q4 2024.
  • Operating cash flow grew to $1.5 billion in Q4 2025, up 14.5% from the previous year.

Bottom Line

Colgate-Palmolive has shifted from a traditional consumer goods maker into a data-driven company with a heavy focus on pet health and digital sales. This evolution helps the business stay relevant as shopping habits change around the world.

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Industry

Household Products

Sector

Consumer Staples

Employees

33,600

CEO

Noel R. Wallace

Website

www.colgatepalmolive.com

Headquarters

New York City, NY 10022-7499, US

CL Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

60.42%

Operating Margin

20.65%

Net Income Margin

9.68%

Return on Equity

631.14%

Return on Capital

54.07%

Return on Assets

12.13%

Earnings Yield

2.81%

Dividend Yield

2.34%

Payout Ratio

89.45%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$71.92BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

800.19M

Volume

6.83M

Avg. Volume

5.11M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$12.72B

Operating Income

$4.35B

EBITDA

$3.68B

Operating Cash Flow

$4.46B

Capital Expenditure

-$598.00M

Free Cash Flow

$3.86B

Cash & ST Invst.

$1.37B

Total Debt

$7.86B

Colgate-Palmolive Performance Analysis

Colgate-Palmolive annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 17,967,000,0003.1%
20232023-12-31USD 19,457,000,0008.3%
20242024-12-31USD 20,101,000,0003.3%
20252025-12-31USD 20,382,000,0001.4%
Colgate-Palmolive sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-300.4%
Q42025-12-311.9%
Q12026-03-311.8%
Q22026-06-300.7%
Colgate-Palmolive annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 2.13-16.7%
20232023-12-31USD 2.7730.3%
20242024-12-31USD 3.5126.5%
20252025-12-31USD 2.63-25.1%
Colgate-Palmolive sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30N/A
Q42025-12-31-105.1%
Q12026-03-311839.1%
Q22026-06-307.5%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$5.36B

+4.9%

Gross Profit

$3.30B

+7.4%

Gross Margin

61.48%

N/A

Market Cap

$71.92BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$2.14M

N/A

Employees

33,600

N/A

Net Income

$693.00M

-6.7%

EBITDA

$1.01B

-16.8%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$1.37B

-3.0%

Total Debt

$7.86B

-10.3%

Accounts Receivable

$1.96B

+10.7%

Inventory

$2.18B

+2.9%

Long Term Debt

$7.82B

+9.5%

Short Term Debt

$34.00M

-97.9%

Return on Assets

12.13%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

40.84%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$867.00M

+11.7%

Operating Cash Flow

$995.00M

+12.6%

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Questions About CL

What is the current price of Colgate-Palmolive?

Colgate-Palmolive is trading at $92.53 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Colgate-Palmolive?

Over the past 52 weeks, Colgate-Palmolive has traded between $74.55 and $99.33.

How much debt does Colgate-Palmolive have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Colgate-Palmolive reported total debt of $7.86B.

How much cash does Colgate-Palmolive have on hand?

Colgate-Palmolive reported $1.37B in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Colgate-Palmolive’s dividend yield?

Colgate-Palmolive currently has a dividend yield of 2.34%.

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