Colgate-Palmolive Co.

Colgate-Palmolive Co.

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P/E RatioDividendsReturn on EquityPrice-to-SalesDebt-to-Equity
Colgate-Palmolive Co.Colgate-Palmolive Co.34.42.34%1439%3.655

Earnings Call Q1 2026

May 1, 2026 - AI Summary

Strong Q1 Performance: Colgate-Palmolive reported significant growth in both top line and bottom line metrics in Q1 2026, with organic sales growth accelerating due to improved volume performance, particularly in the Asia Pacific region. The company achieved growth across all categories and divisions when excluding the private label pet food exit.
Emerging Markets Growth: Emerging markets remain a key driver for Colgate, showcasing high market shares and scale advantages that support long-term growth prospects. Continued investment in these regions is expected to yield sustainable growth. Strong volume acceleration was noted in Asia Pacific, particularly in India and Mexico.
Increased Cost Pressures: Despite the strong results, the company faces significant cost inflation, particularly from raw materials and packaging, with an estimated $300 million increase incorporated into guidance for the year. Oil prices are expected to average around $110, escalating input costs and putting pressure on gross margins, which are now anticipated to decline year-over-year.

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Target Price by Analysts

5.5% upsideColgate-Palmolive Target Price DetailsTarget Price
$194.19

Current Fair Value

114.4% upside

Undervalued by 114.4% based on the discounted cash flow analysis.

Share Statistics

Market cap$71.58 Billion
Enterprise Value$78.21 Billion
Dividend Yield$2.09 (2.34%)
Earnings per Share$2.64
Beta0.32
Outstanding Shares802,300,000

Return

Return on Equity1439.31%ROE
Return on Assets12.56%
Return on Invested Capital32.45%

Valuation & Multiples

P/E Ratio34.39P/E Ratio
PEG-539.25PEG
Price to Sales3.62Price to Sales
Price to Book Ratio-Price to Book Ratio
Enterprise Value to Revenue3.76
Enterprise Value to EBIT22.58
Enterprise Value to Net Income37
Total Debt to Enterprise0.1
Debt to Equity54.99Debt to Equity

Revenue Sources

No data

Insider Trades

Last Earnings Call

Report Date
May 1, 2026
EPS Estimate
$0.94
Average shareholder expectation
Revenue Estimate
$5.22 B
Average shareholder expectation

Next Earnings Call

Expected Date
July 31, 2026
EPS Estimate
$0.95
Average shareholder expectation
Revenue Estimate
$5.36 B
Average shareholder expectation

Institutional Put/Call Ratio

Market sentiment based on institutional option activity.

Put/Call Ratio1.6066 29.44%
Total Calls3,117,286 3.78%
Total Puts5,008,367 17.81%

Institutional Ownership

Holdings and activity of institutional investors.

Ownership %82.98% 0.18%
Total Invested$56.98B 6.36%
Investors Holding1,995 60.00%

ESG Score

No data

About Colgate-Palmolive Co.

CEO: Noel Wallace

Relevant Senate Committees

Joint Committee on Taxation

This committee provides critical analysis and revenue estimates for all tax legislation, directly influencing corporate tax structures and capital investment credits, which significantly impacts Colgate-Palmolive's financial planning and profitability.

Finance

This powerful committee controls taxation and trade policy. As a multinational manufacturer, Colgate-Palmolive's profitability is directly affected by corporate tax rates, international trade agreements, and potential tariffs.

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

This committee's oversight of the FDA (relevant for certain hygiene/health-related products like toothpaste) and labor laws (affecting manufacturing costs, wages, and workforce regulations) has direct impact on Colgate-Palmolive.

Judiciary

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Commerce, Science, and Transportation

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Environment and Public Works

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