Colgate-Palmolive (CL) Stock Price, Fundamentals & Analysis
Price
85.93 USD
-1.29%
Price history
Over the past year CL traded between 74.98 USD and 99.14 USD, closing at 85.93 USD on Sep 24, 2026.
Key statistics
| Market cap | 68.5B USD |
|---|---|
| P/E ratio (TTM) | 33.8 |
| Forward P/E | 20.9 |
| EPS (TTM) | 2.54 USD |
| Dividend yield | 2.44% |
| Annual dividend | 2.12 USD |
| Ex-dividend date | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Payout ratio | 82% |
| 52-week range | 74.55 – 99.33 |
| 52-week change | 7.3% |
| Beta | 0.32 |
| Price / book | 290.3 |
| Revenue (TTM) | 21.05B USD |
| Revenue growth (YoY) | 4.9% |
| Gross margin | 60.4% |
| Operating margin | 21% |
| Profit margin | 9.7% |
| Return on equity | 267.4% |
| Debt / equity | 1,388.2 |
| Volume | 6,060,937 |
| Average volume | 4,722,441 |
| Next earnings | Oct 30, 2026 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
Profile
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Household & Personal Products
- Employees
- 33,600
- Headquarters
- New York, United States
- Website
- colgatepalmolive.com
Colgate-Palmolive Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells consumer products in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments: Oral, Personal and Home Care; and Pet Nutrition. The Oral, Personal and Home Care segment offers toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash, bar and liquid hand soaps, shower gels, shampoos, conditioners, deodorants and antiperspirants, skin health products, dishwashing detergents, fabric conditioners, household cleaners, and other related items. This segment markets and sells its products under the Colgate, Palmolive, Darlie, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom's of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, Lady Speed Stick, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Murphy, Soupline, and Suavitel brands to a range of traditional and eCommerce retailers, wholesalers, and distributors, as well as dentists and skin health professionals. It also offers pharmaceutical products for dentists and other oral health professionals.
Overview
What CL does
Colgate-Palmolive (CL) is a stock in the Consumer Defensive sector, within the Household & Personal Products industry. Headquartered in New York, United States, the company manufactures and sells consumer products in the United States and internationally through two segments: Oral, Personal and Home Care; and Pet Nutrition. It markets products under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, Tom's of Maine, and Ajax, and is part of the S&P 500.
Key numbers explained
- The current price is 85.93 USD, reflecting the latest trading value of one share.
- The trailing P/E ratio of 33.8 compares the share price to the last 12 months of earnings per share (2.54 USD), showing how much investors pay for each dollar of recent earnings.
- The forward P/E ratio of 20.9 uses expected future earnings, offering a sense of valuation based on what analysts anticipate.
- The dividend yield of 2.44% indicates the annual dividend income relative to the share price, with 82% of earnings paid out as dividends.
- The ex-dividend date is 20 Oct. 2026, the cutoff for eligibility to receive the next dividend payment.
- The beta of 0.32 suggests the stock has historically moved less than the overall market, a typical trait for defensive consumer staples.
- The 52-week range of 74.55 – 99.33 USD shows the lowest and highest traded prices over the past year, with the current price near the lower end.
- The debt-to-equity ratio of 1,388.2% highlights the company's use of debt financing relative to shareholders' equity.
Recent news
Recent headlines note that Colgate-Palmolive was removed from the S&P 100, with analysis on why it remains attractive for long-term dividend investors. Other stories cover Tom's of Maine launching a hydroxyapatite toothpaste and a comparison of consumer staples giants, including Procter & Gamble and Colgate-Palmolive.
What to watch
Investors typically monitor consumer staples demand, pricing power, and currency effects on international sales. The upcoming earnings release on 30 Oct. 2026 will be a key date for updated financial results. For broader context, peers such as Kimberly-Clark (KMB), Hormel Foods (HRL), and Brown–Forman (BF.B) operate in similar consumer categories.
Latest news & filings
- This Dividend King Was Removed From the S&P 100. Here's Why It's a Great Buy for Long-Term Investors Anyway.
Motley Fool · Sep 23, 2026
- Tom's of Maine Introduces Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste to Meet Rising Consumer Demand
PR Newswire · Sep 23, 2026
- PG vs. CL: Which Consumer Staples Giant Has Stronger Market Position?
Zacks · Sep 22, 2026
- Will Pricing Sustain Procter & Gamble as Volume Growth Stays Elusive?
Zacks · Sep 21, 2026
- Is General Mills Positioned for a Beat in Q1 Earnings Release?
Zacks · Sep 21, 2026
- Does Long-Term Dividend Investing Really Work? This Study Says "Definitely."
Motley Fool · Sep 21, 2026
- Piper Sandler Adjusts PT on Colgate-Palmolive to $95 From $98, Maintains Overweight Rating
MT Newswires · Sep 21, 2026
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TIKR · Sep 20, 2026
- Sandisk Joins the S&P 100 on Monday -- the Same Day Nike Leaves It
Motley Fool · Sep 19, 2026
- Saudi Aramco halts crude oil supply to European customers
Investing.com · Sep 18, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Does CL pay a dividend?
Yes. Colgate-Palmolive pays a dividend with a yield of 2.44%, and 82% of earnings are distributed to shareholders.
What is the CL P/E ratio?
The trailing P/E ratio is 33.8, while the forward P/E ratio based on expected earnings is 20.9.
Where can I buy CL?
CL trades on the US market as a stock, and can be purchased through any brokerage that offers access to US equities.
What sector is Colgate-Palmolive in?
It is in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically the Household & Personal Products industry.
How many employees does Colgate-Palmolive have?
The company has 33,600 employees.
When is the next earnings date for CL?
The next earnings release is scheduled for 30 Oct. 2026.
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