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Colgate-Palmolive Company operates in the consumer staples sector within the household and personal care products industry. Founded in 1806 and headquartered in New York, the company is a global manufacturer of oral care, personal care, home care, and pet nutrition products.
Its core product categories include:
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Oral care products such as toothpaste and toothbrushes.
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Personal care items including soaps, shampoos, and deodorants.
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Household cleaning products.
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Pet nutrition through Hill’s Pet Nutrition.
Major brands include Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, and Hill’s. The company distributes products through supermarkets, pharmacies, mass retailers, and e-commerce platforms across North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other international markets.
Colgate-Palmolive’s performance is influenced by consumer demand trends, pricing power, input costs, foreign exchange movements, and competition within the consumer staples sector. The company emphasizes product innovation, premiumization strategies, and sustainability initiatives, including recyclable packaging and reduced environmental impact across its supply chain.
Colgate-Palmolive shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker CL.
History and Development
Colgate began in the early 19th century as a soap and candle business in New York. Over time, it expanded into oral care and introduced toothpaste in a tube in the late 19th century, helping modernize dental hygiene practices.
In the early 20th century, the company expanded internationally and later merged with Palmolive, strengthening its position in soaps and household products. The company continued to grow through brand development, global expansion, and acquisitions, including the addition of Hill’s Pet Nutrition, which diversified its revenue base.
In recent years, Colgate-Palmolive has focused on strengthening its global brands, investing in research and development, enhancing digital sales channels, and advancing sustainability goals.
Today, the company remains one of the largest global players in oral care and household products, with a diversified portfolio and broad international footprint.
Additional Information
Colgate-Palmolive Company (United States) is listed on the NYSE and has a market capitalization of $75.86 billion, with shareholders equity totaling $486.00 million.
The company employs approximately 34.300 people and operates in the Consumer/Non-Cyclical sector, within the Personal & Household Prods industry.
Over the past 12 months, Colgate-Palmolive Company reported $20.80 billion in revenue, generating net income of $2.09 billion.
Key financial metrics include a P/E ratio of 36.35, a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 156.08, and a trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 2.21%.
The company trades under the ticker CL.
