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Colgate-Palmolive CoXSWX:CL +0.58%88 EV-to-OCF is 19.03 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 13% below its 10-year median of 21.87. GuruFocus rates XSWX:CL with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF75.54 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,989 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks worse than 77.28% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Colgate-Palmolive Co's Enterprise Value is CHF66,006 Mil.
Colgate-Palmolive Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF3,469 Mil. Therefore, Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 19.03.
The historical rank and industry rank for Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:CL'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 16.72 Med: 21.87 Max: 29.58
Current: 18.77
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Colgate-Palmolive Co was 29.58. The lowest was 16.72. And the median was 21.87.
XSWX:CL's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 77.28% of 1989
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 8.03
vs XSWX:CL: 18.77
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Colgate-Palmolive Co (XSWX:CL) EV-to-OCF Explanation
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Colgate-Palmolive Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Colgate-Palmolive Co's share price for today is CHF74.91.
Colgate-Palmolive Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF2.054.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Colgate-Palmolive Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Colgate-Palmolive Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Colgate-Palmolive Co EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Colgate-Palmolive Co's current Enterprise Value is CHF66,006 Mil.
Colgate-Palmolive Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF3,469 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Colgate-Palmolive Co (XSWX:CL) has a EV-to-OCF of 19.03 as of Jul. 14, 2026. This is 13% below median its historical median of 21.87. Over the past decade, Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 16.72 to 29.58. According to the industry distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #1537 out of 1989 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 77.3%.
Is Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
Colgate-Palmolive Co's current EV-to-OCF of 19.03 is 13% below median its 10-year median of 21.87. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 16.72 to a high of 29.58. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.03. Colgate-Palmolive Co's value of 19.03 is 137% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #1537 out of 1989 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Colgate-Palmolive Co has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-OCF compare to KVUE and KMB?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #1537 out of 1989 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Colgate-Palmolive Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.03. Colgate-Palmolive Co's value of 19.03 is 137% above this benchmark. Historically, Colgate-Palmolive Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 16.72 to 29.58 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.87 vs. the industry median of 8.03, Colgate-Palmolive Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 8.03, based on 1,989 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Colgate-Palmolive Co's current EV-to-OCF of 19.03 is 137% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Colgate-Palmolive Co's current EV-to-OCF is 19.03, which is 13% below median its own 10-year median of 21.87. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Colgate-Palmolive Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Colgate-Palmolive Co (XSWX:CL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF75.54, compared to a current price of CHF74.91 — trading 0.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 19.03, which is 13% below median its 10-year median of 21.87 and 137% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 8.03. Colgate-Palmolive Co's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Colgate-Palmolive Co (XSWX:CL), the current EV-to-OCF is 19.03 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Colgate-Palmolive Co (XSWX:CL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Colgate-Palmolive Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF74.91 is trading 0.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF75.54.
GuruFocus considers Colgate-Palmolive Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:CL:
EV-to-OCF: 19.03 (13% below median its 10-year median of 21.87)
GF Value™: CHF75.54 vs. price of CHF74.91 (0.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 137% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1537 of 1989)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:CL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Since its founding in 1806, Colgate-Palmolive has grown into a leading player in the household and personal care industry. In addition to its namesake oral care line (which accounts for more than 40% of its total sales), the firm manufactures shampoos, shower gels, deodorants, and home care products sold in over 200 countries. International sales account for about 70% of its total business, including nearly half from emerging regions. It also owns specialty pet food maker Hill's (almost one-fourth of sales), which sells the majority of its products through veterinarians and specialty pet retailers.
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