Colgate-Palmolive CoBUE:CL -0.98%72 EV-to-FCF is 23.29 as of Jul. 13, 2026, which is 10% below its 10-year median of 26.02. GuruFocus rates BUE:CL with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of ARS47,884.40 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,187 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks worse than 62.26% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Colgate-Palmolive Co's Enterprise Value is ARS119,415,899 Mil.
Colgate-Palmolive Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ARS5,126,886 Mil. Therefore, Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 23.29.
The historical rank and industry rank for Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
BUE:CL'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 19.32 Med: 26.02 Max: 40.65
Current: 21.45
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Colgate-Palmolive Co was 40.65. The lowest was 19.32. And the median was 26.02.
BUE:CL's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 62.26% of 1187
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 15.72
vs BUE:CL: 21.45
EV-to-FCF 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 (BUE:CL) EV-to-FCF Explanation
EV-to-FCF 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 ARS48280.00.
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 ARS10086.586.
* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Colgate-Palmolive Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Colgate-Palmolive Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-FCF 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-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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-FCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Colgate-Palmolive Co's current Enterprise Value is ARS119,415,899 Mil.
Colgate-Palmolive Co's Free Cash Flow 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 ARS5,126,886 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 (BUE:CL) has a EV-to-FCF of 23.29 as of Jul. 13, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Colgate-Palmolive Co and its competitors. This is 10% below median its historical median of 26.02. Over the past decade, Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 19.32 to 40.65. According to the industry distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #739 out of 1187 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 62.3%.
Is Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Colgate-Palmolive Co's current EV-to-FCF of 23.29 is 10% below median its 10-year median of 26.02. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 19.32 to a high of 40.65. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.72. Colgate-Palmolive Co's value of 23.29 is 48.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #739 out of 1187 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Colgate-Palmolive Co has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Colgate-Palmolive Co's EV-to-FCF compare to KVUE and KMB?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #739 out of 1187 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Colgate-Palmolive Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.72. Colgate-Palmolive Co's value of 23.29 is 48.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Colgate-Palmolive Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 19.32 to 40.65 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 26.02 vs. the industry median of 15.72, 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-FCF for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 15.72, based on 1,187 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Colgate-Palmolive Co's current EV-to-FCF of 23.29 is 48.2% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Colgate-Palmolive Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.72 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Colgate-Palmolive Co's current EV-to-FCF is 23.29, which is 10% below median its own 10-year median of 26.02. 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 (BUE:CL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ARS47,884.40, compared to a current price of ARS48,280.00 — trading 0.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 23.29, which is 10% below median its 10-year median of 26.02 and 48.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 15.72. Colgate-Palmolive Co's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Colgate-Palmolive Co (BUE:CL), the current EV-to-FCF is 23.29 as of Jul. 13, 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 (BUE:CL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Colgate-Palmolive Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ARS48,280.00 is trading 0.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ARS47,884.40.
GuruFocus considers Colgate-Palmolive Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for BUE:CL:
EV-to-FCF: 23.29 (10% below median its 10-year median of 26.02)
GF Value™: ARS47,884.40 vs. price of ARS48,280.00 (0.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 48.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#739 of 1187)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BUE: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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