CL (Colgate-Palmolive Co) YoY EPS Growth: -5.49% (As of Jun. 2026)

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CL Colgate-Palmolive Co CL
81 GF Score
Price $90.21
GF Value $94.99
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Colgate-Palmolive Co YoY EPS Growth?

Colgate-Palmolive Co CL -1.89% 81 YoY EPS Growth is -5.49% as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus rates CL with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $94.99 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

YoY EPS Growth is the percentage change of Earnings per Share (Diluted) over the past twelve months. Colgate-Palmolive Co's YoY EPS Growth for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was -5.49%.

Colgate-Palmolive Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was $0.86.

Colgate-Palmolive Co YoY EPS Growth Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Colgate-Palmolive Co's YoY EPS Growth can be seen below:

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Colgate-Palmolive Co YoY EPS Growth Chart

Colgate-Palmolive Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
YoY EPS Growth
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Colgate-Palmolive Co Quarterly Data
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Colgate-Palmolive Co YoY EPS Growth Calculation

YoY EPS Growth is the percentage change of Earnings per Share (Diluted) over the past twelve months.

Colgate-Palmolive Co's YoY EPS Growth for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

YoY EPS Growth (A: Dec. 2025 )
=(Earnings per Share (Diluted) (A: Dec. 2025 )-Earnings per Share (Diluted) (A: Dec. 2024 ))/ | Earnings per Share (Diluted) (A: Dec. 2024 ) |
=(2.63-3.51)/ | 3.51 |
=-25.07 %

Colgate-Palmolive Co's YoY EPS Growth for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

YoY EPS Growth (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=(Earnings per Share (Diluted) (Q: Jun. 2026 )-Earnings per Share (Diluted) (Q: Jun. 2025 )) / | Earnings per Share (Diluted) (Q: Jun. 2025 )) |
=(0.86-0.91)/ | 0.91 |
=-5.49 %

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about YoY EPS Growth →
What does a YoY EPS Growth of -5.49% mean?
Colgate-Palmolive Co (CL) has a YoY EPS Growth of -5.49% as of Jun. 2026. YoY EPS Growth is the percentage change of EPS over the past 12-month. View historical data for Colgate-Palmolive Co and its competitors.
Is Colgate-Palmolive Co's YoY EPS Growth too high?
Colgate-Palmolive Co's current YoY EPS Growth is -5.49%. Overall, Colgate-Palmolive Co has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Colgate-Palmolive Co's YoY EPS Growth compare to KVUE and KMB?
Colgate-Palmolive Co's YoY EPS Growth of -5.49% can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good YoY EPS Growth for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good YoY EPS Growth depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods industry context. However, YoY EPS Growth should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high YoY EPS Growth mean?
A high YoY EPS Growth can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. YoY EPS Growth is the percentage change of EPS over the past 12-month. View historical data for Colgate-Palmolive Co and its competitors. Colgate-Palmolive Co's current YoY EPS Growth is -5.49%. 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 (CL) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $94.99, compared to a current price of $90.21 — trading 5% below its estimated fair value. The current YoY EPS Growth is -5.49%. Colgate-Palmolive Co's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is YoY EPS Growth calculated?
YoY EPS Growth is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Colgate-Palmolive Co (CL), the current YoY EPS Growth is -5.49% as of Jun. 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 (CL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Colgate-Palmolive Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $90.21 is trading 5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $94.99. GuruFocus considers Colgate-Palmolive Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for CL:

  • YoY EPS Growth: -5.49%
  • GF Value™: $94.99 vs. price of $90.21 (5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the CL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Colgate-Palmolive Co Business Description

Address 300 Park Avenue, New York, NY, USA, 10022
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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