Colgate-Palmolive Co (BUE:CL) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.06 (As of Mar. 2026) — 89% Below Median

What is Colgate-Palmolive Co Dividend Payout Ratio?

Colgate-Palmolive Co BUE:CL +0.43% 73 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.06 as of Mar. 2026, which is 89% below its 10-year median of 0.56. GuruFocus rates BUE:CL with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of ARS48,010.40 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 998 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks worse than 61.12% on this metric.

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.06.

The historical rank and industry rank for Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

BUE:CL' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.06 Med: 0.56 Max: 0.63
Current: 0.06

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Colgate-Palmolive Co was 0.63. The lowest was 0.06. And the median was 0.56.

BUE:CL's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
61.12% of 998 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 0.435 vs BUE:CL: 0.06

As of today (2026-06-29), the Dividend Yield % of Colgate-Palmolive Co is 2.03%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Colgate-Palmolive Co was 2.79%. The lowest was 1.80%. And the median was 2.30%.

Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was ARS242.36.

During the past 12 months, Colgate-Palmolive Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.50% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.30% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.10% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Colgate-Palmolive Co was 15.50% per year. The lowest was 2.50% per year. And the median was 9.10% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

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Colgate-Palmolive Co (BUE:CL) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation

In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.

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Colgate-Palmolive Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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BUE:CL vs KVUE, KMB, EL: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio data, can be viewed below:

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Colgate-Palmolive Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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Colgate-Palmolive Co Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )	/	EPS without NRI (A: Dec. 2025 )
	=	996.688	/	16067.983
	=	0.06

Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )	/	EPS without NRI (Q: Mar. 2026 )
	=	242.362	/	4068.893
	=	0.06

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.06 mean?

Colgate-Palmolive Co (BUE:CL) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.06 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Colgate-Palmolive Co and its competitors. This is 89% below median its historical median of 0.56. Over the past decade, Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.06 to 0.63. According to the industry distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #610 out of 998 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 61.1%.

Is Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

Colgate-Palmolive Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.06 is 89% below median its 10-year median of 0.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.06 to a high of 0.63. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Colgate-Palmolive Co's value of 0.06 is 86.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #610 out of 998 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Colgate-Palmolive Co has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does Colgate-Palmolive Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to KVUE and KMB?

According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Colgate-Palmolive Co ranks #610 out of 998 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Colgate-Palmolive Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Colgate-Palmolive Co's value of 0.06 is 86.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Colgate-Palmolive Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.06 to 0.63 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.56 vs. the industry median of 0.44, Colgate-Palmolive Co has consistently been below 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 Dividend Payout Ratio for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 0.44, based on 998 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Colgate-Palmolive Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.06 is 86.2% below 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 Dividend Payout Ratio mean?

A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Colgate-Palmolive Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Colgate-Palmolive Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.06, which is 89% below median its own 10-year median of 0.56. 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 ARS48,010.40, compared to a current price of ARS47,140.00 — trading 1.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.06, which is 89% below median its 10-year median of 0.56 and 86.2% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 0.44. Colgate-Palmolive Co's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.

How is Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?

Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Colgate-Palmolive Co (BUE:CL), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.06 as of Mar. 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 undervalued. The current stock price of ARS47,140.00 is trading 1.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ARS48,010.40. GuruFocus considers Colgate-Palmolive Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for BUE:CL:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.06 (89% below median its 10-year median of 0.56)
GF Value™: ARS48,010.40 vs. price of ARS47,140.00 (1.8% below fair value)
GF Score™: 73/100 with 3 warning signs
Industry Position: 86.2% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#610 of 998)

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.

Colgate-Palmolive Co Business Description

Industry Consumer Defensive Consumer Packaged Goods

Comparable Companies KVUE KMB EL CHD CLX ELF IPAR NWL SPB COTY PG XPAR:OR LSE:ULVR BOM:500696 LSE:RKT XTER:HEN3 OSTO:ESSITY B XTER:BEI TSE:4452 BOM:531642

Other Exchanges CL:USA CL:Mexico 1CL:Italy 0P59:UK CPA:Germany CL:Switzerland COLG34:Brazil COLG:Austria

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

Website https://www.colgatepalmolive.com

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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