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Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) EV/EBITDA Ratio: 20.46x

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Is Colgate-Palmolive Company’s EV/EBITDA ratio high or low?

Colgate-Palmolive Company's EV/EBITDA ratio of 20.46x is in line with its 5-year average of 18.84x, around the middle of its 5-year range (14.12x–24.30x).

As of Thursday, June 18, 2026. 20.10% above its 12-month average of 17.04x.

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CL EV/EBITDA Ratio
20.46x+22.59% 1Y
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CL Current vs Average EV/EBITDA Ratio Chart

CL EV/EBITDA Ratio Metrics

EV/EBITDA RATIO

20.46x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG TTM

17.04x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 3Y

18.62x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 5Y

18.84x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 10Y

17.99x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 15Y

17.01x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 20Y

16.04x

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+20.10%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+9.87%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+8.58%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+13.72%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+20.28%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+27.59%

CL Competitors' EV/EBITDA Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPEV/EBITDA RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)$72.48B20.46x17.04x18.62x18.84x
Target Corporation (TGT)vs ›$59.87B9.48x7.53x8.88x9.73x
Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST)vs ›$90.70B32.36x29.08x27.20x27.53x
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP)vs ›$42.03B16.54x15.69x16.14x16.89x
The Kroger Co. (KR)vs ›$38.12B10.48x10.02x8.61x8.59x
Sysco Corporation (SYY)vs ›$37.78B13.08x12.62x12.33x15.27x
The Hershey Company (HSY)vs ›$35.56B18.57x19.72x17.15x18.69x
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vs ›$33.68B13.17x12.63x14.47x15.06x
Kellanova (K)vs ›$29.03B15.66x16.26x16.75x14.68x
Altria Group, Inc. (MO)vs ›$115.16B11.51x10.87x9.26x14.51x

EV/EBITDA vs. its own history

At 20.5, EV/EBITDA is richer than usual, sitting higher than 91% of its 20-year history.

20-year low

9.4

median

16.2

20-year high

24.3

cheaperricher

Colgate-Palmolive Company EV/EBITDA Ratio Formula & Definition

EV/EBITDA = Enterprise Value / EBITDA (TTM)

Enterprise value to EBITDA is a capital-structure-neutral valuation multiple, useful for comparing companies with different debt levels and tax rates.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Colgate-Palmolive Company EV/EBITDA Ratio FAQ

What is the EV/EBITDA ratio for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)?
The EV/EBITDA ratio for CL stock is 20.46x.
Is Colgate-Palmolive Company's EV/EBITDA ratio high or low?
Colgate-Palmolive Company's EV/EBITDA ratio of 20.46x is in line with its 5-year average of 18.84x, around the middle of its 5-year range (14.12x–24.30x).
What is the TTM average EV/EBITDA ratio for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)?
The TTM average EV/EBITDA ratio for CL stock is 17.04x.
What is the 3Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)?
The 3Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for CL stock is 18.62x.
What is the 5Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)?
The 5Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for CL stock is 18.84x.
What is the 10Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)?
The 10Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for CL stock is 17.99x.
What is the 15Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)?
The 15Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for CL stock is 17.01x.
What is the 20Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)?
The 20Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for CL stock is 16.04x.

Colgate-Palmolive Company EV/EBITDA Ratio History

DATEEV/EBITDA RATIO
2026-06-1720.46x
2026-06-1620.48x
2026-06-1520.46x
2026-06-1220.23x
2026-06-1120.22x
2026-06-1020.33x
2026-06-0919.89x
2026-06-0819.53x
2026-06-0520.05x
2026-06-0419.33x
2026-06-0319.28x
2026-06-0219.99x
2026-06-0120.02x
2026-05-2920.37x
2026-05-2820.69x
2026-05-2720.61x
2026-05-2620.31x
2026-05-2220.47x
2026-05-2120.43x
2026-05-2020.42x
2026-05-1920.35x
2026-05-1820.33x
2026-05-1519.96x
2026-05-1420.10x
2026-05-1319.90x
2026-05-1219.81x
2026-05-1119.67x
2026-05-0819.84x
2026-05-0719.80x
2026-05-0619.96x
2026-05-0519.58x
2026-05-0419.39x
2026-05-0119.78x
2026-04-3019.38x
2026-04-2919.20x
2026-04-2819.45x
2026-04-2719.14x
2026-04-2419.24x
2026-04-2319.04x
2026-04-2218.76x
2026-04-2118.65x
2026-04-2019.00x
2026-04-1719.48x
2026-04-1619.02x
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2026-04-0718.92x
2026-04-0619.21x
2026-04-0219.34x
2026-04-0119.39x
2026-03-3119.36x
2026-03-3019.46x
2026-03-2718.89x
2026-03-2618.86x
2026-03-2519.14x
2026-03-2418.94x
2026-03-2319.07x
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2026-03-1819.55x
2026-03-1720.04x
2026-03-1620.12x
2026-03-1319.82x
2026-03-1219.64x
2026-03-1119.98x
2026-03-1020.56x
2026-03-0920.67x
2026-03-0620.78x
2026-03-0520.60x
2026-03-0421.13x
2026-03-0321.18x
2026-03-0221.55x
2026-02-2721.92x
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2026-02-2321.50x
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2026-01-3016.70x
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2026-01-2015.88x
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2026-01-1315.46x
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2025-12-3114.80x
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About Colgate-Palmolive Company

Operating globally, Colgate-Palmolive Company and its affiliated entities are engaged in the production and distribution of a diverse range of consumer goods. Its operations are structured into two primary divisions: Oral, Personal and Home Care, and Pet Nutrition. The Oral, Personal and Home Care division encompasses a broad array of offerings, spanning oral hygiene (e.g., toothpastes, toothbrushes, mouthwashes), personal care (e.g., bar and liquid soaps, shower gels, shampoos, conditioners, deodorants, antiperspirants, skin health items), and home care solutions (e.g., dishwashing detergents, fabric conditioners, household cleaners). These products are distributed through various channels, including traditional and online retailers, wholesalers, and distributors, under well-known brand names such as Colgate, Darlie, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom's of Maine, Irish Spring, Palmolive, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Lady Speed Stick, Speed Stick, EltaMD, Filorga, PCA SKIN, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Murphy, Suavitel, Soupline, and Cuddly. Furthermore, this segment supplies specialized pharmaceutical products to dentists and other professionals in oral healthcare. Conversely, the Pet Nutrition segment focuses on providing specialized pet food. This includes everyday nutritional options marketed under the Hill's Science Diet brand, as well as therapeutic diets designed to assist in managing various health conditions in dogs and cats, sold under the Hill's Prescription Diet brand. Distribution for these pet nutrition items occurs via pet supply stores, veterinary clinics, and online retail platforms. Established in 1806, Colgate-Palmolive Company maintains its corporate headquarters in New York, New York.

New York City, NY
34,000 employees
www.colgatepalmolive.com
Consumer Defensive / Household & Personal Products
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Household & Personal Products
CEO
Noel R. Wallace
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