Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) Total Return:-0.74%(TTM)
The total return cagr for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) is -0.74% over the latest trailing 12-month period. The comparable SPY value is +24.32%. Year-to-date total return is +12.73%. Total return includes price appreciation and reinvested dividends.
Growth of $10,000 in CL
$159,543
(16.0x return)
Invested on Jun 10, 1996
Growth of $10,000 in SPY (S&P 500)
$183,873
(18.4x return)
Invested on Jun 10, 1996
Hypothetical Growth of $10,000
This chart illustrates the cumulative performance of a hypothetical $10,000 investment. It assumes that all dividends paid by both the stock and SPY are reinvested in additional shares on the payment date, showing the true long-term compounding impact of distributions.
Recent Performance Indicators
YTD Total Return
+12.7%
1-Year Total Return
-0.7%
Current Dividend Yield
2.38%
Price CAGR vs. Total Return CAGR
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is shown below. The difference between price CAGR and total return CAGR is the compound contribution of dividends reinvested.
| Holding Period | Price CAGR | Total Return CAGR | Dividend Addition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Year | (3.2%) | (0.7%) | +2.5% |
| 3 Years | +5.1% | +7.6% | +2.5% |
| 5 Years | +1.3% | +3.7% | +2.4% |
| 10 Years | +2.0% | +4.4% | +2.4% |
| 15 Years | +5.0% | +7.4% | +2.5% |
| 20 Years | +5.4% | +7.9% | +2.5% |
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.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Household & Personal Products
- CEO
- Noel R. Wallace