CL Dividends
Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) pays $2.09 in dividends per share, with a current dividend yield of 2.34%. The company has dividend history for 61 consecutive years.
CL Dividend Summary
2.34%
$2.09
79.17%
44.87%
Consecutive Years
61
Most Recent Ex-Date
Apr 20, 2026
Most Recent Payment
May 15, 2026
CL Dividends per Share (Nominal History)
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CL Dividends CAGR Chart
Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)
Annual Dividend History
| Year | Dividend/Share | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|
| 2026(YTD) | $1.05 | — |
| 2025 | $2.06 | +4.04% |
| 2024 | $1.98 | +3.66% |
| 2023 | $1.91 | +2.69% |
| 2022 | $1.86 | +3.91% |
| 2021 | $1.79 | +2.29% |
| 2020 | $1.75 | +2.34% |
| 2019 | $1.71 | +3.01% |
| 2018 | $1.66 | +4.40% |
| 2017 | $1.59 | +2.58% |
| 2016 | $1.55 | +3.33% |
| 2015 | $1.50 | +5.63% |
| 2014 | $1.42 | +6.77% |
| 2013 | $1.33 | +9.02% |
| 2012 | $1.22 | +7.49% |
| 2011 | $1.14 | +11.82% |
| 2010 | $1.02 | +18.02% |
| 2009 | $0.86 | +10.26% |
| 2008 | $0.78 | +11.43% |
| 2007 | $0.70 | +12.00% |
Quarterly Dividend History
| Quarter | Dividend/Share | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026 | $0.53 | +1.92% |
| Q1 2026 | $0.52 | +4.00% |
| Q4 2025 | $0.52 | +4.00% |
| Q3 2025 | $0.52 | +4.00% |
| Q2 2025 | $0.52 | +4.00% |
| Q1 2025 | $0.50 | +4.17% |
| Q4 2024 | $0.50 | +4.17% |
| Q3 2024 | $0.50 | +4.17% |
| Q2 2024 | $0.50 | +4.17% |
| Q1 2024 | $0.48 | +2.13% |
| Q4 2023 | $0.48 | +2.13% |
| Q3 2023 | $0.48 | +2.13% |
| Q2 2023 | $0.48 | +2.13% |
| Q1 2023 | $0.47 | +4.44% |
| Q4 2022 | $0.47 | +4.44% |
| Q3 2022 | $0.47 | +4.44% |
| Q2 2022 | $0.47 | +4.44% |
| Q1 2022 | $0.45 | +2.27% |
| Q4 2021 | $0.45 | +2.27% |
| Q3 2021 | $0.45 | +2.27% |
| Q2 2021 | $0.45 | +2.27% |
| Q1 2021 | $0.44 | +2.33% |
| Q4 2020 | $0.44 | +2.33% |
| Q3 2020 | $0.44 | +2.33% |
Dividend Yield Metrics
- Current Yield
- 2.34%
- Average Yield (TTM)
- 2.34%
- Average Yield (3Y)
- 2.22%
- Forward Yield on Cost (3Y)
- 2.69%
- Forward Yield on Cost (5Y)
- 2.95%
- Forward Yield on Cost (10Y)
- 3.73%
Payout Ratio Analysis
- Payout Ratio (Current)
- 79.17%
- FCF Payout Ratio
- 44.87%
- Payout Ratio (3Y Avg)
- 67.61%
- Payout Ratio (5Y Avg)
- 72.01%
- FCF Payout (3Y Avg)
- 47.83%
- FCF Payout (5Y Avg)
- 56.39%
Dividend Coverage
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