Colgate-Palmolive Company was founded in 1806 and is headquartered in New York, New York. We are Colgate, a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Operating for over two centuries, the company has established itself as one of the world's leading consumer products companies, with a diverse portfolio spanning oral care, personal care, home care, and pet nutrition products.
Colgate-Palmolive market cap as of June 20, 2025 is $71.14B. The company trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "CL" and has been a publicly traded company since 1973. With operations in more than 200 countries and territories, Colgate-Palmolive serves billions of consumers worldwide through its extensive brand portfolio and distribution network.
Colgate-Palmolive operates through two primary business segments that collectively drive the company's revenue and market presence. Oral, Personal and Home Care is Colgate-Palmolive Company's biggest product segment, representing 77.7% of its total revenue. Colgate-Palmolive Company's revenue by segment: Oral, Personal and Home Care: $15.62 B, and Pet Nutrition: $4.48 B in 2024.
The Oral, Personal and Home Care segment encompasses a comprehensive range of consumer products that touch daily life. This segment markets and sells its products under the Colgate, Palmolive, Darlie, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom's of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Lady Speed Stick, Speed Stick, PCA SKIN, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Murphy, Suavitel, and Soupline brands to a range of traditional and eCommerce retailers, wholesalers, and distributors, as well as dentists and skin health professionals. It also offers pharmaceutical products for dentists and other oral health professionals.
The Pet Nutrition segment offers pet nutrition products for everyday nutritional needs under the Hill's Science Diet brand; and a range of therapeutic pet products to help nutritionally support dogs and cats in different stages of health under the Hill's Prescription Diet brand. This segment markets and sells its products through pet supply retailers, veterinarians, and eCommerce retailers.
Colgate-Palmolive has demonstrated strong financial performance with consistent growth across key metrics. Full Year Delivered over $20 billion in Net sales for the first time Net sales increased 3.3%; Organic sales\* increased 7.4%, including a 0.5% negative impact from lower private label pet volume GAAP EPS increased 27% In 2024 the company made a revenue of $20.10 Billion USD an increase over the revenue in the year 2023 that were of $19.45 Billion USD.
For the full year 2024, the company achieved several notable financial milestones:
- Colgate-Palmolive Company's annual revenue was $20.10 B in fiscal year 2024.
- In fiscal year 2024, Colgate-Palmolive Company reported a net income of $2.89 Billion.
- Colgate-Palmolive Company annual earning per share was $3.53 in 2024.
- Colgate-Palmolive Company annual free cash flow(FCF) was $3.55 B in 2024.
The company's latest quarterly results for Q1 2025 showed continued resilience despite challenging market conditions. Net sales decreased 3.1%; Organic sales\* increased 1.4%, including a 0.4% negative impact from lower private label pet volume; foreign exchange was a 4.4% headwind to net sales GAAP EPS increased 2% to $0.85
Colgate-Palmolive maintains a dominant position in the global oral care market. Colgate's leadership in toothpaste continued with its global market share at 41.4% year to date This market leadership reflects the company's strong brand recognition, product innovation, and effective distribution strategies that have been developed over more than two centuries of operations.
This was our sixth consecutive year with organic sales growth at or above our 3% to 5% targeted range. The company's consistent performance demonstrates its ability to navigate various market conditions while maintaining growth momentum across its diverse product portfolio.
The company has demonstrated strong operational performance with impressive profit margins and cash generation capabilities. Colgate-Palmolive Company annual gross profit margin was 60.50% in 2024. Colgate-Palmolive Company annual operating income margin was 21.23% in 2024. These margins reflect the company's pricing power, operational efficiency, and strong brand portfolio.
Our strong margin performance allowed us to continue to invest to drive brand health and support innovation with a 15% increase in advertising spending This investment strategy demonstrates management's commitment to maintaining brand strength and driving long-term growth through increased market presence and consumer engagement.
Looking ahead, Colgate-Palmolive has provided guidance that reflects both opportunities and challenges in the global consumer products market. The Company expects organic sales growth to be within its long-term targeted range of 3% to 5%, including the impact of the planned exit from private label pet nutrition over the course of 2025.
On a GAAP basis, the Company expects gross profit margin expansion with advertising investment flat to up slightly on both a dollar basis and as a percent to sales and mid-single-digit earnings-per-share growth. On a non-GAAP (Base Business) basis, the Company expects gross profit margin expansion with advertising investment flat to up slightly on both a dollar basis and as a percent to sales and low to mid-single-digit earnings-per-share growth.
The Company is recognized for its leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including its achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children's oral health through the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program, which has reached approximately 1.8 billion children and their families since 1991.
The company's commitment to sustainability extends beyond environmental initiatives to include social impact programs that align with its core mission of promoting health and wellness globally. This comprehensive approach to corporate responsibility supports long-term value creation while addressing important societal challenges.
Colgate-Palmolive represents a well-established consumer products company with strong market positions, consistent financial performance, and a clear strategy for continued growth. The company's diversified portfolio, global reach, and commitment to innovation position it well for navigating evolving consumer preferences and market dynamics in the years ahead.
