Colgate-Palmolive Co. Stock Plummets to New 52-Week Low at $78.76

Colgate-Palmolive Co. has reached a new 52-week low, trading at USD 78.76 as of September 23, 2025. This marks a significant decline for the company, which has seen its stock price decrease by 14.64% over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's performance of 17.38% during the same period.
The company's market capitalization stands at USD 119,889 million, categorizing it as a large-cap entity within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry. Colgate-Palmolive's price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is currently at 41.00, indicating a premium valuation compared to its peers. The company also offers a dividend yield of 1.39%, appealing to income-focused investors.

Despite a robust return on equity of 447.93%, Colgate-Palmolive has faced challenges reflected in its financial metrics. The interest coverage ratio is at a low of 1,783.1, while the inventory turnover ratio is recorded at 3.9 times, and the debtors turnover ratio stands at 11.12 times, all indicating areas for potential improvement. The stock's performance has been below par in both the short and long term, with a notable decline of 23.00% in the last year.