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Recent Price Movement and Market Context
The stock’s downward trajectory is evident in its recent returns, which have significantly lagged behind the broader market indices. Over the past week, Colgate-Palmolive’s shares fell by 3.78%, compared to a modest 0.59% decline in the Sensex. The underperformance extends over longer periods, with the stock down 4.46% in the last month while the Sensex gained 1.34%. Year-to-date, the stock has declined by 21.61%, contrasting sharply with the Sensex’s 8.92% rise. Over the last year, the stock’s return was negative 27.48%, whereas the Sensex appreciated by 5.27%. This persistent underperformance highlights investor concerns about the company’s growth prospects and valuation.
On the day of the decline, the stock underperformed its...
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