Colgate-Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive EV/FCF

The EV/FCF (Enterprise Value to Free Cash Flow) of Colgate-Palmolive (CL) as of Sep 28, 2026 is 20.70. In the previous year, EV/FCF (Enterprise Value to Free Cash Flow) was 21.21 — a change of -2.41% (lower).

EV/FCF

20.70

YoY

-2.41%

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EV/FCF (Enterprise Value to Free Cash Flow) of Colgate-Palmolive is 2026 20.70 . EV/FCF (Enterprise Value to Free Cash Flow) of Colgate-Palmolive was 2025 21.21 . It decreases by -2.41% lower compared to the previous year.

The Colgate-Palmolive EV/FCF history

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EV/FCF
Date
EV/FCF
Jan 1, 2018
28.31 USD
Jan 1, 2019
26.98 USD
Jan 1, 2020
22.74 USD
Jan 1, 2021
27.17 USD
Jan 1, 2022
41.14 USD
Jan 1, 2023
25.04 USD
Jan 1, 2024
21.21 USD
Jan 1, 2025
20.70 USD
The Colgate-Palmolive EV/FCF history
YEAREV/FCFYoY
20.70-2.41%
21.21-15.27%
25.04-39.14%
41.14+51.40%
27.17+19.50%
22.74-15.72%
26.98-4.69%
28.31-3.77%
29.42+1.64%
28.94-11.81%
32.82+13.33%
28.96—
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Colgate-Palmolive Stock analysis

What does Colgate-Palmolive do? Colgate-Palmolive Co is a globally operating company specializing in the production and distribution of consumer goods. The company was founded in 1806 and is headquartered in New York City, USA. Colgate-Palmolive's portfolio includes a wide range of products in the household and personal care sectors, including oral care, soaps, shampoos, detergents, and more. Colgate-Palmolive's history began with the founding of William Colgate's soap and candle factory. In 1898, the company merged with Palmolive-Peet and became Colgate-Palmolive-Peet. In the 1950s, the company was renamed to Colgate-Palmolive Co. Colgate-Palmolive's business model focuses on offering consumer products tailored to the needs and desires of customers. Products are promoted and sold through advertising, sales promotion, and personal recommendations. The goal is to build a long-term relationship between the company and customers by emphasizing quality and innovation as core values. Colgate-Palmolive Co is divided into four main areas: Personal Care, Home Care, Oral Care, and Pet Nutrition. In the Personal Care segment, the company offers a variety of products such as soaps, shampoos, facial creams, deodorants, and shaving products. The Home Care segment includes cleaning agents, detergents, and air fresheners. Oral Care is one of Colgate-Palmolive's key business areas, offering a wide range of dental care products including toothpaste, toothbrushes, and mouthwashes. Colgate-Palmolive also has a relatively small segment for pet food, focusing on dog and cat food. The most well-known product of Colgate-Palmolive is Colgate toothpaste. The brand has been globally recognized for many years and offers a variety of variations for different needs, such as sensitive teeth, cavity protection, or fresh breath. Colgate-Palmolive has a strong focus on sustainability and environmental friendliness. The company aims to offer 100% recyclable, reusable, or compostable packaging for all products by 2025 and reduce its CO2 emissions by 50%. Additionally, the company is involved in various social projects to improve children's dental health in poorer regions. Overall, Colgate-Palmolive is a globally operating conglomerate offering a wide range of products for everyday needs. The company places great emphasis on innovation, quality, and sustainability, and is committed to protecting the environment and engaging in social projects. Colgate-Palmolive is one of the most popular companies on Eulerpool.

Frequently Asked Questions about Colgate-Palmolive stock

EV/FCF (Enterprise Value to Free Cash Flow) of Colgate-Palmolive is 20.70 in 2026.

EV/FCF (Enterprise Value to Free Cash Flow) of Colgate-Palmolive changed from 21.21 to 20.70, representing a -2.41% change. The value is lower than the previous year.

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The EV/FCF ratio measures the enterprise value relative to free cash flow. It captures the true cash-generating ability of a business.

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