Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsEdgewell Personal Care Co (EPC)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$88.58
+1.27%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.63B
EPC
Edgewell Personal Care Co
$18.66
+4.77%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $915.64M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 831% more annual revenue ($20.80B vs $2.23B). CL leads profitability with a 10.0% profit margin vs -3.5%. CL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.58. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
EPC
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.1%
Fair Value
$98.54
Current Price
$88.58
$9.96 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.6%
Fair Value
$40.10
Current Price
$18.66
$21.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 492.1x book value
Earnings declined 5.9%
0.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bull Case : EPC
The strongest argument for EPC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 54.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : EPC
The primary concerns for EPC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL profiles as a value stock while EPC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (609M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 44/100). EPC offers better value entry with a 47.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Colgate-Palmolive Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Colgate-Palmolive Company is an American multinational consumer products company headquartered on Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It specializes in the production, distribution and provision of household, health care, personal care and veterinary products.
Visit Website →Edgewell Personal Care Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Edgewell Personal Care Company manufactures and markets personal care products in the wet shaving, sun and skin care, and feminine care categories in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut.
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