Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsInter Parfums Inc (IPAR)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$86.80
-1.25%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $69.19B
IPAR
Inter Parfums Inc
$112.01
+1.38%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 1302% more annual revenue ($21.05B vs $1.50B). IPAR leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 9.7%. CL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
IPAR
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.6%
Fair Value
$99.34
Current Price
$86.80
$12.54 discount
Margin of Safety
-33.3%
Fair Value
$75.50
Current Price
$112.01
$36.51 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 863 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Trading at 289.3x book value
2.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bull Case : IPAR
The strongest argument for IPAR centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 33.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : IPAR
The primary concerns for IPAR are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IPAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (867M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (54/100 vs 46/100). 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.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Inter Parfums, Inc., manufactures, markets and distributes a range of fragrances and fragrance-related products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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