Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsKimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$87.52
-2.31%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $72.09B
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$98.72
-1.75%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $33.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 24% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $16.45B). KMB leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 10.5%. CL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.48. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CL
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
KMB
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-279.8%
Fair Value
$22.51
Current Price
$87.52
$65.01 premium
Margin of Safety
+9.4%
Fair Value
$118.83
Current Price
$98.72
$20.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Earnings expanding 110.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 127 in profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 1250.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 21.8x book value
Revenue declined 60.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 147.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 4.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL profiles as a value stock while KMB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.26 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
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