Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsYesway, Inc. Class A Common Stock (YSWY)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$85.36
+1.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $67.91B
YSWY
Yesway, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$25.72
+5.97%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $756.87M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 663% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $2.67B). CL leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 2.0%. CL trades at a lower P/E of 32.2x. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
YSWY
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.8%
Fair Value
$102.75
Current Price
$85.36
$17.39 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for YSWY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.1% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 1219.4x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.0% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : YSWY
Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 147.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : YSWY
The primary concerns for YSWY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 62.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
YSWY is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (62/100 vs 43/100). 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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