Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)
Consumer Staples ยท Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations
Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since January 9, 1951. SentiSense covers Colgate-Palmolive Company in the Consumer Staples sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations. Noel Wallace is its chief executive officer. The company reports 33,600 employees, and its corporate website is www.colgatepalmolive.com.
About Colgate-Palmolive Company
Since its founding in 1806, Colgate-Palmolive has grown into a leading player in the household and personal care industry. In addition to its namesake oral care line (which accounts for more than 40% of its total sales), the firm manufactures shampoos, shower gels, deodorants, and home care products sold in over 200 countries. International sales account for about 70% of its total business, including nearly half from emerging regions. It also owns the specialty pet food maker Hill's (which accounts for almost one-fourth of its sales), where the majority of its products are sold through veterinarians and specialty pet retailers.
Latest reported results
Colgate-Palmolive Company reported revenue of $5.36 billion for Q2 FY2026, up 4.9% from the same period a year earlier.
Institutional ownership
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 1,996 institutions reported holding CL, with 663.4 million shares worth $60.8 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were Vanguard, BlackRock and State Street. Of the 5 largest reported holders, 2 added shares and 3 reduced their positions during the quarter.
More on CL
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- CL ownership: all 1,996 reporting institutions, plus insider and congressional trades.
- CL financials: revenue, net income, operating margin and free cash flow through Q2 FY2026.
Frequently asked questions
What does Colgate-Palmolive Company do?
Since its founding in 1806, Colgate-Palmolive has grown into a leading player in the household and personal care industry.
What sector is CL in?
SentiSense classifies Colgate-Palmolive Company in the Consumer Staples sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations.
Where does CL stock trade?
Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since January 9, 1951.
Who is the CEO of Colgate-Palmolive Company?
Noel Wallace is the chief executive officer of Colgate-Palmolive Company.