Colgate-Palmolive CompanyOpportunity Rank #204(CL) Intrinsic Value & DCF Analysis (2026)
Current Price
$88.67
Last updated: Jun 23, 2026
Price vs Intrinsic Value
Fundamental Score
Weighted across 6 signals
Narrative Score
-1 vs previous
Trend Score
As of 2026-06-22
The intrinsic value of Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) is estimated at $86.67 per share based on a 10-year discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis. At the current price of $88.67, the stock appears overvalued relative to its projected cash flow fundamentals. This estimate assumes a 1.80% long-term growth rate and an 8.50% discount rate (calculated: 7.29%), reflecting expected future free cash flow and cost of capital.
The intrinsic value of Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) is estimated at $86.67 per share based on a 10-year discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis. At the current price of $88.67, the stock appears overvalued relative to its projected cash flow fundamentals. This estimate assumes a 1.80% long-term growth rate and an 8.50% discount rate (calculated: 7.29%), reflecting expected future free cash flow and cost of capital.Valuation Details
Capital Efficiency
The company is earning below its required return. This may indicate inefficient use of capital or excess cash that isn't being reinvested.
Fundamental Details
Narrative Details
Trend Details
Investment Coach
- Price moving to at least a mid-teens discount to fair value.
- Improvement in ROIC versus WACC spread.
- Meaningful shifts in the narrative trend and score direction.
Free Cash Flow (in millions)
How Intrinziq Estimates Fair Value
Intrinziq estimates Colgate-Palmolive Company's intrinsic value using a discounted cash flow (DCF) model based on free cash flow trends and a market-based discount rate. The model projects future cash flows over ten years and discounts them using a market return assumption to estimate fair value.
Colgate-Palmolive CompanyConsumer Defensive
Operating globally, Colgate-Palmolive Company and its affiliated entities are engaged in the production and distribution of a diverse range of consumer goods. Its operations are structured into two primary divisions: Oral, Personal and Home Care, and Pet Nutrition. The Oral, Personal and Home Care division encompasses a broad array of offerings, spanning oral hygiene (e.g., toothpastes, toothbrushes, mouthwashes), personal care (e.g., bar and liquid soaps, shower gels, shampoos, conditioners, deodorants, antiperspirants, skin health items), and home care solutions (e.g., dishwashing detergents, fabric conditioners, household cleaners). These products are distributed through various channels, including traditional and online retailers, wholesalers, and distributors, under well-known brand names such as Colgate, Darlie, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom's of Maine, Irish Spring, Palmolive, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Lady Speed Stick, Speed Stick, EltaMD, Filorga, PCA SKIN, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Murphy, Suavitel, Soupline, and Cuddly. Furthermore, this segment supplies specialized pharmaceutical products to dentists and other professionals in oral healthcare. Conversely, the Pet Nutrition segment focuses on providing specialized pet food. This includes everyday nutritional options marketed under the Hill's Science Diet brand, as well as therapeutic diets designed to assist in managing various health conditions in dogs and cats, sold under the Hill's Prescription Diet brand. Distribution for these pet nutrition items occurs via pet supply stores, veterinary clinics, and online retail platforms. Established in 1806, Colgate-Palmolive Company maintains its corporate headquarters in New York, New York.