Equity Profile

CL

Colgate-Palmolive Company

Consumer StaplesHousehold Products$74.6B

May1Fri

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market6:55 AM EDT

Colgate-Palmolive Beats on EPS, Stock Up 2.23%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.97	$0.94	+2.21%
Revenue	N/A	$5.2B	N/A

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Colgate-Palmolive Beats on EPS, Stock Up 2.23%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.97	$0.94	+2.21%
Revenue	N/A	$5.2B	N/A

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

No transcript is on record for the earnings call, and the analysis is based solely on numerical results.

What It Means

Colgate-Palmolive's earnings report showed a positive surprise in EPS, which contributed to a 2.23% increase in the stock price. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance. Investors may view the EPS beat as a sign of operational strength, but the lack of revenue data could raise questions about future growth.

Company Snapshot

Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) is a leading consumer staples company known for its household products, including oral care, personal care, and home care items. With a market cap of $68 billion, it plays a vital role in everyday consumer spending, particularly in a challenging economic environment where consumers prioritize essential goods.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$0.94

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and capture market share in a competitive landscape.

$5.2B

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+41.09%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.50%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Colgate-Palmolive reported an EPS of $0.95, exceeding expectations by 4.05%, which positively impacted the stock price by 5.92% the following day. The company continues to show strong performance, maintaining a consistent track record of beating EPS estimates.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Colgate-Palmolive to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $0.94 and revenue of $5.2 billion. The company has a strong history of beating earnings estimates, which could lead to positive market reactions.

Bull Case

If Colgate-Palmolive exceeds the EPS estimate and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet earnings expectations or shows signs of declining sales, it could raise concerns about its market position and lead to a negative reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.94

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$5.2B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and capture market share in a competitive landscape.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Colgate-Palmolive's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.94?

A beat on EPS would reinforce the company's strong performance trend and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What are the revenue figures compared to the consensus of $5.2 billion?

Revenue growth is critical for understanding the company's market position and demand for its products, which will heavily influence investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Colgate-Palmolive's ability to drive sales growth through innovation and brand loyalty, particularly in a challenging economic environment.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger-than-expected performance.

Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, hinting at potential surprises.

Consumer demand for essential household products remains robust, which may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

Key Risk

If revenue comes in above $5.3 billion, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter, the focus is on whether Colgate-Palmolive can maintain its strong earnings trajectory amid economic pressures and competition.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.95 or higher, coupled with revenue exceeding $5.3 billion, would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.92 or revenue falling short of $5.1 billion would support the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.71%

Historical Avg

±2.75%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of about 3.71% in either direction following the earnings report, suggesting that traders expect some volatility.

Options are pricing a larger move than the stock has averaged historically, indicating heightened expectations for this earnings report.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

20.3%

Calls (190K)P/C Ratio: 0.45Puts (196K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Colgate-Palmolive beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.46% on the following day, confirming positive market sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

Should the company miss earnings expectations, historical patterns indicate a potential decline of around 0.41% on the next trading day.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or innovations that could drive sales.
2Insights into consumer spending trends and how they are impacting sales.
3Management's outlook on market conditions and competitive pressures.
4Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.

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Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$0.94

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and capture market share in a competitive landscape.

$5.2B

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+41.09%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.50%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Colgate-Palmolive exceeds the EPS estimate and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet earnings expectations or shows signs of declining sales, it could raise concerns about its market position and lead to a negative reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.94

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$5.2B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and capture market share in a competitive landscape.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Colgate-Palmolive's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.94?

A beat on EPS would reinforce the company's strong performance trend and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What are the revenue figures compared to the consensus of $5.2 billion?

Revenue growth is critical for understanding the company's market position and demand for its products, which will heavily influence investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Colgate-Palmolive's ability to drive sales growth through innovation and brand loyalty, particularly in a challenging economic environment.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger-than-expected performance.

Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, hinting at potential surprises.

Consumer demand for essential household products remains robust, which may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

Key Risk

If revenue comes in above $5.3 billion, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter, the focus is on whether Colgate-Palmolive can maintain its strong earnings trajectory amid economic pressures and competition.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.95 or higher, coupled with revenue exceeding $5.3 billion, would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.92 or revenue falling short of $5.1 billion would support the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.71%

Historical Avg

±2.75%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of about 3.71% in either direction following the earnings report, suggesting that traders expect some volatility.

Options are pricing a larger move than the stock has averaged historically, indicating heightened expectations for this earnings report.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

20.3%

Calls (190K)P/C Ratio: 0.45Puts (196K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Colgate-Palmolive beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.46% on the following day, confirming positive market sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

Should the company miss earnings expectations, historical patterns indicate a potential decline of around 0.41% on the next trading day.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or innovations that could drive sales.
2Insights into consumer spending trends and how they are impacting sales.
3Management's outlook on market conditions and competitive pressures.
4Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.