Equity Profile

CL

Colgate-Palmolive Company

Consumer StaplesHousehold Products$72.0B

Jul31Fri

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a leading consumer staples firm known for its household products, including oral care, personal care, and home care items. With a market cap of $72 billion, the company plays a significant role in the consumer goods sector, which is influenced by trends in consumer spending and brand loyalty.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

Expected to be around $0.97.

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market presence.

Not available.

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CL Q2-2026 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 Q1-2026, Colgate-Palmolive reported an EPS of $0.97, slightly beating expectations by 2.21%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.23% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Maintain strong brand loyalty across key product lines.
Focus on cost management to enhance margins.
Invest in innovation to drive future growth.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are generally optimistic about Colgate-Palmolive's upcoming earnings, given its consistent track record of beating EPS estimates. However, concerns about revenue growth and market share may temper enthusiasm.

Bull Case

If the company continues its trend of beating EPS estimates and shows signs of revenue growth, it could lead to a significant stock price increase.

Bear Case

If the earnings report reveals stagnation in revenue or market share losses, it could lead to a negative reaction in the stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Expected to be around $0.97.

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

Revenue Growth

Not available.

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market presence.

Market Share

Not available.

Understanding changes in market share can indicate competitive positioning and consumer preference trends.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and will it continue the trend of beating estimates?

A strong EPS could reinforce investor confidence and support the stock price.

How is the company addressing potential challenges in revenue growth?

Investors will be keen to understand strategies for maintaining or increasing revenue, especially in a competitive market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Colgate-Palmolive's ability to innovate and capture market share, especially in emerging markets.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational management.

Recent trends in consumer spending suggest a potential rebound in household product sales.

Options pricing indicates limited expected volatility, which may not reflect the company's potential for growth.

Key Risk

If the company reports a significant increase in market share, it could challenge current bearish sentiments.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Colgate-Palmolive can sustain its growth trajectory amid competitive pressures and changing consumer preferences.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.98 or higher would confirm the bull case and suggest strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.95 would indicate potential issues and confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±1.76%

Historical Avg

±2.8%

Pricing cheap

The options market is pricing in a modest move, suggesting that investors expect limited volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±1.8% while CL has averaged ±2.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing cheap.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

22.3%

Calls (144K)P/C Ratio: 0.60Puts (49K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

History suggests that if Colgate-Palmolive beats expectations, the stock could rise by around 0.50% on average the following day, confirming positive momentum.

In-Line / Cautious

If the results are in line with expectations but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may experience a muted reaction.

Miss

If the company misses EPS expectations, history indicates a potential decline of approximately 0.50% or more, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their effect on margins.
3Discussion on market share trends in key segments.
4Comments on consumer spending patterns and their implications for future growth.
5Management's outlook on competitive pressures and strategic responses.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

Expected to be around $0.97.

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market presence.

Not available.

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

CL Q2-2026 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 Q1-2026, Colgate-Palmolive reported an EPS of $0.97, slightly beating expectations by 2.21%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.23% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Maintain strong brand loyalty across key product lines.
Focus on cost management to enhance margins.
Invest in innovation to drive future growth.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If the company continues its trend of beating EPS estimates and shows signs of revenue growth, it could lead to a significant stock price increase.

Bear Case

If the earnings report reveals stagnation in revenue or market share losses, it could lead to a negative reaction in the stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Expected to be around $0.97.

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

Revenue Growth

Not available.

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market presence.

Market Share

Not available.

Understanding changes in market share can indicate competitive positioning and consumer preference trends.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and will it continue the trend of beating estimates?

A strong EPS could reinforce investor confidence and support the stock price.

How is the company addressing potential challenges in revenue growth?

Investors will be keen to understand strategies for maintaining or increasing revenue, especially in a competitive market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Colgate-Palmolive's ability to innovate and capture market share, especially in emerging markets.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational management.

Recent trends in consumer spending suggest a potential rebound in household product sales.

Options pricing indicates limited expected volatility, which may not reflect the company's potential for growth.

Key Risk

If the company reports a significant increase in market share, it could challenge current bearish sentiments.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Colgate-Palmolive can sustain its growth trajectory amid competitive pressures and changing consumer preferences.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.98 or higher would confirm the bull case and suggest strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.95 would indicate potential issues and confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±1.76%

Historical Avg

±2.8%

Pricing cheap

The options market is pricing in a modest move, suggesting that investors expect limited volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±1.8% while CL has averaged ±2.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing cheap.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

22.3%

Calls (144K)P/C Ratio: 0.60Puts (49K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

History suggests that if Colgate-Palmolive beats expectations, the stock could rise by around 0.50% on average the following day, confirming positive momentum.

In-Line / Cautious

If the results are in line with expectations but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may experience a muted reaction.

Miss

If the company misses EPS expectations, history indicates a potential decline of approximately 0.50% or more, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their effect on margins.
3Discussion on market share trends in key segments.
4Comments on consumer spending patterns and their implications for future growth.
5Management's outlook on competitive pressures and strategic responses.