Equity Profile

CL

Colgate-Palmolive Company

Consumer StaplesHousehold Products$74.1B

Jul31Fri

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) is a leading consumer staples company known for its household and personal care products, including toothpaste and cleaning supplies. With a market cap of $74 billion, it 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 key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$0.95

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales, which is crucial for sustaining its market position.

$5.4B

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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, beating estimates by 2.21%. The stock reacted positively, increasing by 2.23% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continued focus on cost management to improve margins.
Expansion of product lines to capture new market segments.
Investment in digital marketing to enhance brand visibility.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Colgate-Palmolive to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $0.95 and revenue of $5.4 billion. The company has a strong track record of beating earnings 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

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 stock response.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.95

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$5.4B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales, which is crucial for sustaining its market position.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Colgate-Palmolive's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.95?

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

What revenue growth will Colgate-Palmolive report this quarter?

Revenue growth is critical for assessing the company's market strength and ability to compete in the consumer staples sector.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Colgate-Palmolive's ability to drive revenue growth through new product launches and digital marketing strategies.

Supporting Evidence

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

Options pricing suggests limited volatility, which may not reflect the potential for positive surprises.

Recent consumer trends favor established brands in the household products sector.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on the company's ability to maintain profitability and revenue growth in a competitive market.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.97 or higher, coupled with revenue exceeding $5.4 billion, would confirm a bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.91 or revenue below $5.3 billion would support a bearish view.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±1.76%

Historical Avg

±2.8%

Pricing cheap

The options market is pricing a relatively modest move, suggesting that investors are not anticipating significant 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

If Colgate-Palmolive beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.5%, confirming strong demand and effective management.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors weigh future growth prospects.

Miss

If the company misses earnings expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 2.79%, raising concerns about its competitive position.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Updates on cost management initiatives and their effect on margins.
3Insights into consumer trends and how they are influencing product demand.
4Any commentary on market share changes in key segments.
5Management's outlook on future growth and competitive positioning.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$0.95

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales, which is crucial for sustaining its market position.

$5.4B

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, beating estimates by 2.21%. The stock reacted positively, increasing by 2.23% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continued focus on cost management to improve margins.
Expansion of product lines to capture new market segments.
Investment in digital marketing to enhance brand visibility.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Colgate-Palmolive to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $0.95 and revenue of $5.4 billion. The company has a strong track record of beating earnings 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

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 stock response.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.95

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$5.4B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales, which is crucial for sustaining its market position.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Colgate-Palmolive's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.95?

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

What revenue growth will Colgate-Palmolive report this quarter?

Revenue growth is critical for assessing the company's market strength and ability to compete in the consumer staples sector.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Colgate-Palmolive's ability to drive revenue growth through new product launches and digital marketing strategies.

Supporting Evidence

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

Options pricing suggests limited volatility, which may not reflect the potential for positive surprises.

Recent consumer trends favor established brands in the household products sector.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on the company's ability to maintain profitability and revenue growth in a competitive market.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.97 or higher, coupled with revenue exceeding $5.4 billion, would confirm a bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.91 or revenue below $5.3 billion would support a bearish view.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±1.76%

Historical Avg

±2.8%

Pricing cheap

The options market is pricing a relatively modest move, suggesting that investors are not anticipating significant 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

If Colgate-Palmolive beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.5%, confirming strong demand and effective management.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors weigh future growth prospects.

Miss

If the company misses earnings expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 2.79%, raising concerns about its competitive position.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Updates on cost management initiatives and their effect on margins.
3Insights into consumer trends and how they are influencing product demand.
4Any commentary on market share changes in key segments.
5Management's outlook on future growth and competitive positioning.