Church & Dwight Company Inc (CHD)vsColgate-Palmolive Company (CL)
CHD
Church & Dwight Company Inc
$94.75
-0.32%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $22.90B
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$87.47
-0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $69.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 238% more annual revenue ($21.05B vs $6.23B). CHD leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 9.7%. CL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CHD
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
CL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.8%
Fair Value
$120.70
Current Price
$94.75
$25.95 discount
Margin of Safety
+11.6%
Fair Value
$99.21
Current Price
$87.47
$11.74 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 863 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.6% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Trading at 291.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHD
CHD has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : CHD
The primary concerns for CHD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 33.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (867M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (54/100 vs 53/100). CHD offers better value entry with a 16.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Church & Dwight Company Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Church & Dwight Co., Inc., is a major American manufacturer of household products that is headquartered in Ewing, New Jersey.
Colgate-Palmolive Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Colgate-Palmolive Company is an American multinational consumer products company headquartered on Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It specializes in the production, distribution and provision of household, health care, personal care and veterinary products.
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