Church & Dwight Company Inc (CHD)vsColgate-Palmolive Company (CL)
CHD
Church & Dwight Company Inc
$95.74
-1.61%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $23.59B
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$87.52
-2.31%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $72.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 229% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $6.20B). CHD leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs 10.5%. CHD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.24. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CHD
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
CL
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-389.1%
Fair Value
$20.54
Current Price
$95.74
$75.20 premium
Margin of Safety
-279.8%
Fair Value
$22.51
Current Price
$87.52
$65.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Earnings expanding 110.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.9% revenue growth
Earnings declined 20.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 1250.3x 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, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : CHD
The primary concerns for CHD are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 147.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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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