Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsKimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$87.26
+2.23%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $67.91B
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$97.67
-0.77%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $32.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 23% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $16.56B). KMB leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 10.5%. CL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. KMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
KMB
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.1%
Fair Value
$102.75
Current Price
$87.26
$15.49 discount
Margin of Safety
-18.9%
Fair Value
$90.46
Current Price
$97.67
$7.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Every $100 of equity generates 112 in profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.1% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 1246.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 18.1x book value
2.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 147.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (609M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KMB scores higher overall (63/100 vs 62/100). CL offers better value entry with a 15.1% 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.
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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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
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