Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsPure Storage Inc (PSTG)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$85.12
-0.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $68.23B
PSTG
Pure Storage Inc
$62.63
-4.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 456% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $3.66B). CL leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 5.1%. PSTG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. PSTG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CL
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PSTG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-279.5%
Fair Value
$22.43
Current Price
$85.12
$62.69 premium
Margin of Safety
-195.4%
Fair Value
$25.74
Current Price
$62.63
$36.89 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Earnings expanding 140.6% YoY
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 1216.0x book value
Trading at 14.3x book value
5.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : PSTG
The strongest argument for PSTG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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.
Bear Case : PSTG
The primary concerns for PSTG are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 113.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL profiles as a value stock while PSTG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PSTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
PSTG is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSTG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 56/100) and 20.4% revenue growth. 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.
Visit Website →Pure Storage Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Pure Storage, Inc. provides data storage technology and solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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