Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsTantech Holdings Ltd (TANH)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$88.58
+1.26%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $70.63B
TANH
Tantech Holdings Ltd
$0.43
-5.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.90M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 54111% more annual revenue ($20.80B vs $38.36M). CL leads profitability with a 10.0% profit margin vs -80.9%. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TANH
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.1%
Fair Value
$98.54
Current Price
$88.58
$9.96 discount
Margin of Safety
-73.0%
Fair Value
$0.53
Current Price
$0.43
$0.10 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 492.1x book value
Earnings declined 5.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 16.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bull Case : TANH
The strongest argument for TANH centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : CL
The primary concerns for CL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 54.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TANH
The primary concerns for TANH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL profiles as a value stock while TANH is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TANH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
CL is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (609M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 29/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →Tantech Holdings Ltd
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · China
Tantech Holdings Ltd, develops and manufactures bamboo-based charcoal products for industrial energy, domestic cooking, heating, purification, agriculture and cleaning applications in the People's Republic of China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lishui, the People's Republic of China.
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