Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsTootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$84.53
+1.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $68.23B
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$41.61
+0.80%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 2682% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $732.52M). TR leads profitability with a 13.7% profit margin vs 10.5%. CL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.27. CL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CL
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-276.9%
Fair Value
$22.43
Current Price
$84.53
$62.10 premium
Margin of Safety
+35.7%
Fair Value
$62.24
Current Price
$41.61
$20.63 discount
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
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 28.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 1207.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL profiles as a value stock while TR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.51 — expect wider price swings.
TR is growing revenue faster at 150.0% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CL scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). TR offers better value entry with a 35.7% margin of safety. 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.
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 →Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., manufactures and sells confectionery products primarily in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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