Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
CL
Colgate-Palmolive Company
$85.49
-1.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $67.75B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$122.64
+1.70%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $54.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Colgate-Palmolive Company generates 781% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $2.31B). WPM leads profitability with a 63.6% profit margin vs 10.5%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
CL
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WPM
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-279.8%
Fair Value
$22.51
Current Price
$85.49
$62.98 premium
Margin of Safety
+1.4%
Fair Value
$151.16
Current Price
$122.64
$28.52 discount
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%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.2%
Revenue surging 127.2% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.1% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CL
The strongest argument for CL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.6% and operating margin at 75.2%. Revenue growth of 127.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CL profiles as a value stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 127.2% — sustainability is the question.
CL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 63.6% margins and 127.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 →Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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