CL Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how CL performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CL sees a -1.81% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +2.07% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.00%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
CL Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
5.03B
2.40%
-0.49%
Gross Margin
61.08%
4.34%
0.76%
Operating Margin
21.24%
1.24%
-3.23%
Net Margin
15.42%
1.45%
1.72%
EPS
0.90
4.65%
1.12%
No Data Available
CL Earnings Analysis
Colgate-Palmolive Company Corporation (CL.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Net Sales Increase: Net sales were up 4.5%.
Organic Sales Increase: Organic sales were up 8.5%.
Volume Growth Achievement: We delivered volume growth in all six divisions for the second straight quarter with 3% growth in developed markets and 4.6% growth in emerging markets.
Gross Profit Growth: Gross profit dollar growth was strong, driven by improved gross margin expansion.
Oral Care Growth Opportunities: We continue to see strong growth opportunities in our Oral Care business, particularly in Latin America.
Negative
Sales Growth Analysis: Net sales were up 4.5%, but organic sales growth was only 8.5%, indicating a reliance on pricing rather than volume growth.
Shipment Timing Impact: Despite a strong performance, there were significant shipment timing issues that pushed some orders from Q3 to Q4, affecting overall sales figures.
Gross Margin Decline: The company experienced a decline in gross margin due to inflationary pressures, which could impact profitability moving forward.
Organic Sales Slowdown: There was a noted slowdown in organic sales growth in certain markets, particularly in North America, which may affect future performance.
Challenging Competitive Landscape: The competitive environment remains challenging, with peers performing strongly, suggesting potential market share losses for the company.
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CL Earning Call Sentiment
Colgate-Palmolive (CL) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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The earnings call reflects strong financial performance with mid-single-digit volume growth, gross margin expansion, and consistent EPS growth. Positive developments include strategic innovation, effective use of data, and strong cash flow for shareholder returns. Despite some concerns in North America, emerging markets and Europe show robust growth. Analysts' questions highlight confidence in management's strategy, with focus on innovation and premiumization. No major negative factors were identified, and the optimistic outlook for H2 and H3 supports a positive sentiment. However, the absence of guidance and some unclear responses prevent a stronger positive rating.