Colgate-Palmolive has seen its stock price fall 7.3% over the past month, closing near its 52-week low of $85.32. This decline stands out, especially as the S&P 500 gained 8.8% in the same timeframe. Despite beating earnings expectations with a 6% increase in EPS, Colgate struggled with a 3.1% drop in net sales, impacted by rising raw material costs, inflation, and significant currency headwinds. Simon Erickson, senior financial analyst at Zxperts, explores the factors behind this decline and what it means for investors eyeing this major consumer staples company. The coming quarters will be critical in determining whether Colgate can...
August 17, 2026August 17, 2026