Colgate-Palmolive: Execution Is Turning, Cash Flow Is Solid — Buy on Strength
Colgate-Palmolive reported a clean Q3 beat with 3.6% organic sales growth and raised Base Business earnings guidance. The stock is trading near $96 with an EV/EBITDA of 17.2 and P/FCF ~20 — reasonable for a durable cash generator. We see a clear, actionable long trade based on improving execution, margin tailwinds, and a still-attractive dividend p…