CL| Colgate-Palmolive
Dividend King (63 yrs)Consumer Staples•Household Products•USD Currency
Colgate-Palmolive (CL) pays an annualized forward dividend of $2.12 per share in USD, representing a forward yield of 2.46%.
With a dividend payout ratio of 82.3%.
Dividend King Status: With 63 consecutive years of dividend increases, CL belongs to the elite tier of global income growth stocks.
Historical Dividend Payouts(CL)
Recent cash distributions, declared payout dates, and distribution track record.
Detailed distribution payments are updated regularly. Colgate-Palmolive distributes an annualized rate of $2.12 per share on a quarterly schedule.
Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) Calculator
Simulate compound dividend reinvestment returns with CL.
| Year | Balance | Annual Dividend | Monthly Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 5 | $32,118 | +$838 | +$70/mo |
| Year 10 | $66,705 | +$2,429 | +$202/mo |
| Year 15 | $125,703 | +$6,181 | +$515/mo |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Colgate-Palmolive (CL)
How many consecutive years has Colgate-Palmolive (CL) increased its dividend?
Colgate-Palmolive (CL) has increased its annual dividend payout for 63 consecutive years, placing it in the Dividend King tier.
What is Colgate-Palmolive's current dividend yield and payout?
As of recent market updates, Colgate-Palmolive offers a forward dividend yield of 2.46% with an estimated annual payout of $2.12 per share in USD.
What is Colgate-Palmolive's dividend payout ratio and is it sustainable?
Colgate-Palmolive has an estimated dividend payout ratio of 82.3%. A payout ratio above 80% is common in capital-intensive sectors or REITs where distributions are funded by Funds From Operations (FFO) rather than GAAP earnings.
When is the next or most recent ex-dividend date for CL?
The recorded ex-dividend date for Colgate-Palmolive (CL) is 2026-10-20. Investors must purchase or hold shares before this date to receive the upcoming distribution.
Is Colgate-Palmolive (CL) a Dividend Aristocrat or King?
Yes, Colgate-Palmolive is a Dividend King with 63 years of continuous annual dividend increases.
How does dividend reinvestment (DRIP) work for CL?
A Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) allows you to automatically reinvest cash dividends from Colgate-Palmolive into additional shares or fractional shares, compounding your investment value over time.