Colgate-Palmolive Q1 Results Review - Sales Momentum Leads To All-Round Beat: Nirmal Bang

After a moribund decade of tepid sales growth there seems to be some signs that category growth is picking up and efforts under the new management also seem to be gaining traction, says the brokerage.

Colgate brand toothpaste kept on shelves. (Photo: Usha Kunji/NDTV Profit)

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Nirmal Bang Report

Colgate-Palmolive India Ltd. reported strong numbers in its Q1 FY25 results led by topline and volumes which led to 7-9% beat versus our expectations on all fronts.

Category has recovered strongly in recent quarters and the management stated that the rural market outpaced urban markets for the second quarter in a row. It added that all key categories, toothpastes, toothbrush and personal care, did well in the quarter leading to high single digit volume growth and ~13% sales growth.

We have increased our FY25E and FY26E EPS forecasts by ~8-11% led by strong sales momentum and improving margins. Valuations though, are fair at 50 times FY26E earnings per share. Maintain Accumulate.

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