Align Technology, Inc. vs Colgate-Palmolive Company — how do they compare? Align Technology, Inc. trades at $172.77 (market cap $12.29B), while Colgate-Palmolive Company trades at $92.31 (market cap $73.59B). The key difference: Colgate-Palmolive Company is far larger — about 6× Align Technology, Inc.'s market cap, and Colgate-Palmolive Company pays a 2.3% dividend while Align Technology, Inc. pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ALGN | CL | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $12.29B | $73.59B |
Sector | Health | Consumer Staples |
52-Week High | $197.51 | $99.14 |
52-Week Low | $124.88 | $74.98 |
Enterprise Value | $11.30B | $80.07B |
Dividend Yield | — | 2.3% |
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Align is the leading manufacturer of clear dental aligners globally, having pioneered the technology with the introduction of its Invisalign branded aligners in 1998. Since then, Invisalign has become a household name, having treated over 10 million patients with malocclusion (misaligned teeth) through orthodontist and dentist-guided treatment plans. The company maintains dominant market share of clear aligners, despite the introduction of direct-to-consumer competitors upon the expiration of key patents that began in 2017. Align also manufactures intraoral scanners (iTero), used for orthodontic treatment and restorative dental procedures (digital models for crowns, veneers, and implants).
Read more on ALGN →Since its founding in 1806, Colgate-Palmolive has grown to become a leading global consumer product company. In addition to its namesake oral care line, the firm manufactures shampoos, shower gels, deodorants, and home care products that are sold in over 200 countries (international sales account for about 70% of its consolidated total, including approximately 45% from emerging regions). It also owns specialty pet food maker Hill's, which sells its products through veterinarians and specialty pet retailers.
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