American Express Co vs Colgate-Palmolive Company — how do they compare? American Express Co trades at $340.59 (market cap $230.15B), while Colgate-Palmolive Company trades at $92.31 (market cap $73.59B). The key difference: American Express Co is far larger — about 3.1× Colgate-Palmolive Company's market cap, and Colgate-Palmolive Company pays the higher dividend (2.3%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| AXP | CL | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $230.15B | $73.59B |
Sector | Financials | Consumer Staples |
52-Week High | $384.82 | $99.14 |
52-Week Low | $292.27 | $74.98 |
Dividend Yield | 1.11% | 2.3% |
Enterprise Value | — | $80.07B |
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American Express Company is a global payment and travel company. The Company's principal products and services are charge and credit payment card products and travel-related services offered to consumers and businesses around the world.
Read more on AXP →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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