Brunswick Corporation vs Colgate-Palmolive Company — how do they compare? Brunswick Corporation trades at $81.99 (market cap $5.28B), while Colgate-Palmolive Company trades at $92.3 (market cap $73.59B). The key difference: Colgate-Palmolive Company is far larger — about 13.9× Brunswick Corporation's market cap, and Colgate-Palmolive Company pays the higher dividend (2.3%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| BC | CL | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $5.28B | $73.59B |
Sector | Consumer Cyclical | Consumer Staples |
52-Week High | $89.22 | $99.14 |
52-Week Low | $58.75 | $74.98 |
Enterprise Value | $7.28B | $80.07B |
Dividend Yield | 2.16% | 2.3% |
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Brunswick Corp is the leader in several recreational sectors. The firm is the leading boat manufacturer, and its brands include Mercury and Mariner outboard engines
Read more on BC →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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