Colgate-Palmolive Company vs Hershey Co — how do they compare? Colgate-Palmolive Company trades at $92 (market cap $73.59B), while Hershey Co trades at $181.78 (market cap $36.56B). The key difference: Colgate-Palmolive Company is far larger — about 2× Hershey Co's market cap, and Hershey Co pays the higher dividend (3.19%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| CL | HSY | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $73.59B | $36.56B |
Sector | Consumer Staples | Consumer Staples |
52-Week High | $99.14 | $236.28 |
52-Week Low | $74.98 | $162.31 |
Enterprise Value | $80.07B | $41.70B |
Dividend Yield | 2.3% | 3.19% |
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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.
Read more on CL →Hershey is a leading confectionery manufacturer in the U.S. (around a $25 billion market), controlling around 46% of the domestic chocolate space (per IRI). Beyond its namesake label, the firm's mix has expanded over the last 85 years and now consists of 100 brands, including Reese's, Kit Kat, Kisses, and Ice Breakers. Hershey's products are sold in about 80 countries, albeit with just a high-single-digit percentage of sales coming from markets outside the U.S., including Brazil, India, and Mexico. The firm has sought inorganic opportunities to extend its reach beyond its core confection business, adding Amplify Snack Brands and its Skinny Pop ready-to-eat popcorn to its mix and Pirate Brands (including the Pirate's Booty, Smart Puffs, and Original Tings brands) over the past few years.
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