Morgan Stanley analyst Dara Mohsenian maintains $Colgate-Palmolive (CL.US)$ with a buy rating, and maintains the target price at $111.
According to TipRanks data, the analyst has a success rate of 64.1% and a total average return of 8.3% over the past year.
Furthermore, according to the comprehensive report, the opinions of $Colgate-Palmolive (CL.US)$'s main analysts recently are as follows:
The recent sell-off in Colgate-Palmolive's shares, despite surpassing Q3 expectations, is believed to stem more from profit-taking activities rather than fundamental issues. Although the company acknowledged that sales in North America did not meet expectations, which probably played a significant role in the stock's underperformance, factors such as shipment timing, innovation, and overcoming previous allocation challenges are seen as positioning the North American division for a positive turnaround as early as Q4.
The reduction in Colgate stock following their third-quarter performance, which exceeded expectations, is believed to be due to market worries regarding the peak valuation and doubts about the ongoing viability of their success. The target adjustment reflects the lower multiples observed across the sector, yet it is seen as a favorable opportunity for investors seeking high-quality Consumer Packaged Goods companies with a view towards 2025.
Colgate-Palmolive's recent quarterly performance was regarded as solid, despite the subsequent decline in stock value. It is anticipated that trends will continue to normalize. However, there appear to be discrepancies in the valuation, specifically concerning earnings per share projections for 2025.
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