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How Colgate-Palmolive’s Sales Fared in 1Q18

How Colgate-Palmolive’s Sales Fared in 1Q18

Colgate-Palmolive (CL) reported net sales of $4.0 billion, a shade lower than what analysts had expected but marking a 6.5% improvement YoY (year-over-year). Colgate-Palmolive’s top line benefited from currency rates boosting its sales growth rate by 4.5%. Volumes grew 2.0%, reflecting a 0.5% contribution from professional skin care acquisitions.