CL Dividend Calculator
Calculate how much dividend income Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) could generate with reinvestment. Pre-loaded with CL's current 2.20% yield and 2.8% dividend growth rate.
Dividend Yield: 2.20%
Annual Dividend: $2.09 per share
Share Price: $95.13
Payout Ratio: 87.9%
CL DRIP Calculator
Model CL dividend reinvestment with customizable yield, growth rate, contribution, and time horizon. Compare DRIP vs no-DRIP returns and see year-by-year projection tables.
5-Year Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR): 2.8% per year
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is CL's current dividend yield?
- CL (Colgate-Palmolive Company) currently has a dividend yield of 2.20%. This means for every $10,000 invested, you would receive approximately $220 per year in dividend income before taxes.
- How much CL do I need to make $1,000 per month in dividends?
- To earn $1,000 per month ($12,000/year) from CL at its current yield of 2.20%, you would need approximately $545,455 invested. With dividend reinvestment and growth, you may need less over time.
- Does CL pay monthly dividends?
- No, CL pays dividends quarterly (4 times per year). You can build monthly income by combining it with other stocks that pay in different months.
- Is CL's dividend safe?
- CL's payout ratio is 87.9%, which is elevated. Monitor earnings closely, as high payout ratios can indicate less flexibility for dividend growth or sustainability during downturns.
- What is CL's dividend growth rate?
- CL's 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 2.8% per year. This growth rate is pre-loaded into the calculator above to give you a realistic projection.
See full dividend history and analysis on the CL dividend page.