Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) - Total Liabilities
Based on the latest financial reports, Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) has total liabilities worth $16.12 Billion USD as of March 2026. Total liabilities represent everything the company owes to external parties, combining both current liabilities—like accounts payable, short-term debt, and accrued expenses—and non-current liabilities such as long-term debt, pension obligations, lease liabilities, and deferred tax liabilities. Also explore CL net asset momentum to track the company's year-over-year net asset growth rate.
Colgate-Palmolive Company - Total Liabilities Trend (1985–2025)
This chart illustrates how Colgate-Palmolive Company's total liabilities have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See CL FCF generation index to measure how efficiently the company converts operating cash flow to free cash.
Colgate-Palmolive Company Competitors by Total Liabilities
The table below lists competitors of Colgate-Palmolive Company ranked by their total liabilities.
| Company | Country | Total Liabilities |
|---|---|---|
|
CN YANGT.PWR GDR REG S/A
F:CYZB
|
Germany | €322.17 Billion |
|
MUENCH.RUECK.UNS.ADR 1/10
F:MUVB
|
Germany | €246.51 Billion |
|
Münchener Rück AG
XETRA:MUV2
|
Germany | €246.71 Billion |
|
Monolithic Power Systems Inc
NASDAQ:MPWR
|
USA | $771.46 Million |
|
Kinder Morgan Inc
NYSE:KMI
|
USA | $40.49 Billion |
|
American Electric Power Co Inc
NASDAQ:AEP
|
USA | $84.80 Billion |
|
Boston Scientific Corp
NYSE:BSX
|
USA | $18.25 Billion |
|
Engie S.A.
PA:ENGI
|
France | €128.42 Billion |
Liability Composition Analysis (1985–2025)
This chart breaks down Colgate-Palmolive Company's total liabilities into key components over time: long-term debt, short-term debt, other current liabilities, and other non-current liabilities. Toggle between absolute values and percentage view to see how the composition has shifted. For the full company profile including market capitalisation, see Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) market capitalisation.
Liquidity & Leverage Metrics
Key Metrics Explained
| Metric | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.02 | Measures ability to pay short-term obligations (Current Assets ÷ Current Liabilities) |
| Quick Ratio | N/A | More stringent measure of short-term liquidity ((Current Assets - Inventory) ÷ Current Liabilities) |
| Cash Ratio | N/A | Most conservative liquidity measure (Cash & Equivalents ÷ Current Liabilities) |
| Debt to Equity | 111.20 | Measures financial leverage (Total Liabilities ÷ Shareholder Equity) |
| Debt to Assets | 0.97 | Portion of assets financed with debt (Total Liabilities ÷ Total Assets) |
Liability Trends Comparison
This chart compares key liability metrics across different time periods, showing how Colgate-Palmolive Company's debt structure has evolved. The comparison includes total liabilities, long-term debt, and current liabilities.
Annual Total Liabilities for Colgate-Palmolive Company (1985–2025)
The table below shows the annual total liabilities of Colgate-Palmolive Company from 1985 to 2025.
| Year | Total Liabilities | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $15.96 Billion | +2.99% |
| 2024-12-31 | $15.50 Billion | +0.43% |
| 2023-12-31 | $15.44 Billion | +3.42% |
| 2022-12-31 | $14.93 Billion | +6.08% |
| 2021-12-31 | $14.07 Billion | -5.06% |
| 2020-12-31 | $14.82 Billion | +2.37% |
| 2019-12-31 | $14.48 Billion | +21.00% |
| 2018-12-31 | $11.96 Billion | -3.77% |
| 2017-12-31 | $12.43 Billion | +2.70% |
| 2016-12-31 | $12.11 Billion | +0.87% |
| 2015-12-31 | $12.00 Billion | -0.60% |
| 2014-12-31 | $12.07 Billion | +6.47% |
| 2013-12-31 | $11.34 Billion | +3.05% |
| 2012-12-31 | $11.00 Billion | +8.06% |
| 2011-12-31 | $10.18 Billion | +21.88% |
| 2010-12-31 | $8.36 Billion | +6.07% |
| 2009-12-31 | $7.88 Billion | -2.24% |
| 2008-12-31 | $8.06 Billion | +4.42% |
| 2007-12-31 | $7.72 Billion | -0.14% |
| 2006-12-31 | $7.73 Billion | +7.97% |
| 2005-12-31 | $7.16 Billion | -0.13% |
| 2004-12-31 | $7.17 Billion | +8.72% |
| 2003-12-31 | $6.59 Billion | -2.16% |
| 2002-12-31 | $6.74 Billion | +9.75% |
| 2001-12-31 | $6.14 Billion | +6.12% |
| 2000-12-31 | $5.78 Billion | +3.49% |
| 1999-12-31 | $5.59 Billion | -0.18% |
| 1998-12-31 | $5.60 Billion | +4.47% |
| 1997-12-31 | $5.36 Billion | -8.65% |
| 1996-12-31 | $5.87 Billion | -1.59% |
| 1995-12-31 | $5.96 Billion | +38.04% |
| 1994-12-31 | $4.32 Billion | +11.15% |
| 1993-12-31 | $3.89 Billion | +38.09% |
| 1992-12-31 | $2.81 Billion | +6.43% |
| 1991-12-31 | $2.64 Billion | -5.37% |
| 1990-12-31 | $2.79 Billion | +15.79% |
| 1989-12-31 | $2.41 Billion | +16.05% |
| 1988-12-31 | $2.08 Billion | -9.55% |
| 1987-12-31 | $2.30 Billion | +22.39% |
| 1986-12-31 | $1.88 Billion | -2.14% |
| 1985-12-31 | $1.92 Billion | -- |
About Colgate-Palmolive Company
Colgate-Palmolive Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells consumer products in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments: Oral, Personal and Home Care; and Pet Nutrition. The Oral, Personal and Home Care segment offers toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash, bar and liquid hand soaps, shower gels, shampoos, conditioners, deodorants and antiperspi… Read more