Colgate-Palmolive (Pakistan) Limited
By PSX Investors Zone · Updated October 22, 2026
Colgate-Palmolive (Pakistan) Limited (PSX: COLG) is a consumer-products company engaged in manufacturing and selling detergents, personal-care products and other related goods. Its portfolio serves everyday household and hygiene needs, with performance influenced by consumer demand, brand strength, distribution, raw-material costs and pricing. For the financial year ended 30 June 2026, the company reported net revenue of Rs.125.22 billion, profit after tax of Rs.18.63 billion and earnings per share of Rs.76.74. The company was classified as Shariah-compliant in the PSX screening published on 15 May 2026, based on financial accounts as of 31 December 2025. Investors should review its latest financial statements, dividend announcements and updated Shariah screening status before making investment decisions.
Company Overview
Colgate-Palmolive (Pakistan) Limited (PSX: COLG) is a consumer-products company operating in Pakistan. The company manufactures and sells detergents, personal-care products and other related goods. Its business is focused on products used regularly by households, making consumer demand, brand recognition, distribution reach and pricing important drivers of performance.
The company name changed to Colgate-Palmolive (Pakistan) Limited on 28 March 1990, when it entered into a participation agreement with Colgate-Palmolive Company, USA. The company's fiscal year ends on 30 June.
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Business Activities
Colgate-Palmolive Pakistan operates in the consumer-products market, with products associated with personal care, oral care, household cleaning and related categories. These products are sold through retail and distribution channels to meet everyday consumer needs.
The company's financial performance can be affected by changes in raw-material and packaging costs, energy prices, exchange rates, consumer purchasing power, competition, marketing expenditure and its ability to maintain product availability and brand preference.
For investors, revenue growth should be assessed alongside gross margins, operating expenses, working capital and cash flow. Sales growth alone does not necessarily translate into equivalent growth in shareholder earnings.
Financial Performance — FY2026
For the financial year ended 30 June 2026, the company's reported results were:
| Financial indicator | FY2026 | FY2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Net revenue | Rs.125.22 billion | Rs.116.00 billion |
| Gross profit | Rs.43.84 billion | Rs.40.72 billion |
| Profit after tax | Rs.18.63 billion | Rs.18.40 billion |
| Earnings per share | Rs.76.74 | Rs.75.78 |
Source: FY2026 annual report. Amounts are rounded; see the published financial statements for full details.
Net revenue increased by approximately 7.95% year over year, while profit after tax rose by approximately 1.26%. Gross profit increased, but profit growth was considerably slower than revenue growth. This suggests investors should pay attention to operating expenses, other income, tax and margins when evaluating the sustainability of earnings.
The company's FY2026 report also discusses volume growth, product mix and cost-optimisation efforts, alongside pressure from higher raw-material costs.
Shariah Compliance Status
Colgate-Palmolive (Pakistan) Limited was classified as Shariah-compliant in the PSX screening published on 15 May 2026, using accounts as of 31 December 2025.
| Shariah screening criterion | Reported ratio |
|---|---|
| Debt to total assets | 1.87% |
| Non-compliant investments to total assets | 31.22% |
| Non-compliant income to total revenue | 0.19% |
| Illiquid assets to total assets | 57.11% |
These figures represent the published screening period, not necessarily the company's ratios at the latest reporting date. The screening is based on defined financial and business criteria, and status can change as new accounts and screening decisions become available.
Investors following a Shariah-compliant strategy should confirm the company's inclusion in the latest official PSX screening before buying or holding its shares. They should also follow any applicable purification guidance from a qualified Shariah adviser.
Screening source: Official PSX Shariah Index Recomposition Notice and Ratios
Dividend and Shareholder Returns
For FY2026, the board recommended a final cash dividend of Rs.35 per share, in addition to an interim cash dividend of Rs.29 per share already paid during the year. If the final dividend is approved and paid as proposed, the total cash dividend for FY2026 will be Rs.64 per share.
The proposed final dividend was subject to shareholder approval. Investors should check the latest PSX announcements and the company's investor-relations page for confirmation of approval, entitlement dates and payment status.
Dividend history can be useful when assessing shareholder returns, but past or proposed distributions do not guarantee future dividends.
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What Investors Should Monitor
Before evaluating COLG shares, investors may wish to monitor:
- Revenue growth: changes in sales volume, product mix and pricing.
- Profit margins: whether gross and operating margins remain resilient as input costs change.
- Consumer demand: purchasing power, competition and demand for everyday household products.
- Cost management: raw materials, packaging, distribution, marketing and energy expenses.
- Cash flow: whether reported profits translate into cash generated from operations.
- Dividends: confirmed announcements, approval and payment dates.
- Shariah screening: the company's latest official status and applicable purification guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PSX symbol of Colgate-Palmolive Pakistan?
The company's Pakistan Stock Exchange ticker is COLG.
Is Colgate-Palmolive (Pakistan) Limited Shariah-compliant?
It was classified as Shariah-compliant in the PSX screening published on 15 May 2026, based on accounts as of 31 December 2025. Check the latest official screening before relying on that status.
What was the company's profit in FY2026?
The company reported profit after tax of approximately Rs.18.63 billion and earnings per share of Rs.76.74 for the year ended 30 June 2026.
What dividend was proposed for FY2026?
The board proposed a final dividend of Rs.35 per share, in addition to Rs.29 per share in interim dividends already paid. The final dividend was subject to shareholder approval; verify the latest announcement for its final status.
What should investors consider before investing in COLG?
Investors should examine revenue growth, profit margins, cash flow, valuation, dividend sustainability and the latest Shariah screening status. The company's past performance does not guarantee future results.
Disclaimer
This profile is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a recommendation to buy or sell shares. Financial performance, dividend declarations and Shariah screening status may change. Always verify the latest official disclosures before making investment decisions.
This profile is for educational purposes and is not a recommendation to buy or sell any security.