Colgate's World Fact Sheet
- Organic sales (excluding foreign exchange, acquisitions and divestments) grew 3.0% in third quarter 2010.
- Gross profit margin increased to 59.4%, up 20 basis points versus the year ago quarter’s record level, primarily reflecting benefits from cost-savings initiatives, partially offset by the impact of negative foreign exchange and increased promotional investments.
- Operating profit increased 3% to $958 million in third quarter 2010 compared to $926 million in third quarter 2009, increasing to 24.3% from 23.2% as a percent to sales.
- Value-added new products at various price points across categories continue to drive market share gains worldwide.
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