New Delhi, Jan. 29 -- Shares of Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd have fallen approximately 30% from their 52-week high of Rs.3,890 on 30 September. However, this decline isn't without cause.

"Enhanced execution by the management in the core portfolio has helped Colgate re-rate in the past," pointed out an Emkay Global Financial Services report, adding, "But given the demand pressure, surge in competitive intensity, and peak margin, the stock has seen a de-rating in the last four months."

Unfortunately, Colgate's December quarter (Q3FY25) results will be of no major help in reversing this downward trend. A year-on-year (YoY) revenue growth of 4.7% marked the lowest in several quarters. Domestic growth stood at 3.2%, which is a tad lower tha...