Colgate-Palmolive Chief Growth Officer Disposes Shares for Tax Withholding

Insider Filing Analysis: Colgate-Palmolive Co ($CL)

Executive Summary

On September 15, 2026, Colgate-Palmolive Co reported Form 4 transactions executed by John Hazlin, the company's Chief Growth Officer. Over three consecutive dates (September 11–13, 2026), a total of 1,587 shares of Common Stock were surrendered under transaction code F to cover tax withholding obligations resulting from restricted stock unit (RSU) vesting.

Transaction Details

• Transaction Dates: September 11, September 12, and September 13, 2026
• Security: Common Stock
• Breakdown:
  • Sep 11, 2026: 649 shares disposed @ $86.80
  • Sep 12, 2026: 439 shares disposed @ $86.80
  • Sep 13, 2026: 499 shares disposed @ $86.80
• Total Shares Disposed: 1,587 shares
• Price Per Share: $86.80
• Total Value: $137,751.60
• Ownership Post-Transactions:
  • Direct: 23,113 shares
  • Indirect (401(k) Plan Trustee): 5,513 shares

Market & Trading Context

• Nature of Transaction: Non-discretionary share withholding to satisfy statutory tax obligations associated with the vesting of equity awards under the issuer's incentive plan.
• Significance Assessment: Low. Routine tax-related withholdings do not indicate discretionary trading behavior or a change in management's outlook on the company.