- Hill’s Pet Nutrition net sales increased 1.4%, with organic sales down 1.3%
- Operating profit of $255 million, representing 22.4% of sales
- Performance impacted by exit from private label pet food and category softness, partially offset by pricing gains
- Prime100 acquisition contributed 1.6% to reported volume growth
- Colgate-Palmolive raises full-year guidance, reaffirming long-term commitment to science-based pet nutrition
Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE: CL) reported third quarter 2025 results highlighting steady performance from its Hill’s Pet Nutrition division amid the company’s broader strategic transition. Hill’s delivered a 1.4% increase in reported net sales to $1.14 billion, reflecting a 1.3% decline in organic sales primarily due to the previously announced exit from private label pet food.
Volume declined 2.6% year-over-year, or 4.2% on an organic basis, while pricing contributed a positive 2.9% and foreign exchange added 1.1%. Operating profit for Hill’s was $255 million, down 1% versus the prior year, representing 22.4% of sales.
The division’s results were supported by continued demand for Hill’s Science Diet and Prescription Diet brands, innovation in therapeutic formulations, and growth from the Prime100 portfolio. The company cited this acquisition as a contributor to incremental volume growth and category expansion opportunities within targeted premium nutrition segments.
Colgate-Palmolive continues to emphasize pet nutrition as a core growth driver within its diversified global portfolio. Hill’s remains focused on leveraging its veterinary partnerships, sustainability initiatives, and digital engagement to support long-term growth in the companion animal health and wellness market.
For full-year 2025, Colgate-Palmolive reaffirmed its outlook for low-single-digit net sales growth and low-single-digit EPS growth, reflecting disciplined execution across business units. The company’s 2030 strategy and Strategic Growth and Productivity Program are expected to strengthen innovation and supply chain efficiency across all segments, including pet nutrition.
Source: Colgate-Palmolive Company
