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Haleon plc (HLN) has secured better shelf space at Walmart (WMT), Target (TGT), and other retailers, leading to a US market share increase from 11.4% to 12% by August, per NielsenIQ data. The company achieved this through lower prices, promotions, and exclusivity, but profitability impact is unclear. Competitors like Procter & Gamble and Colgate-Palmolive saw flat or declining shares. Haleon's strategy may face challenges from promotional dependence and competitor responses.

McDonald's (MCD), Colgate-Palmolive (CL), and Walmart (WMT) are highlighted as dividend stocks with resilient business models. MCD, a 'Dividend King,' raised its dividend to $1.93 per share, emphasizing affordability and digital growth. CL reported a 4.9% sales increase, focusing on everyday essentials. WMT invests in automation to maintain low prices. All three are positioned to weather higher interest rates.

Colgate-Palmolive (CL) was removed from the S&P 100 due to its $69B market cap being too small, but remains in the S&P 500. The company has raised dividends for 63 years and analysts expect 17% EPS growth from 2025-2028, with a current yield of 2.4%.

Analysts adjusted price targets for several companies. Inspire Medical (INSP) raised to $97, Securitize (SECZ) to $13, Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) to $17.48, Credo (CRDO) cut to $245, Colgate-Palmolive (CL) to $95, TTM (TTMI) to $175, Waters (WAT) to $515, Microsoft (MSFT) to $608, Ciena (CIEN) to $550, T-Mobile (TMUS) to $260.

Piper Sandler reduced its price target for Colgate-Palmolive (CL) to $95 from $98, citing cost pressures from elevated oil prices and inventory headwinds. The firm maintained an Overweight rating and a 2026 EPS estimate of $3.85, but lowered its 2027 EPS estimate to $4.12 from $4.23. CL trades at $87.47 with a P/E ratio of 34.6 and a gross profit margin of 60%. Other analysts have maintained positive outlooks, with RBC and UBS setting higher price targets.

Analysts updated recommendations: Flutter (FLUT.L) downgraded to neutral with target cut to $119; Constellation Brands (STZ) kept underperform with target lowered to $110; eBay (EBAY) maintained underperform with target reduced to $75; Meta (META) kept overweight with target raised to $796. Other companies also received updates.

Colgate-Palmolive (CL) granted COO Shane Grant 50,902 stock options at $87.02 per share, expiring in 2036, and 7,355 restricted stock units. This increases his direct holdings to 79,503 shares and 50,902 options. The awards vest over three years, with no Rule 10b5-1 trading plan reported.

Colgate-Palmolive (CL) granted its CEO, Noel R. Wallace, 205,197 stock options and 29,649 restricted stock units on September 16, 2026. The options have an exercise price of $87.02 and expire in 2036, vesting over three years. The RSUs vest in equal installments over three years. Wallace's total direct and indirect holdings now exceed 487,000 shares.

Colgate-Palmolive (CL) granted its Chief Growth Officer, John Hazlin, 27,042 stock options and 3,908 restricted stock units on September 16, 2026. The options have an exercise price of $87.02 and expire in 2036, vesting in thirds. The RSUs vest in equal thirds over three years. Hazlin now holds 27,021 shares directly and 5,513 indirectly through the company's 401(k) plan.

Colgate-Palmolive (CL) has partnered with Bombay Shaving Company (BSC) to manage Palmolive's D2C and e-commerce operations in India, aiming to revive sales. According to Colgate, BSC has better expertise in D2C strategies. BSC previously managed Durex's D2C operations for Reckitt. The deal leverages 100Days.co's digital commerce playbook, offering agility and direct consumer insights. Industry experts note that D2C brands excel in rapid decision-making and consumer engagement, while traditional