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Oral Care Driving Business at Colgate

Toothbrushes, toothpaste contribute to Q1.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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Colgate-Palmolive Company reported worldwide net sales for the first quarter 2013 increased 2.5% to $4.3 billion. Global unit volume grew 4.0%, pricing increased 1.5% and foreign exchange was negative 3.0%.Operating profit decreased 21% to $742 million in first quarter 2013 .   Ian Cook, chairman, president and chief executive officer, commented on the results and outlook excluding the 2013 and 2012 items noted above, “We are very pleased to begin the year with strong top and bottom line growth...

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