Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO)vsEcolab Inc (ECL)
ALTO
Alto Ingredients Inc
$3.69
+1.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $289.33M
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$274.58
-1.18%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 1685% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $943.33M). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 5.5%. ALTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. ALTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ALTO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$13.14
Current Price
$3.69
$9.45 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Earnings declined 66.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTO
The strongest argument for ALTO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ALTO
The primary concerns for ALTO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
ALTO is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ALTO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 53/100) and 12.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alto Ingredients Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Alto Ingredients, Inc. produces and markets specialty alcohols and essential ingredients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sacramento, California.
Ecolab Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ecolab Inc., headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, is an American corporation that develops and offers services, technology and systems that specialize in water treatment, purification, cleaning and hygiene in a wide variety of applications. It helps organizations both private market as well as public treat their water, not only for drinking directly, but also for use in food, healthcare, hospitality related safety and industry.
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