Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsKoppers Holdings Inc (KOP)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$292.41
+0.39%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.98B
KOP
Koppers Holdings Inc
$42.08
+1.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $759.87M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 790% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $1.89B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -4.6%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.49. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
KOP
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$35.67
Current Price
$42.08
$6.41 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.2x book value
3.3% earnings growth
3.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.4% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : KOP
The strongest argument for KOP centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : KOP
The primary concerns for KOP are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while KOP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (53/100 vs 41/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Koppers Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Koppers Holdings Inc. offers treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds in the United States, Australasia, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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