Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsQuaker Chemical Corporation (KWR)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$257.97
+1.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $75.59B
KWR
Quaker Chemical Corporation
$140.69
0.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 754% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $1.93B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 0.2%. KWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. KWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
KWR
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-19.2%
Fair Value
$149.15
Current Price
$140.69
$8.46 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 54.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : KWR
The strongest argument for KWR centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : KWR
The primary concerns for KWR are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 555.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KWR scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100). 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.
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.
Quaker Chemical Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Quaker Chemical Corporation develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty chemicals formulated for a wide range of heavy manufacturing and industrial applications. The company is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
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