Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$254.22
-0.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.46B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$88.91
-0.10%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $50.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 204% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $5.42B). NDAQ leads profitability with a 35.3% profit margin vs 12.8%. NDAQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.32. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NDAQ
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 33.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.3% and operating margin at 48.4%. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while NDAQ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NDAQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
NDAQ is growing revenue faster at 13.7% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (69/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 35.3% margins and 13.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Nasdaq Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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