Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsNexa Resources SA (NEXA)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$260.60
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.47B
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$14.16
+0.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 448% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $3.00B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 4.4%. NEXA trades at a lower P/E of 14.5x. NEXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NEXA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
+50.2%
Fair Value
$24.86
Current Price
$14.16
$10.70 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.96 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while NEXA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
NEXA is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEXA scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100) and 21.9% 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.
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.
Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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