Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsNew Gold Inc (NGD)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$285.17
+0.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.69B
NGD
New Gold Inc
$9.08
0.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 1256% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $1.24B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 0.2%. NGD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. NGD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NGD
Strong Buy79
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 21 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
0.8% revenue growth
2.8% earnings growth
ROE of 0.2% — 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 : NGD
The strongest argument for NGD centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NGD
The primary concerns for NGD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
NGD generates stronger free cash flow (206M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NGD scores higher overall (79/100 vs 53/100). 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.
New Gold Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
New Gold Inc., an intermediate gold mining company, is engaged in the development and operation of mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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