Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsNucor Corp (NUE)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$256.61
-3.88%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $76.11B
NUE
Nucor Corp
$222.39
-1.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $50.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nucor Corp generates 112% more annual revenue ($34.16B vs $16.08B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 6.8%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.49. NUE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NUE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-9.8%
Fair Value
$177.09
Current Price
$222.39
$45.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Earnings expanding 20.2% YoY
Earnings expanding 382.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
6.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : NUE
The strongest argument for NUE centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 21.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : NUE
The primary concerns for NUE are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while NUE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NUE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
NUE is growing revenue faster at 21.3% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NUE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 57/100) and 21.3% 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.
Nucor Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Nucor Corporation is a producer of steel and related products based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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